As the Medical Affairs Manager Paediatrics, you will be the expert in paediatric nutrition (Core Milks, GI, and premature nutrition) in Belgium. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the commercial strategy and implementing local medical strategies. Reporting to the Head of Medical Affairs Paediatrics BENELUX, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities1. Networking & Stakeholder Management- Build and maintain strong relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and healthcare professionals (HCPs) in paediatrics.
- Organize and support KOL and HCP events such as advisory boards and workshops.
- Represent Danone at national and international symposia (e.g., ESPGHAN, Nutrition & Growth).
- Maintain connections with local paediatric associations and networks.
- Serve as the medical point of contact for the local solutions community.
- Act as a content-driven partner for internal and external stakeholders.
- Ensure medical substantiation of commercial propositions.
- Translate scientific insights into practical applications.
- Coordinate local clinical studies to support our value proposition.
- Gather field insights and identify growth opportunities for the paediatrics portfolio.
- Train internal teams on medical topics, clinical practices, and product positioning.
- Develop educational materials for the Benelux region.
- Communicate scientific evidence internally and externally.
- Ensure consistent and credible messaging across all channels.
- Manage the local medical budget within cross-functional teams.
- Collaborate closely with the Belgian solutions and strategy teams.
- Contribute to a positive team culture and motivation.
- Master’s or PhD in Life Sciences or Nutrition;
- 1–4 years of experience in Medical Affairs (healthcare, nutrition, science, or pharmaceutical industry);
- Fluent in Dutch, French, and English;
- Strong team player with commercial acumen;
- Excellent communication skills and ability to build relationships with HCP;
- Project management skills and perseverance.
Working here you’ll need to enjoy a fast-pace, complexity and it can get a little challenging. But it’s packed with opportunities. You’ll work with some of the best-known brands in the world and we absolutely guarantee that you can just be yourself. Be innovative and entrepreneurial and the impact you could make might just amaze you. Join our movement for a healthier world. One Planet One Health BY YOU.
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