Trainee HELM Pharmaceuticals - Portfolio Steering & Strategy (m/f/d)

Join our dynamic and innovative pharmaceutical company as a Trainee in Portfolio Steering & Strategy (m/f/d). This comprehensive 2-year program offers a unique opportunity to rotate through various stations including Business Development, Project Management and Licensing, providing a holistic understanding of the pharmaceutical industry's key functions. As a trainee, you will play a vital role in supporting the development, analysis, and monitoring of project and pipeline related business cases, contributing to the company's strategic growth and success.

Your tasks:

Phase I: Orientation

• You will dive into the pharmaceutical industry, gaining insights into the companies structure, values and portfolio.
• Master essential tools and systems like portfolio management software and project tracking tools to kickstart your journey.

Phase II: Core Functions / Focus
Portfolio Management, Project Management and Business Development

• Analyze portfolio performance and propose optimization strategies, directly contributing to product lifecycle management.
• As part of cross-functional project teams, you will create and monitor detailed project plans while ensuring timelines and risks are well-managed.
• Conduct market analyses to evaluate new product opportunities, supporting strategic decision-making and business development initiatives.

Phase III: Supporting Rotations

• You will take part in developing product launch strategies and lifecycle management plans, aligning efforts with portfolio goals for sustained growth.
• Explore regulatory requirements and understand their impact on portfolio steering decisions.
• Contribute to account forecasting, market analysis, and contract negotiations as part of the sales and account management team.
• Gain hands-on experience in supply chain operations, including production planning, inventory management, and delivery processes.
• You will support financial activities such as budgeting, forecasting, and monthly P&L reviews.

Capstone Project
Launch, Marketing und Life-Cycle Management, Regulatory Affairs, Account Management und Sales, Supply Chain und Operations, Controlling and Quality Assurance

• Lead a strategic project where you’ll address a real business need, such as optimizing product lifecycle management or designing a market entry strategy for a new product.

Your profile:

• You hold a university degree in Marketing, Business Studies, or Pharmacy (preferred).
• An analytical mindset and attention to detail enable you to dissect complex problems and craft structured solutions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with a focus on Excel and PowerBI, is part of your skill set.
• You thrive in dynamic environments, showing adaptability and a strong willingness to learn.
• Basic knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry and market dynamics is a plus, though not mandatory.
• You bring added value with previous internships, coursework, or experience in business case development.