1. Company & Project Background
Our client is implementing a new large-scale and ambitious pharmaceutical project, aiming to become a leading player in Vietnam’s pharmaceutical industry by leveraging strengths in engineering and technology. This project requires a long-term strategic vision, with the first 3–5 years focused on building a solid foundation, which may not generate immediate profit.
Key project highlights include:
- Strategic business scope: Focus on producing and distributing high-value products such as biological products, albumin, blood-related products, and chemical drugs for cancer treatment.
- Technology & Facilities: The project has technology transferred from Cuba, with the factory located in a strategic position at Hoa Lac High-Tech Park. The plant is currently undergoing infrastructure renovation.
- Human resources: An initial team of around 30 people has been established, reaching 50% of the 2025 staffing plan. Key senior positions such as Head of Support Division have been appointed, and the recruitment of a Plant Director is underway.
- Upcoming plans: The top priority is to obtain the Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) certificate. To achieve this, the company plans to conduct pilot production in early September 2025.
2. Ideal Candidate Profile
- Experience: At least 10 years in the pharmaceutical industry, including a minimum of 5 years in senior executive roles (CEO, COO, Deputy General Director).
- Expertise: In-depth understanding of the pharmaceutical industry and Vietnamese regulatory framework. Strong preference for candidates with strengths in sales, marketing, distribution, and deep knowledge of biological products.
- Personal qualities:
- Dedicated, committed to long-term engagement, and ready for a challenging journey.
- Preferably younger candidates to ensure agility, adaptability, and quick adjustments.
- Open-minded, creative, independent, and able to work under high pressure.
- Skills: Excellent leadership, financial management, international work experience, strong communication and negotiation skills. Proficient in English and a Vietnamese national.
3. Additional Requirements
- Reporting line: This position reports directly to the Client’s Executive Board.
- Timeline: The goal is to select a suitable candidate by August–September 2025.
- Second interview round requirement: Candidates must prepare and submit a document outlining their skills, vision, strategic orientation, understanding, and practical approach.
4. Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary range: To be discussed based on market benchmarks and candidate qualifications, as proposed by headhunting firms.
- Bonus & ESOP structure: To be determined.
HOW TO APPLY: Please send your CV to the consultant in charge:
Mr. Minh Nguyen
Email: minh.nguyen@ev-search.com
All applications will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex (inclusing pregnancy and fender identity), national origion, political affiliation, sexual orientation, mariatal status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service or other nonmerit factor
