Susanne Gruber-Healthcare Advisor, Interim Executive
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Experience
Digital Health Advisor (pro bono)
Lovexair Foundation
- Advisor for the Respiratory digital ecosystem build up
- Support community growth and user adoption
- Drive collaboration with industry partners
Interim CEO
eyelevel GmbH
- Lead successful transition into the MEDICE Pharma organisation
- Increase team productivity by implementing a new structure
- Reduce monthly burn rate by 30% with lay-offs according to Swiss and German law
- Sharpen the ADHD product portfolio aligning it with the drug portfolio
Healthcare Growth Advisor & Interim Executive
Ignited Vision by Susanne Gruber
- Business Models & Innovation
- Product Launches & Go-To-Market Strategies
- Strategic Partnerships
- Mentoring & Interim Executive Management
- Non-executive Director, Board Advisor
VP Pharma Partnerships
Sidekick Health
- Grow the company sales as an Executive Committee member
- Establish and grow strategic partnerships with Pharma Companies
- Lead the execution of commercial go-to-market strategies for Digital Therapeutics together with our Pharma partners
- Execute Digital Therapeutic launches in multiple indications and markets
Global Head Digital Health Solutions
Novartis Pharma AG
- Member of the Global Respiratory Franchise Leadership Team
- Develop a connected digital ecosystem leading a cross-functional, respiratory pioneering team driving digital transformation and change
- Lead the international launch of a companion sensor and app for an inhaled asthma drug approved by EMA
- Establish and lead strategic partnerships with digital health startups
- Establish and lead a global patient council for digital health solutions
Franchise Head Cardio-Metabolic & Respiratory
Novartis Corporation
- Executive committee member owning Franchise P&L, leading a cross-functional team of 100 team members
- Manage turnaround by establishing new sales models, improving commercial skills and launch excellence
- Launch products in respiratory, heart failure and hypertension
- Reduce high turnover by implementing a talent management process for 120 cross-functional team members
Brand Director Respiratory
Novartis Pharma GmbH
- Franchise leadership team member owning respiratory portfolio and P&L
- Lead impactful product launches passing the new German HTA process
- Pitch and execute marketing strategy for the respiratory portfolio
- Motivate and steer the sales teams with about 600 sales reps
- Core team member of the European Launch Excellence team
Head Marketing & Sales Operations
Novartis Hellas
- Drive company performance by introducing better decision making and compliance processes
- Improve marketing & sales excellence by delivering insightful data and efficient tools
- Lead initiative to introduce customer centric brand strategies
Business Consultant, Head CRM
Novartis Pharma GmbH
- Extended executive team member, leading and supporting strategic initiatives
- Lead companywide process and system implementations
- Support multiple business units and functions
Manager E-Commerce Enablement
Ernst & Young
- Lead team and own P&L for eKnowledge solutions
- Deliver consultancy services together with other EY advisory teams
Head Competence Center Groupware
Systematics AG
- Lead team and own P&L for groupware consultancy services
- Manage client relationships across industries
Sales Consultant and Account Manager
Compuware AG
- Sales consultant for UNIFACE, a software development platform
- Key account manager insurance, banking and SW-partner
Consultant, Head Profit Center
Sercon GmbH
- Lead team and own P&L for groupware consultancy projects
- Manage partnerships with SW-partners
Industry experience
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Experienced in Pharmaceutical, Professional Services, Information Technology, and Healthcare.
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Experienced in Strategy, Sales, Marketing, Information Technology, Product Development, and Operations.
Summary
Entrepreneurial leader with 30 years of experience in consulting, pharmaceutical, medical device industries. Unique combination of strategic thinking, operational excellence and communication skills. Leading impactful global and local product launches, including digital health solutions. Developing and improving business models and go-to-market strategies with focus on clear USPs and creative concepts. Successful restructuring and sustainable optimization of processes and budgets. Building and growing strategic partnerships. Many years of experience in leading interdisciplinary and multicultural teams. Extensive international experience, both through long-term assignments and strategic projects.
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Education
Technical University of Applied Sciences, Rosenheim
Diploma in Computer Science · Computer Science · Rosenheim, Germany
IBM Deutschland GmbH
Industrial clerk (IHK) · Germany
Certifications & licenses
Strategic Management For Executives
St. Galler Business School
Business Awareness Program - Babson Executive Education
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Profile
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Susanne is based in Sissach, Switzerland and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.
Susanne speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced).
Susanne has at least 32 years of experience. During this time, Susanne has worked in at least 13 different roles and for 12 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 6 months. Note that Susanne may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.
Based on recent experience, Susanne would be well-suited for roles such as: Digital Health Advisor (pro bono), Interim CEO, Healthcare Growth Advisor & Interim Executive.
Susanne's most recent position is Digital Health Advisor (pro bono) at Lovexair Foundation.
In recent years, Susanne has worked for Lovexair Foundation, eyelevel GmbH, Ignited Vision by Susanne Gruber, and Sidekick Health.
Susanne is most experienced in industries like Pharmaceutical, Professional Services, and Information Technology. Susanne also has some experience in Healthcare.
Susanne is most experienced in business areas like Strategy, Sales, and Marketing. Susanne also has some experience in Information Technology, Product Development, and Project Management.
Susanne has recently worked in industries like Healthcare, Professional Services, and Pharmaceutical.
Susanne has recently worked in business areas like Marketing, Strategy, and Sales.
Susanne holds a Master in Computer Science from Technical University of Applied Sciences, Rosenheim.
Susanne has 2 certificates. These include: Strategic Management For Executives and Business Awareness Program - Babson Executive Education.
Susanne is immediately available part-time for suitable projects.
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