General Manager LATAM Neuromodulation

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ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for a dynamic and visionary General Manager Neuromodulation LATAM to lead our business across Latin America. This is a strategic leadership role responsible for driving growth, shaping market strategies, and ensuring operational excellence in a diverse and complex region. You will oversee commercial performance, inspire high-performing teams, and build strong relationships with key stakeholders, including healthcare professionals, regulatory bodies, and government agencies.

As part of the Neuromodulation International Leadership Team, you will play a critical role in aligning regional priorities with global objectives, fostering innovation, and delivering sustainable business results. If you are passionate about making an impact in healthcare, thrive in fast-paced environments, and have a proven track record of leading complex operations, we want you on our team.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
* Market Focus - Develop a deep understanding of LATAM market dynamics, customer needs, and regulatory environments. Navigate complex compliance and reimbursement systems across multiple countries. Stay current with industry trends, including digital marketing and multi-channel strategies. Build strong relationships with payors, physicians, hospitals, distributors and government stakeholders.

* Financial Management - Manage full LATAM P&L to deliver financial commitments and optimize short-term performance and long-term growth. Conduct regular business reviews to ensure execution against plan. Anticipate and mitigate financial, governmental, and commercial risks.

* New Business Development - Define and communicate a clear, forward-thinking growth strategy for LATAM. Identify and prioritize business development opportunities across diverse markets. Engage external partners and distributors to accelerate market penetration and revenue growth.

* Commercial Execution - Translate divisional strategies into actionable regional plans with clear KPIs. Inspire and engage teams to adopt and execute the strategy effectively.

* Cross-Functional Alignment - Ensure integrated collaboration across functions (finance, regulatory, clinical, HR, legal, IT). Drive innovation and continuous improvement to achieve above-market growth and margin improvement.

* Stakeholder Management - Build and maintain relationships with internal leaders and external stakeholders, including KOLs and policy makers. Represent Abbott and the Neuromodulation division in the community and with external entities.

* Compliance - Ensure all activities comply with Abbott policies and local regulations. Foster a strong compliance culture across the organization.

Accountability / Supervision
Reports directly to the International Head & GM Neuromodulation OUS. Acts independently within Abbott policies and objectives to achieve regional goals. Responsible for organizational strategy, resource allocation, and operational success in LATAM. Oversees a multi-country team, including direct reports and cross-functional leadership.

QUALIFICATIONS
* Bachelor's degree in Business or Science; advanced degree preferred.
* 10+ years in medical devices (Class III preferred) with proven success in LATAM markets, especially Brazil and Argentina
* Experience managing full P&L at regional level and driving turnaround strategies.
* Strong leadership skills with ability to build high-performing teams and lead change.
* Proven ability to grow market share in competitive environments.
* Excellent negotiation, influencing, and communication skills in English and Portuguese/Spanish.
* Operational mindset with ability to execute projects end-to-end.
* Willingness to travel extensively across LATAM and internationally (approx. 50%).

Personal Attributes
Strategic thinker, results-driven, resilient, adaptable, and customer-focused. High integrity, accountability, and strong interpersonal skills to influence at all levels.

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The base pay for this position is N/A
In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:
General Management

DIVISION:
NM Neuromodulation

LOCATION:
Brazil > Sao Paulo : Rua Itapeva, 538-5 ao 8 andares B

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:
Standard

TRAVEL:
Yes, 50 % of the Time

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
Not Applicable

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Not Applicable