Why Patients Need You
The GH&B International Finance Lead is responsible for an organization with revenues in excess of $2B a reach of 120 markets, 300 products supporting over 100 million patients. This role will be an integral part of the corporate initiative to stand up GH&B as a fully integrated organization within Pfizer from manufacturing to patient delivery, maximising value at each step of the process.
Your financial leadership will ensure we deliver impactful, life changing medicines to all the patients we serve—by enabling sound investment decisions, prioritizing strategic opportunities, and safeguarding the performance of a highly visible $2B+ billion portfolio. In this role, your work will directly support product access, innovative go to market models, and sustainable growth with improved IBT across key GH&B markets.
What You Will Achieve
As Senior Director, Finance, you will lead the financial strategy and business partnership for the Global Hospital & Biosimilars Business International. With responsibility for more than $2 billion in annual revenue, this role sits at the intersection of commercial performance, enterprise strategy.
You will partner closely with senior commercial, medical, and cross-functional leaders to guide strategic decision-making, assess investments, identifygrowth and cost optimization opportunities, and ensure robust performance management. You will also represent the portfolio in global finance forums and lead a small team responsible for financial planning, analysis, and reporting.
How You Will Lead and Deliver
1. Member of the GH&B International leadership team serving as the key business partner to the GH&B International Commercial Lead for a complex, product portfolio totalling $2B+ in annual revenue.
2. Shape and influence commercial and investment strategy, partnering with International and global leaders to guide prioritization, price optimisation, resource allocation, and business development decisions.
3. Collaborate with commercial and cross functional leaders to assess, execute and manage the portfolio, including financial modelling for market/product optimisation through SKU rationalisation or select deprioritisation on market basis.
4. Lead planning and forecasting cycles, in partnership with shared commercial finance resources, to deliver forward-looking insights, and proactively flag risks and opportunities across the portfolio.
5. Drive adoption of predictive analytics within the portfolio, and partner with other functions to embrace simplification of process and calendar.
6. Design and oversee performance dashboards, KPI tracking, and narrative reporting to support strategic reviews and operational excellence.
7. Drive financial rigor and discipline while enabling innovation and speed in go-to-market execution.
8. Collaborate with global finance stakeholders on Treasury, Tax, and enterprise-wide finance modernization efforts.
9. Support scenario planning and long-range financial modelling for margin enhancement initiatives.
10. Ensure strong internal controls and financial governance across all areas of responsibility.
Qualifications
Must-Have
11. Bachelor’s degree in quantitative field including Finance, Accounting, Engineering or a related field
12. 15+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, ideally within the healthcare or pharmaceutical sector
13. Experience managing cluster, region and/or multi-country
14. Experience with different go to market models e.g. Distribution, or risk sharing.
15. Proven track record of supporting senior commercial leaders in strategy development, P&L management, and investment decision-making
16. Strong analytical, business modelling, and storytelling skills
17. Demonstrated ability to lead and develop diverse, geographically dispersed teams
18. Strong understanding of financial processes and controls
19. Experience navigating complex, matrixed global organizations
20. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to influence senior stakeholders
Nice-to-Have
21. Master’s degree in finance, Business, or related discipline strongly preferred
22. Relevant accounting qualification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CIMA), based on location
23. Prior experience in regional or global roles supporting marketed product portfolios or launches
24. Experience in both commercial and manufacturing finance environments
Leadership Commitment
We’re looking for a strategic thinker and business partner who brings energy, curiosity, and sound judgment. In return, you’ll have the opportunity to shape an innovative approach to managing a standalone component of Pfizer’s business with reach of over 120 markets, 400 products that reach over 100 million patients, and grow as a senior enterprise leader.
Additional Information
25. In order to be considered for this position in Ireland you need to be legally eligible to work in Ireland.
26. Please note there is no relocation support available for this position
How to apply
27. Make a difference today, all suitable candidates should apply with CV below. We are looking forward to hearing from you!
Purpose
Breakthroughs that change patients' lives... At Pfizer we are a patient centric company, guided by our four values: courage, joy, equity and excellence. Our breakthrough culture lends itself to our dedication to transforming millions of lives.
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Equal Employment Opportunity
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Disability Inclusion
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