Sandoz announces new country head for Japan
- Shingo Iwamoto appointed country head for Sandoz in Japan
- Shingo Iwamoto will also oversee Japanese business of Aspen Global Incorporated (AGI), successfully acquired by Sandoz on February 1 this year
- Japan, world’s third largest generics and off-patent market, is central to Sandoz global strategy
Tokyo, March 25, 2020 – Sandoz announced today that Shingo Iwamoto, currently President and representative director of Aspen Japan, has been appointed Country Head for Sandoz in Japan with effect from April 1, 2020. He will report to Francisco (Paco) Ballester, Head, Sandoz International Region.
Paco Ballester said: “I am pleased that Iwamoto-san has agreed to take on this important role as we accelerate our integration of Sandoz and Aspen Japan K.K. His strong track record in commercial excellence, focus on people and culture, and commitment to patients and customers will be key to strengthening our position in Japan, the world’s third largest market for generics and off-patent medicines. I look forward to his collaborative leadership and strong market focus on driving access to help meet patient and customer needs, and to take Sandoz to the next level in Japan.”
Shingo Iwamoto said: “I am grateful and honored for the opportunity to represent Sandoz in Japan as well as to continue to represent Aspen Japan K.K. I am looking forward to using my experience in the pharmaceutical market to grow the Sandoz K.K. business and further develop the lasting bonds we have with patients and customers.”
Shingo has been running the Japanese business of Aspen Global Incorporated (AGI) since 2016, and successfully delivered on sales and profits targets for three consecutive years. He also brings with him over 36 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, particularly in the areas of strategy, sales and marketing.
Prior to Aspen, Shingo held a variety of other leadership positions at Teva Seiyaku and Astellas Pharma, including Managing Director for the Sales and Marketing Department at Teva Seiyaku, and responsibility for the Southeast Asia and Oceania business of Astellas Pharma.
Shingo is a Japanese national and graduated with a Biochemistry degree from Meiji University.
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