Rebecca Guntern
Chief Commercial Officer Sandoz
BKW AG•Zürich, Zürich, Switzerland
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As the Chief Commercial Officer at Sandoz, the global leader in generic and biosimilar medicines. I oversee global commercial strategy and operations. That includes our integrated strategies for biosimilars, generics and anti-infectives; pipeline strategy and value oversight, licensing, divestments and integrations; high-value launches, global marketing, medical affairs, data analytics and portfolio operations as well as our Business-to-Business unit. In other words, I join the dots to make access happen With over 15 years of experience at Sandoz and over 25 years of international experience in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industry, I fully stand behind the Sandoz Purpose of pioneering access for patients. Our Vision is to be the world’s leading and most valued biosimilars and generics company. Generic and biosimilar medicines are critical to closing the access gap while contributing to the sustainability of healthcare. With our balanced global presence, clear strategic focus, and rapidly growing pipeline, Sandoz is bringing this Vision to reality. Outside of Sandoz, I serve as the Vice President of Medicines for Europe (MfE) and am a member of the board of directors of BKW AG in Switzerland. I am passionate about contributing to discussions and initiatives in supply chain resilience as well as regulatory and economic policy. I have long been inspired by the intersection of healthcare, science and teamwork. It began at an early age when I worked at my uncle's pharmacy during school holidays and has persisted throughout my training as a pharmacist and professional career. I believe in fostering a culture where we can embrace opportunities to learn together, stay authentic to ourselves and always remain passionate about what we do and the impact it has on patients worldwide.
Career Timeline
- BKW AGCurrentMay 2018–Present· 8 yrs 5 mos
- Member, Board of DirectorsCurrentMay 2018–Present
- SandozCurrentSep 2007–Present· 19 yrs 1 mo
- Chief Commercial OfficerCurrentSep 2024–Present
- President Region Europe2020–Sep 2024
- Head Cluster I EuropeAug 2018–Dec 2019
- Head BACH (Belgium, Austria, Switzerland)Jul 2015–Jul 2018
- Head KAM and Commercial Excellence WEMEAOct 2013–Jun 2015
- Country Head SpainAug 2011–Sep 2013
- Country Head SwitzerlandOct 2008–Sep 2011
- Head of SalesSep 2007–Sep 2008
- Jun 2019–Dec 2024· 5 yrs 6 mos
- Vice PresidentJun 2019–Dec 2024
- Jul 2016–May 2019· 2 yrs 10 mos
- Member, Board of DirectorsJul 2016–May 2019
- Aug 2015–2019· 3 yrs 5 mos
- Member, Board of DirectorsAug 2015–2019
- Nov 2000–Sep 2006· 5 yrs 10 mos
- National Manager, SalesDec 2003–Sep 2006
- Marketing Manager RheumatologyApr 2002–Nov 2003
- Product Manager InfectiologyNov 2000–Mar 2002
- May 1998–Oct 2000· 2 yrs 5 mos
- Representative, SalesJul 1999–Oct 2000
- Clinical Research MonitorMay 1998–Jun 1999
Education
Swiss Board School, Center of Cooperate Governance
University of St.GallenBachelor
Business
Graduate School of Business Administration ZurichMaster
Pharmacy
University of BaselBachelor
Pharmacy
University of Bern