Global Portfolio Development Lead

We do not base our success on the great deeds of lonely heroes. At Richter, we believe in active co-operation - within and outside the teams. We know how to collaborate effectively and respectfully with professionals of different fields, disciplines, and organisational units.

Gedeon Richter is looking for a committed and experienced professional for the position

Global Portfolio Development Lead

Role Purpose

To lead the strategic development and optimization of the General Medicines portfolio by shaping long-term portfolio direction, driving asset prioritization, and ensuring alignment with corporate strategy and market needs. This role partners closely with cross-functional teams to guide investment decisions and maximize portfolio value across global markets.

Portfolio Strategy & Planning

• Define and continuously refine the global portfolio strategy for General Medicines in alignment with therapeutic priorities and market dynamics.
• Lead portfolio reviews and scenario planning to support strategic decision-making and resource allocation.
• Identify gaps, risks, and opportunities across the portfolio and propose mitigation or acceleration strategies.

Asset Evaluation & Prioritization

• Drive cross-functional assessments of pipeline and in-line assets to inform go/no-go decisions and lifecycle strategies.
• Collaborate with BD to evaluate external opportunities for strategic fit and value contribution to the portfolio.
• Support indication expansion, geographic rollout, and lifecycle extension strategies.

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Partner Business Development, R&D, IP, Medical, Regulatory, Fiannce, Marketing and Commercial teams to ensure portfolio plans are executable and aligned with development and market access capabilities.
• Facilitate governance processes and ensure timely and data-driven decision-making.

Market & Competitive Intelligence

• Monitor therapeutic trends, competitor pipelines, and market shifts to inform portfolio direction.
• Translate external insights into actionable portfolio recommendations.

Reporting & Strategic Communication

• Provide regular updates to senior leadership on portfolio performance, risks, and strategic shifts.
• Represent portfolio strategy in internal governance forums, to strategy formation and external partner discussions.

• 10+ years of experience in pharmaceutical portfolio strategy, product planning, or related strategic roles.
• Advanced degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, or Business (MBA or PhD preferred).
• Proven experience in cross-functional leadership and global portfolio management.

Key Competencies

• Strategic and analytical mindset
• Strong business acumen and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement
• Deep understanding of drug development and commercialization
• Ability to manage complexity and drive clarity

• Once in a lifetime opportunity to participate in a huge enterprise redesign program 
• Extensive benefits package (cafeteria, stock program, private life insurance)
• Training and development opportunities
• Medical services (Medicover)
• Various sport and health opportunities (gym, swimming pool, AYCM)
• Challenging, responsible professional work
• Long-term employment in an innovative and secure company

The Richter community is looking forward to your application.