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Boehringer Ingelheim

Job Description

At Boehringer Ingelheim we develop breakthrough therapies and innovative healthcare solutions in areas of unmet medical need for both humans and animals. As a family owned company, we focus on long-term performance. We believe that, if we have talented and ambitious people who are passionate about innovation, there is no limit to what we can achieve; after all, we started with just 28 people. Now, we are powered by 50,000 employees globally who nurture a diverse, collaborative and inclusive culture.

The Position

Are you passionate about bringing innovation to life and seeing concepts turn into products, which improve the lives of animals and their owners? Boehringer Ingelheim is a world leader in keeping pets healthy and the global market leader in protecting pets against parasitic diseases with its NexGard, FRONTLINE and Heartgard masterbrands.


We're inviting a customer-centric, seasoned, and results-oriented business leader to join our top-tier pet parasiticides business, to envision and actualize the future of pet parasiticides in collaboration with our global R&D, Operations, and local businesses. If you're ready to define strategies, lead key initiatives, and drive growth, we eagerly await your application and the opportunity to learn more about you!


  • In your new role, you will work closely with global, cross-functional leaders and local marketing leaders to develop an industry-leading innovation pipeline aligned with the Global Pet Parasiticides strategy.
  • You will lead cross-functional initiatives to gather customer insights, identify innovation opportunities and understand market trends for pet parasiticides.
  • Furthermore, you will conduct global business case assessments and provide clear pipeline recommendations, considering market attractiveness, customer needs, competitive landscape, and financial evaluation.
  • In addition, you will collaborate with R&D and operations teams to translate customer needs into winning product profiles and drive new product launches.
  • Collaborating with NexGard and FRONTLINE teams to spearhead opportunity sizing and champion project decisions taking smart risks, will also be part of your responsibilities
  • Additionally, you will represent the business at executive governance forums, (co-)leading presentations and driving project decisions.
  • Finally, you will lead lifecycle management activities, launch teams, and collaborate with the Pet Para Leadership Team on strategic planning and long-term forecasting.

  • Master's degree in business (MBA preferred) or Marketing. Additional qualifications in Veterinary Medicine or Life Sciences of advantage
  • Several years of experience in local marketing/business segment management, including P&L responsibility
  • Many years of experience with demonstrated performance in pipeline/portfolio management, consulting or global strategic marketing with applied portfolio management
  • Deep knowledge of the animal health industry - pet parasiticides market experience a plus
  • Strong strategic and analytical capabilities with a focus on generating customer insights, creating business cases, and financial modeling
  • Robust executive presence and the ability to effectively influence decisions with senior stakeholders in an international and cross-cultural environment
  • Fluent in English, with proficiency in additional languages being advantageous

With us, you can grow, collaborate, innovate and improve lives.
We offer challenging work in a respectful and friendly global working environment surrounded by a world of innovation driven mindsets and practices. In addition, learning and development for all employees is key, because your growth is our growth.
Boehringer Ingelheim is an equal opportunity global employer who takes pride in maintaining a diverse and inclusive culture. We embrace diversity of perspectives and strive for an inclusive environment, which benefits our employees, patients and communities.
Want to learn more? visit  https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com

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