Medical Affairs Manager CEMEEA (Advanced Surgery, Anesthesia)

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Role Summary:

As the Medical Affairs Manager , you will be responsible for developing and executing the medical strategy and tactical plans across the Advanced Surgery and Anesthesia portfolios throughout the CEEMEA region .

In this role, you will work closely with commercial and cross-functional teams to drive the development and implementation of medical initiatives aligned with business objectives. You will serve as a trusted scientific partner, providing medical expertise, strategic guidance, and evidence-based support to both internal stakeholders and external partners, including healthcare professionals, Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), scientific societies, and regulatory authorities.

The position plays a critical role in strengthening Baxter's scientific presence, supporting medical education, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, compliant medical activities across the region.

What will you do :

• •Respond to and document Medical Inquiries (Med Info)
• •Prepare, review, and approve scientific slides, brochures, letters, white papers, leaflets, and reports
• •Give and moderate lectures, presentations, webinars, and trainings, both externally and internally
• •Go on field visits to select top KOLs to conduct peer-to-peer medical discussions (KOL engagement & scientific exchange)
• •Plan, budget, organize, and execute medical initiatives (Advisory boards, IIRs for evidence generation, RTDs, symposia, sponsorships, masterclasses, etc.)
• •Attend congresses and stay up to date with the latest publications
• •Travel to meet the needs of the various countries in scope (field visits, workshops, events, business reviews, etc.). Number of 3-day business trips could range from 2 to 10 per year
• •Be present in the OR setting (hospitals) with surgeons and anesthesiologists for observerships and detailed medical discussions
• •Support the conduction of Surgical Wetlabs and Anesthesia Simulations in centers of excellence

Experience & Qualifications

• •Demonstrates a strong understanding of relevant disease states, clinical conditions, treatment pathways, therapies, and current clinical guidelines within the assigned therapeutic area.
• •Critically evaluates scientific evidence, clinical studies, and medical literature, translating complex data into meaningful insights that support strategic and evidence-based decision-making.
• •Develops and executes medical strategies aligned with global, regional, and local business objectives, ensuring scientific excellence and patient-focused outcomes.
• •Collaborates effectively with cross-functional teams and diverse stakeholders across functions, countries, and cultures to achieve common goals and drive business impact.
• •Builds and maintains trusted relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), healthcare professionals, scientific societies, and regulatory authorities, serving as a credible scientific partner.
• •Designs and delivers high-quality medical and scientific education programs for both internal and external audiences, while ensuring adherence to the highest ethical and compliance standards.
• •Demonstrates initiative, resilience, and adaptability in a dynamic healthcare environment, with a strong commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• •Brings a strategic mindset combined with creativity and a collaborative approach to solving complex business and medical challenges.
• •Previous experience within Medical Affairs, Medical Education, Clinical Affairs, or related healthcare functions is considered an advantage.

Education

• •Medical Degree (MD) in Surgery or Veterinary Medicine Degree (DVM) is required.
• •Surgical and/or anesthesiology expertise is a must.
• •Candidates with a strong clinical background as a Surgical Nurse may also be considered.

Core Competencies:

• •Learning Agility : Ability to quickly learn, adapt, and apply new knowledge in a changing environment.
• •Simplicity : Focus on straightforward, efficient solutions and clear communication.
• •Courage : Willingness to take initiative, make decisions, challenge the status quo, and address difficult situations.
• •Drives Engagement : Ability to build relationships, inspire others, and create a positive, collaborative environment.
• •Drives Results : Demonstrates accountability, execution excellence, and a strong focus on achieving objectives.
• •Collaboration : Works effectively across teams and functions, building partnerships to achieve shared goals.
• •OR Environment Readiness : Willingness and ability to visit Operating Rooms and work within OR-like settings, including:A nesthesia Simulations, Surgical Wetlabs, Clinical and procedural training environments

Knowledge & Functional Expertise

• •External Engagement : Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with external stakeholders, customers, healthcare professionals, industry partners, and key opinion leaders.
• •Collaboration & Teamwork : Demonstrates the ability to work effectively across functions, share knowledge, and contribute to achieving common goals in a matrix organization.
• •Communication & Presentation Skills : Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and confidently to diverse audiences.
• •Disease State & Therapeutic Knowledge : Understanding of relevant disease states, clinical pathways, healthcare environments, and therapeutic areas to effectively support customer and business needs.
• •Decision Making & Risk Mitigation : Ability to analyze information, assess risks, make sound decisions, and implement appropriate actions to minimize potential business or clinical impact.
• •Governance & Compliance : Knowledge of applicable regulations, industry standards, company policies, and compliance requirements, ensuring all activities are conducted ethically and in accordance with legal and organizational guidelines.

Language Requirements :

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (additional regional languages may be an advantage depending on the market).

Personal attributes:

• •Highest Degree of Ethics : Demonstrates integrity, transparency, and ethical decision-making in all interactions, consistently acting in accordance with company values and compliance standards.
• •Team Oriented : Works effectively with others, fosters a collaborative environment, supports colleagues, and contributes to shared team objectives.
• •Agile Mindset : Adapts quickly to changing priorities, embraces innovation, remains resilient in ambiguity, and continuously seeks improvement opportunities.
• •Strong Interpersonal Skills : Builds trust and credibility with a wide range of stakeholders through effective relationship management, active listening, and empathy.
• •Business Acumen : Understands business priorities, market dynamics, customer needs, and organizational objectives, translating insights into impactful actions and decisions.
• •Willingness to Grow : Demonstrates curiosity, openness to feedback, continuous learning, and a commitment to personal and professional development.
• •Willingness to Travel : Comfortable with frequent travel requirements, including spending more than 40% of working time outside the office to support custo