Country Manager, Hungary

Medison is a rapidly growing global pharmaceutical company with a strong global presence, operating in 4 continents and over 35 countries. Our mission is to provide access to highly innovative therapies to patients who suffers mainly from cancer and rare diseases, in many international markets. If you are passionate about making a difference and want to be part of our mission, join us!

We are seeking an experienced, entrepreneurial, and commercially minded Country Manager to lead our affiliate in Hungary and drive long-term business growth, organizational excellence, and sustainable value creation.

As the senior Medison leader in the market, the Country Manager serves as the face of the company externally and the integrator of all affiliate activities internally. The role carries full accountability for business performance, patient impact, financial outcomes, organizational capability, strategic partnerships, compliance, and reputation.

Beyond delivering short-term results, the successful candidate will demonstrate enterprise leadership by balancing local market opportunities with broader regional and global priorities, developing strategic partnerships, building a high-performing organization, and creating the conditions for sustainable long-term growth. The role requires strong commercial judgment, executive presence, business gravitas, financial discipline, and the ability to lead through ambiguity in a dynamic and evolving healthcare environment.

The position reports to the Cluster Head and is based in Hungary. Domestic and international travel should be expected.

Financial Accountability & Enterprise Thinking

• Demonstrated ownership mindset with full P&L accountability.

• Ability to make investment recommendations based on ROI, strategic priorities, and long-term business value.

• Strong financial discipline and understanding of business drivers.

• Enterprise perspective that balances local market needs with regional and global priorities.

• Ability to translate data, assumptions, and forecasts into sound business decisions.

• Commitment to transparency, rigor, and accountability in planning and reporting.

Strategic Thinking & Business Gravitas

• Strong executive presence with the ability to influence senior stakeholders internally and externally.

• Ability to proactively identify opportunities and risks and develop effective response strategies.

• Demonstrated strategic thinking, creativity, and business acumen.

• Ability to anticipate market changes and develop forward-looking plans.

• Strong decision-making capabilities in uncertain and ambiguous environments.

• Leadership maturity with the ability to inspire confidence, alignment, and action across diverse stakeholders.

Partnership Management & Influence

• Strong partnership mindset with experience managing strategic alliances and external stakeholders.

• Ability to represent the company effectively with healthcare authorities, industry leaders, partner organizations, and customers.

• Excellent communication and storytelling capabilities, adapting messages to diverse audiences.

• Ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments while maintaining alignment with company objectives.

• Strong collaboration and influencing skills across matrix organizations.

Leadership Effectiveness

• Proven ability to build, lead, and develop high-performing teams.

• Strong coaching and talent development capabilities.

• Excellent interpersonal and cross-cultural leadership skills.

• Collaborative leadership style with the ability to lead without authority when required.

• High integrity and unwavering commitment to ethical leadership

Other requirements

• University degree in Life Sciences, Medicine, Pharmacy, Business, Economics, or related field.

• Experience in Country Manager role in Hungary

• MBA or other advanced degree preferred.

• 15+ years of experience within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.

• Demonstrated success in senior commercial, market access, or general management leadership roles.

• Proven affiliate or business leadership experience with direct P&L accountability.

• Proven track record of product launches, reimbursement negotiations, strategic partnerships, and organizational leadership.

• Strong understanding of local healthcare systems, market access environments, and pharmaceutical regulations.

• Experience leading cross-functional organizations in complex matrix environments.

• Fluency in English and local language(s) where applicable.

• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required.