Job Description

New Product Planning Lead

DBG Health is a purpose‑led healthcare group of more than 1,500 people, united by a commitment to being Defined by Good. We deliver accessible, high‑quality health, wellness, and pharmaceutical solutions at scale. Our success is driven by strong customer partnerships, agility, and a culture that empowers people to solve complex challenges and deliver results in a regulated environment.

Arrotex Pharmaceuticals, part of DBG Health and headquartered in Melbourne, is Australia's largest diversified pharmaceutical provider, delivering affordable, reliable access to essential medicines. Together, DBG Health and Arrotex are driving growth through stronger alignment, new capabilities, modern systems, and leadership development, while maintaining an entrepreneurial, fast-paced culture.

Guided by our PACT values - Pioneering, Accountability, Collaboration, and Tenacity, we foster empowered decision-making, performance, and responsible risk-taking. Join a purpose-driven organisation where you can shape outcomes, grow your career, and make a meaningful impact.

About the role

We are looking for a New Product Planning Lead to drive the integrated launch planning and commercialisation of licensed innovative medicines across the Australian market.

Reporting to the New Product Planning Manager, you’ll take new products from signed licence agreement through to commercial launch and transition into business-as-usual, bringing together all elements of the launch into one clear and executable plan. In addition, you’ll support business development in the assessment and compilation of pitch presentation for key in-licensing opportunities

Acting as the central cross-functional lead, you’ll coordinate teams across Business Development Regulatory, Medical, Pharmacovigilance, Pricing & Reimbursement, Alliance Management, Supply Chain, Marketing and Sales, ensuring clear ownership, dependencies, key decisions and launch readiness are aligned and on track.

This is a highly collaborative role focused on integration, governance and execution. You won’t replace functional expertise; instead, you’ll connect specialist teams and ensure their individual strategies and deliverables come together to enable a successful Australian launch.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end launch planning for innovative medicines and new chemical entities, from licence signing through commercial launch and BAU transition.
• Develop integrated go-to-market strategies, using market, competitor and commercial insights to shape launch scenarios, priorities and critical milestones.
• Establish and lead launch governance, including cross-functional ownership, RACI, decision rights, stage gates, reporting and readiness requirements.
• Own the integrated Australian launch plan, aligning Regulatory, Medical, Market Access, Supply, Safety, Commercial and Finance activities, dependencies and timelines.
• Drive cross-functional execution and commercial readiness, proactively managing risks, resolving dependencies and coordinating Marketing and Sales mobilisation as launch approaches.
• Lead launch readiness and transition, including simulations, go/no-go recommendations, executive reporting, post-launch review and handover into BAU.
• support business development in the assessment and pitch for key in-licensing opportunities

Key Skills and Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Business, Science, Pharmacy, Health, Project Management or a related discipline.
• Substantial experience delivering pharmaceutical, biotechnology or healthcare product launches in Australia, ideally involving innovative medicines.
• Strong understanding of the Australian pharmaceutical landscape, including TGA registration, PBAC/PBS reimbursement and commercial launch dependencies.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex cross-functional programs, influencing senior stakeholders and working with global licensors or external partners.
• Strong program and project management capability, including critical-path planning, risk management, governance, prioritisation and executive reporting.
• Highly developed commercial judgement, communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to drive accountability, make clear decisions and adapt plans in a changing launch environment.

Benefits & perks:

At DBG Health, we offer more than just a job – we offer a dynamic and supportive work environment where you can make a real impact. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside industry leaders, drive meaningful change, and grow both personally and professionally.

• Exclusive discounts on our consumer health, wellness and beauty products - including MCo Beauty, E.L.F Cosmetics, Nude by Nature. Chemists Own and many more
• Free membership to 28 by Sam Wood - 28 by Sam Wood is an online program designed to help Aussies get fit at home and live happier, healthier lives. From guided workouts and expert-created meal plans to motivational resources, it’s designed for people of all fitness levels.
• 12 weeks paid parental leave
• Access discounted private health insurance
• We are a values-driven business fostering a supportive and friendly team culture
• Enjoy the ability to work autonomously, empowering you to drive your own success.
• Convenient head office location close to public transport, cafes and restaurants
• Opportunity to grow your career across all divisions within DBG Health
• Ability to purchase additional leave to provide opportunity for employees to spend more precious time with family, travelling or even study
• Explore the option of paying for your vehicle costs through novated leasing

DBG Health is committed to fostering a workplace culture that is safe and accessible for all. We are an equal- opportunity employer and encourage applications regardless of cultural background, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability or neurodiversity. We strive to build a collaborative, inclusive workplace that is representative of the communities we work and live in.