vaccines commercial operations

Job Description

Join our team as a Vaccines Commercial Operations & Tender Analyst and play a key role in driving expansion of our vaccine portfolio. Based in Madrid, reporting to the Strategy & Commercial Operations Associate Director we are seeking a strategic, analytical strong professional to optimize commercial operations for our vaccines business and tenders. You will partner cross-functionally to translate market insights into winning tender strategies, robust forecasts, and data-driven commercial plans that ensure success of our vaccine portfolio.

Responsibilities:

• Oversight vaccines strategic and operational planning for the vaccines business unit: monitoring progress, managing execution, and measuring results.
• Collaborate with the cross-functional team to gather information and resources necessary for the preparation of tender competitive offers.
• Stay updated on market trends and tender policies to identify business opportunities.
• Develop and implement business intelligence tools for the collection and analysis of critical vaccines & tender data for strategic decision-making.
• Generate reports and dashboards to identify market trends, risks, and business opportunities.
• Collaborate with the sales teams, marketing, and finance teams to align Vaccines sales assumptions with business strategies and the environment.
• Develop and maintain forecasting models that help predict sales and expenses of the unit's products.
• Implement management strategies that ensure the availability of Vaccines according to demand and available production, all in collaboration with the internal teams involved in supply management.

Qualifications, skills, and required experience

• University degree. Master's degree will be a plus.
• At least 2 years of experience in marketing/sales or commercial operations in pharma industry.
• Vaccines market knowledge will be a plus.
• English fluency.
• Shape the Future: Demonstrates strategic vision and a strong customer orientation, driving impactful results aligned with organizational priorities.
• Unlock Potential: Applies analytical thinking and leverages data-driven insights to inform decisions, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and learning.
• Deliver Impact: Organizes and prioritizes effectively, maintaining rigorous attention to detail and deadlines to ensure high-quality outcomes.
• Lead with Purpose: Communicates transparently, clearly, and constructively—both verbally and in writing—while collaborating across teams and geographies in English.
• Win as One Team: Thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments, proactively adapting to change and upholding professionalism under pressure.

If you are a dynamic, analytic, strategic and collaborative leader with passion to drive performance and transformation, we invite you to join our team. Make a difference in accelerating our precious purpose of protecting lifes and contribute to the success of our organization.

Required Skills:

Accountability, Accountability, Adaptability, Analytical Problem Solving, Analytical Thinking, Brand Management, Business Intelligence (BI), Business Management, Business Opportunities, Campaign Management, Commercialization, Communication, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Customer Insights, Data Analysis, Data Insights, Detail-Oriented, Digital Engagement Strategy, Driving Continuous Improvement, Forecasting Models, Forecast Management, Management Strategy, Market Research, Market Trend Analysis, Market Trends {+ 4 more}

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Regular

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Job Posting End Date:

02/1/2026

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Requisition ID:R381801