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Job Function:
Finance
Job Sub Function:
Finance Business Partners
Job Category:
People Leader
All Job Posting Locations:
Bucureşti, Romania, Pefki, Attiki, Greece
Job Description:
Johnson & Johnson is the world´s most comprehensive and broadly-based manufacturer of health care products, as well as a provider of related services. The values that guide our decision-making are motivated by changing the trajectory of health for humanity, which requires putting people first. When healthy people and families thrive in healthier communities, everything else will follow. The company is operating in the fields of pharmaceuticals, medical devices with > 130,000 employees in more than 250 companies around the world.
J&J Innovative Medicine (JJIM) is the commercial operating company for our pharmaceutical division. It is responsible for the access, marketing and sales of the pharmaceutical business in Greece and Romania, with a combined annual revenue of more than €400M with main offices in Athens (Greece) and Bucharest (Romania).
We are looking for a Head of Finance for JJIM Greece and Romania, located in either Athens or Bucharest. The Head of Finance will be responsible for the financial leadership, direction, and management of the pharmaceutical operating company in Greece & Romania. This includes the development, execution, management and follow up of strategies and strategic plans, as well as the translation into a Business Plan to maximize the value of our portfolio over the long term. In doing so, the Head of Finance will ensure alignment with all stakeholders across GRO as well as Mid-Sized Markets and EMEA. This includes the planning of revenue, allocation of resources, optimization of working capital and the management of the financial risks and opportunities. The role will also lead and coordinate the local finance teams and lead the organization though the finance transformation process. The role will report directly to the Senior Finance Director of EMEA Mid-Sized Markets.
Key responsibilities:
Business Partnering and Leadership
Active member of the Leadership teams of Greece and Romania, shaping and delivering business strategy. Focusing on value creation and driving competitive execution together with other members of the management team, Departmental heads and MSM regional management and local partners
Leading and partnering with relevant stakeholders to support the development of go-to-market and market access strategies, strategic workforce planning and resource allocation
Active member of the EMEA Mid-Sized Markets finance team, playing a highly collaborative role, sharing best practices, leading cross-country finance initiatives to foster learning, collaboration, innovation and value creation
Lead, sponsor and participate to cross-sector or EMEA wide initiatives in finance or in the business
Bring an external focus and establish connections with outside partners that drive business performance.
Financial Planning & Performance Management
Lead the financial planning of the Strategic Plan (SRFP), business plan, updates, IBP, and latest thinkings. This includes detailed analysis and scenario planning, alignment of all parties within the local leadership teams, MSM and EMEA.
Management of business plan commitments and performance reviews including sales, FTE, OPEX, DSO, cashflow, Capex, GTN and Secured Supply; bringing insightful drivers of variance, future risk, opportunities and action plans.
Actively contribute to commercial decision-making processes, including target setting and resource allocation/trade-offs.
Leading the Company in continuous improvement of forecast accuracy and championing the Integrated Business Planning process (IBP).
Compliance & Transformation
Ensure compliance with the J&J WW financial policies, HCBI, SOX, Code of Business Conduct and drive accountability throughout the organization
Ensure compliance with local regulations and Secure our Supply initiatives
Ensure adherence to the J&J CREDO
People management
Lead the GRO Business Unit Finance team
Attract, develop, and retain top talent
Ensure collaboration across J&J finance organization (bringing together GS, Tax, FS&T, Treasury, GAA, IMPO, R&D)
Be an inspirational leader, who helps people reach their full potential through development plans, coaching and support, always adhering to the CREDO
Develop a team and agile mindset, applying an external and customer lens while continue to develop the capabilities needed for that e.g. market access, digital transformation
Requirements
University Degree & recognised professional financial qualifications
Proven track record as a Finance Leader with extensive experience in a large multinational & matrixed organization and exceptional financial and analytical skills
Strong track record in developing value creating strategies, plans and delivering results
Familiarity with the pharmaceutical industry is highly desirable, including insights into healthcare systems and operations, especially within the GRO region.
Strong experience in leading diverse teams, leading through change and collaborating with senior management, business and functional leaders
Exceptional interpersonal skills, team player mentality and collaborative working style
Excellent communication, influencing, and persuasive abilities to frame financial narratives effectively
Exemplary leadership skills in creating high performing teams and developing people to their highest potential
Ability to manage complexity and ambiguity in periods of change
Customer orientation, strong business acumen and learning agility
Fluent English language skills and the relevant local language
Required Skills:
Financial Planning, Financial Statement Analysis, Managing Managers, Problem Solving, Stakeholder Management
Preferred Skills:
Budget Management, Data Quality, Developing Others, Execution Focus, Expense Controls, Financial Analysis, Financial Forecasting, Financial Reports, Financial Risk Management (FRM), Inclusive Leadership, Internal Controls, Leadership, Program Management, Risk Management, Sarbanes-Oxley Compliance, Succession Planning, Tactical Planning, Vendor Management
