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Job ID:  658
Workload:  100%
Contract type:  Permanent
Location: 

Root (LU), CH

By tradition, we are committed to a pioneering spirit that puts employees at the center. They are committed to what drives Geistlich to excellence: a passion for regeneration. This results in innovative medical products that restore bone, cartilage as well as soft tissue. Our motivated team is looking forward to you and working together in a modern, dynamic working environment with an international flair.

Interesting challenges await us on the way to realizing our vision. For this, we are looking for you as

Head Global Digital Business

The Head Global Digital Business plays a key role in shaping and accelerating Geistlich Pharma’s global digital business strategy. This position is responsible for driving digital growth initiatives, building scalable digital capabilities, and translating business objectives into impactful digital solutions across marketing, sales, and customer engagement. You will work closely with global and regional stakeholders to unlock new digital revenue streams, optimize digital customer journeys, and foster a strong digital mindset across the organization.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Define and drive the global digital business strategy in alignment with corporate and commercial objectives
  • Identify, develop, and scale digital business models, platforms, and revenue-generating initiatives
  • Lead global digital transformation initiatives across marketing, sales, CRM, e-commerce, and customer engagement
  • Own the digital roadmap and portfolio, including prioritization, business cases, and performance tracking
  • Translate business needs into digital solutions in close collaboration with IT, Marketing, Sales, and external partners
  • Establish governance, frameworks, and best practices for digital products, platforms, and services
  • Drive innovation through market scanning, pilots, and partnerships with digital solution providers and startups
  • Track and optimize digital KPIs such as digital revenue, adoption, conversion, customer experience, and ROI
  • Build and lead cross-functional project teams and virtual communities around digital initiatives
  • Act as key sparring partner for senior leadership on digital strategy, opportunities, and transformation topics
  • Support affiliates and business units in implementing and scaling digital solutions locally
  • Foster a digital mindset and capabilities through enablement, training, and change management initiatives

 

Qualifications:

  • University degree in Business Administration, Digital Business, Marketing, Information Systems or similar
  • Experience in MedTech and/or dental industry 
  • More than 8 years of experience in digital business, digital transformation, or commercial digital roles in a regulated or B2B environment are required
  • Proven track record in building and scaling digital products, platforms, or business models
  • Strong understanding of digital ecosystems, CRM, marketing automation, data-driven business models, and e-commerce
  • Experience working with cross-functional teams and managing complex global stakeholder environments
  • Strong analytical and strategic thinking combined with hands-on execution capability
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills; fluent in English and German (other languages are a plus)
  • Strong stakeholder management skills and ability to influence senior management
  • Willingness to travel (20%)

Does your profile fit our position? Then we look forward to receiving your complete application. For questions about the position, please contact our recruiting team, +41 41 492 55 55.

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