Regional Finance Manager (Commercialization)

Zuellig Pharma is a leading healthcare solutions company in Asia, and our purpose is to make healthcare more accessible to the communities we serve. We provide world-class distribution, digital, and commercial services to support the growing healthcare needs in this region.

The company was started a hundred years ago and has grown to become a multibillion-dollar business covering 17 markets with over 12,000 employees. Our people serve more than 200,000 medical facilities and work with over 450 clients, including the top 20 pharmaceutical companies in the world.

Purpose of the Role:

We are seeking a highly strategic and experienced Regional Finance Manager - Commercialization to serve as a critical business partner to our regional commercial teams. You will be responsible for driving the financial strategy behind our go-to-market initiatives, distribution partnerships, and market access programs across Asia. You will provide deep financial insights, manage P&L for commercial operations, and ensure that our commercialization strategies are financially viable, competitive, and aligned with Zuellig Pharma’s commercialization long-term growth objectives.

What You’ll Do:

Regional Financial Planning & Analysis

• Regional Consolidation: Manage regional FP&A activities and end-to-end financial planning cycle, including the annual budget, latest estimates (LE), and long-range strategic plans for the Commercialization BU.
• Deliver insightful and timely monthly and quarterly financial / management reporting packs
• Work closely with Corporate Controlling team to ensure all policy guidance are reviewed and implemented across the business units.
• Establish and maintain effective communication and coordination with Country FBPs and Business leaders to ensure accurate and timely financial submissions.

Business Partnering & Commercial insights

• Provide finance business partnering support to Commercialization BU in delivery of strategic and operational targets, including analysis that support sustainable business growth.
• Carry out in-depth analysis of specific key business drivers to understand the root cause of variances and the impact of various business options / decisions.
• Provide finance guidance on cost savings definitions and scope, validate financial data and provide ongoing support to meet savings targets.
• Support quarterly performance reviews with the EVP, leveraging Power BI dashboards to communicate financial results and strategic insights.
• Analyse monthly regional performance results, Gross margin fluctuation, & costs movements to uncover performance drivers
• Challenge business partners to drive cost control, financial responsibility, and alignment of local KPIs with overall regional targets 
• Scenario Modelling: Develop robust financial models to support scenario planning, sensitivity analyses, and business case evaluations for new investments or strategic initiatives

Value adding Projects & Process Improvement

• Streamline and automate financial planning, reporting and analysis processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy, while fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
• Drive the implementation of financial systems and tools that advances the company's analytical capabilities, including being flexible and innovative in embracing and utilising new technologies
• Lead and contribute to high-impact Group and Business Unit projects that drive improvements and strategic value.

What will make you successful:

Must-Have:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years of related experience in FP&A, business analysis, or audit.
• Essential: Strong hands-on proficiency in SAP (e.g., SAP ECC, SAP BPC).

Advantage to Have: 

• Certification (Preferred): Professional Accounting qualification such as ACCA, CPA, or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of experience in a managerial or regional-facing position.
• Advanced Tools: High proficiency in Microsoft Office (specifically Excel and PowerPoint). Experience with system automation or Business Intelligence (BI) tools is a strong plus.

What we offer: 

• We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where our employees can learn, grow, and achieve shared success.
• We champion diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring every individual feels valued, respected, and treated fairly.
• As a leading multi-market healthcare solutions provider, we empower our employees to gain comprehensive knowledge and expertise in the dynamic healthcare industry across the region.
• Enjoy the flexibility to effectively balance your work and personal life while taking charge of your career journey through our empowering growth opportunities.
• Our Total Rewards program is designed to support your overall well-being in every aspect.