Pharmaceuticals & Biotechnology
3 Jul
CEO
Chief Executive Officer / Business Head – Biologics (CXO Level)
Role Overview
The CXO-level leader will drive the organization's next phase of growth by leading innovation, commercialization, operational excellence, and global expansion initiatives. This role requires a seasoned executive with deep scientific expertise, strong techno-commercial acumen, and a proven track record of building and scaling global biopharmaceutical businesses.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
Define and execute long-term business strategies for the development, manufacturing, and commercialization of biologics, with a strong focus on Monoclonal Antibodies (mAbs).
Develop and implement growth strategies aligned with organizational objectives and evolving global market dynamics.
Techno-Commercial Leadership
Bridge scientific innovation with commercial opportunities to ensure sustainable growth, competitive positioning, scalability, and profitability.
Drive business development initiatives, strategic collaborations, licensing opportunities, and portfolio expansion.
Research & Development Oversight
Provide strategic direction to R&D teams in the development of novel monoclonal antibodies, biosimilars, and next-generation biologics.
Foster a culture of innovation, scientific excellence, and accelerated product development.
Global Business Expansion
Lead international business expansion through strategic partnerships, regulatory approvals, and market access initiatives across key global markets.
Establish and strengthen relationships with global stakeholders, including pharmaceutical partners, regulators, investors, and strategic collaborators.
Operational Excellence
Ensure best-in-class manufacturing practices, operational efficiency, quality standards, and supply chain resilience.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across development and manufacturing operations while maintaining global compliance standards.
Risk Management & Compliance
Anticipate industry trends, competitive risks, intellectual property challenges, and regulatory developments.
Ensure adherence to global regulatory standards and compliance frameworks.
Qualifications & Experience
Educational Qualifications
Advanced degree (PhD/Master's) in Biotechnology, Biopharmaceuticals, Life Sciences, or related disciplines.
MBA or additional business qualifications with a strong scientific orientation will be an added advantage.
Professional Experience
25+ years of experience within the biopharmaceutical industry.
Minimum 10 years of leadership experience within biologics and biopharmaceutical organizations.
Demonstrated experience in biosimilars and next-generation biologics will be considered an added advantage.
Proven experience in scaling businesses, building strategic partnerships, and driving global commercialization initiatives.