About the role

AI summarised

The Head of Strategic Growth, APAC is responsible for developing and executing short- and long-term growth strategies aligned with global and regional priorities. This role drives revenue outcomes for defined growth segments by leading cross-functional teams, overseeing product launches, and collaborating with senior leadership across the organization. The position requires extensive experience in commercial management, healthcare diagnostics, and team leadership within a matrixed environment.

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Key Responsibilities

Create and implement growth strategies for short-term and long-term objectives, tailored to each specialty segment and aligned with global and regional priorities
Drive execution of these strategies in close partnership with country teams and cross-functional leaders, ensuring alignment and operational follow-through
Own revenue outcomes for defined growth segments, ensuring accountability for achieving regional growth targets
Oversee regional launch coordination for non-platform NPIs and product enhancements, providing regional input to global teams for long-term strategy and roadmap development
Collaborate with GMs and senior leaders to integrate strategic growth initiatives into country-level plans and ensure seamless execution
Develop strategic plan, vision, and direction for multiple functional areas or integrated departments
Establish budgets for strategic markets in alignment with GMs, set short- and long-range objectives, and define criteria for monitoring progress and measuring success
Frequently interact with Head of Region, GMs, senior management of supporting functions, and executives on matters concerning several functional areas, divisions, and/or customers
Interact and partner internally and externally with executive-level management to provide cohesive direction toward company and regional goals

Requirements

Deep understanding of Illumina’s market position, strategy, goals, and corporate structure
Proven ability to manage projects, people, customer expectations, and business priorities to meet and exceed goals
Strong financial acumen to manage budgets, plans, and expenses for key initiatives
Exceptional presentation and communication skills to consult with senior leadership and ensure strategies are aligned and focused on long-term results
Ability to work effectively and collaboratively on cross-functional/matrixed teams, with a proven track record of influencing others with and without authority
Experience leading direct, indirect, and virtual teams in a matrixed environment, with successful leadership and coaching experience
Ability to build and maintain strategic relationships with senior leaders throughout the company and external stakeholders
Experience collaborating across global time zones and cultures
Ability to travel up to 50%, including overnight/weekend travel
Conduct all activities professionally in an ethically and legally compliant manner, upholding company mission and values
Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (Master’s) preferred
Typically 20+ years of related experience, with 12+ years of applicable management experience
10+ years of commercial management experience
10+ years of experience in healthcare/diagnostic marketing or sales
5+ years of experience working with clinical genomics methods or technologies