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Rhythm Pharmaceuticals General Manager, Germany, Switzerland, Austria in Munich, Germany
Company Overview
Rhythm is a global, commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company committed to transforming the lives of patients and their families living with rare neuroendocrine diseases. We develop medicines for previously untreatable or undertreated diseases and provide meaningful support for healthcare providers and patients and their families. We recognize the courage it takes for patients and their caregivers to begin their journey of advocacy to find the answers they need. Their courage inspires us to challenge convention, ask bold questions and seek answers for them. Every day, we strive for excellence through our willingness to adapt, learn, and our tenacity to overcome barriers, together.
Opportunity Overview
Reporting to the EVP, Head of International, the General Manager plays a pivotal role in Rhythm’s global expansion by leading strategy and operations within a designated territory. This role is responsible for driving business success across Germany, Switzerland, and Austria (GSA), ensuring alignment with global and international objectives while tailoring approaches to local market dynamics.
Responsibilities and Duties
Own the strategic direction and operational execution for the GSA region, including full P&L accountability and cross-functional coordination
Lead development and implementation of local launch plans that align with global and international strategies and tactics
Develop and implement local reimbursement strategy; lead pricing negotiations with local payors
Build and sustain high-trust relationships with healthcare professionals, external experts, patient organizations, policymakers, payors, regulators, and industry associations
Provide both strategic and hands-on leadership to drive performance and adaptability in a dynamic environment
Contribute to the organization’s overall strategy and provide timely insights to senior leadership on opportunities, challenges, risks, and adjust country plans as needed
Foster a collaborative and high-performing culture within the international team and serve as a key integrator with global functions
Ensure adherence to local laws, ethical standards, and corporate compliance policies while optimizing resource utilization
Exemplifies Rhythm’s values:
Committed to advancing scientific understanding to improve patients’ lives
Inspired to tackle tough challenges and have the courage to ask bold questions
Eager to learn and adapt
Collaboration and ownership are foundational for Rhythm’s success
The unique contribution each individual brings to furthering our mission
Qualifications and Skills
Relevant academic degree in life sciences, business, or a related field
Minimum of 12+ years of progressive experience in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry, including at least 3 years as a country/business lead in Germany with a proven track record of success
Demonstrated ability to lead and scale national organizations, fostering high performance and sustainable growth
Strong history of successful market access (price and reimbursement) negotiations in the GSA region
Experience in leading and executing successful product launches in complex healthcare environments
Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with government stakeholders, payors, policymakers, agencies, external experts and patient associations
Experience in rare diseases and/or high value medicine is highly preferred
Challenges the status quo and operates with a sense of urgency to deliver impactful results
Excellent communication and presentation skills - fluent in local language for the market and in verbal and written English
Commercial acumen and financially savvy
High ethical standards, a collaborative mindset, and a hands-on approach to leadership
Innovative and creative
This role will be home-office based. Candidates applying must be located in a centralized German location and have easy access to transportation and airports.
More about Rhythm
We are a dynamic and growing global team spanning more than a dozen countries. At Rhythm we are dedicated to transforming the lives of patients living with rare neuroendocrine diseases by rapidly advancing care and precision medicines that address the root cause. Our team is passionate about expanding access to reach more patients and developing novel therapies for other rare neuroendocrine diseases, including congenital hyperinsulinism.
At Rhythm our core values are:
We are committed to advancing scientific understanding to improve patients’ lives
We are inspired to tackle tough challenges and have the courage to ask bold questions
We are eager to learn and adapt
We believe collaboration and ownership are foundational for our success
We value the unique contribution each individual brings to furthering our mission
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