Posted:
1/15/2026, 12:58:21 PM
Location(s):
Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey ⋅ Istanbul, Turkey
Experience Level(s):
Expert or higher ⋅ Senior
Field(s):
Business & Strategy
At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world.
Responsibilities:
This role is a high-impact, commercial leadership position responsible for shaping and executing strategies to penetrate and scale the market through partnerships with private ecosystem players (telehealth players, private hospital groups,) and seeking partnership within corporate payer ecosystems (employers, insurers).
As the Leader, PE Market Expansion (Obesity), you will:
Develop & Execute a PE Market Entry & Growth Strategy
Establish a scalable go-to-market model for private-sector obesity care adoption across Türkiye
Map and prioritize key private-sector market segments (employers, insurers, digital health partners, retail pharmacy companies, …)
Partner with market access teams to design novel engagement models
Integrate PE Market Entry & Growth with overall Commercialization strategy
Build & Expand Strategic Partnerships
Develop C-level relationships with global private payers, insurance providers, employer benefits leaders, corporate wellness platforms, retail pharmacy and telehealth networks
Drive strategic alliances that enable sustainable and scalable distribution of obesity therapies in private settings
Collaborate with distributors and digital health providers to ensure efficient supply chain integration
Deliver High-Impact Commercial Results
Accelerate private-market adoption of obesity treatments, driving measurable revenue impact
Lead the design & execution of innovative PE engagement models (e.g., subscription-based models, tiered access programs, employer-led reimbursement schemes)
Partner with marketing & sales teams to craft PE value propositions that align with external stakeholders
Shape Private Market Access & Policy Advocacy
Work with internal and external stakeholders to navigate regulatory and policy complexities
Advocate for corporate wellness incentives and insurance frameworks that enhance obesity treatment adoption
Leverage data-driven insights and health economics models to demonstrate ROI to private-sector partners
Basic Requirements:
Bachelor's degree; post-graduate degree or MBA preferred
7 to 10+ years of work experience in Pharmaceutical Sales & Marketing, PRA or Finance or from outside ideally in Fast-Moving Consumer Goods, OTC Companies or PE departments
Analytics and/or forecasting experience
Strong business acumen, market understanding and ability to identify external trends
Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. Consistent demonstration of leadership behaviors and ability to develop credibility in a network that spans a wide variety of functions and geographies
Strong communication skills and ability to establish effective working relationships across cultures, geographies and functions
Strong problem-solving skills; able to anticipate and recognize systemic problems, diagnose root causes and identify corrective actions that will prevent recurrence.
Excellent self-management and organizational skills; able to independently manage workload, set personal priorities and adjust as needed.
Additional Skills/Preferences:
10+ years in PE market development, strategic partnerships, or commercial leadership in pharma, medtech, employer benefits, insurance, or digital health
Strong private healthcare networks & C-suite relationships (e.g., insurers, multinational employers, benefits aggregators)
Proven track record of scaling private-sector access models in international markets
Experience designing novel access & pricing models (e.g., corporate reimbursement, subscription models, digital therapeutics integration)
Deep understanding of employer-sponsored healthcare, private insurance dynamics, and global corporate wellness trends
Ability to drive complex negotiations and craft high-value, long-term partnerships
Exceptional strategic, analytical, and execution capabilities in high-growth environments
MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred
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