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Country Head Turkey

Istanbul, Turkey Permanent Posted on   Dec. 03, 2024
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Join Us as a Country Head for Sales and Commercial Operations in Turkey!

Job Location: İstanbul

Fulltime | Permanent

Lead Transformation. Drive Sales. Empower Teams.

At Sanofi, we are redefining the healthcare landscape, and we are looking for a transformational leader to spearhead our operations in Turkey. If you are a strategic thinker, passionate about increasing sales revenue, and have a proven track record in managing and inspiring sales forces, this is your opportunity to shine.

At Sanofi Consumer Healthcare, we're building a healthier future by helping people help themselves. We empower people to champion better self-care for themselves, our communities and our planet by making it as simple as it should be. We are a brand led, consumer first organization focused on growing our leading loved brands like Buscopan®, Nospa®, Eneterogermina®, Allegra®, Dulco®, or Essentiale® to help more people play an active role in their health.

Why You Should Apply

  • Inclusive Culture: We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

  • Growth Opportunities: Join a global organization with ample room for professional development and innovation.

  • Make an Impact: Lead a team to deliver exceptional results while shaping the future of healthcare in Turkey.

What You’ll Do

P&L Leadership

  • Own and execute the country’s P&L to achieve financial and market share goals.

  • Lead the country’s transformation journey by driving growth and profitability.

Sales Excellence

  • Develop and implement sales strategies to maximize revenue.

  • Manage and inspire the sales force to deliver outstanding results.

  • Build strong partnerships with key accounts, distributors, and healthcare professionals.

Innovation and Strategy

  • Leverage e-commerce and explore white-space opportunities to expand market reach.

  • Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance brand impact and innovation.

People Leadership

  • Cultivate a high-performing, engaged, and diverse team.

  • Drive a culture of accountability, simplicity, and inclusivity.

  • Prioritize talent development and mentorship to build the next generation of leaders.

About You

  • Experience: 10 years in commercial, sales, or marketing roles. FMCG experience is a plus.

  • Leadership: Proven ability to lead large, diverse teams and deliver results.

  • Skills: Strong business acumen, analytical mindset, negotiation skills, and adaptability.

  • Mindset: Challenger mentality—stretch boundaries, drive results, and foster collaboration.

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a relevant field; MBA preferred.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We believe diversity fuels innovation and drives success. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and are dedicated to creating a workplace that reflects the communities we serve.

Ready to make an impact? Apply now and take the first step in an exciting journey with us.

Together, let’s lead, innovate, and transform!

Watch our ALL IN video and check out our Diversity Equity and Inclusion actions at sanofi.com!

Pursue progress. Discover extraordinary.

Progress doesn’t happen without people – people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. You can be one of those people. Chasing change, embracing new ideas and exploring all the opportunities we have to offer. Let’s pursue progress. And let’s discover extraordinary together.

At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or gender identity.

Watch 'One day at Sanofi' and check out our Diversity Equity and Inclusion initiatives at sanofi.com

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