Commercial Development Program Associate

Job SummaryThe Commercial Professional Development Program (CPDP) at Fresenius Kabi is a two-year rotational program designed for recent college graduates seeking broad commercial experience within the healthcare industry. Through a series of 4–6 month rotations across multiple commercial functions, CPDP Associates gain hands-on exposure to the business while building a strong foundation in commercial operations, analytics, customer engagement, and strategic planning.
Associates rotate through key departments including Marketing, Contract Marketing, Customer Service, Supply Chain, Sales Operations, Business Planning & Analysis, and Commercial Excellence. Throughout the program, participants contribute to meaningful business initiatives, develop cross-functional knowledge, and build the skills needed for long-term career growth within Fresenius Kabi. Upon successful completion of the program, Associates transition into a full-time role aligned to their strengths, interests, and business needs.
This is a hybrid position, and the selected candidate will be required to work onsite in the Lake Zurich, Illinois office 3 days a week.
Salary Range: $63,000 - $65,000 per year
Final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to experience level, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Our benefits and programs are comprehensive and thoughtfully crafted to ensure our colleagues live healthy lives and have support when it matters most.

Responsibilities

Completion of department rotations of 4-6 months. Responsibilities will vary upon each placement.

Rotation Areas May Include:

Customer Service

• Develop and analyze customer reports and demographic data.
• Identify customer needs and cross-selling opportunities.
• Support customer-focused operational initiatives.

Contract Marketing

• Build and maintain contract and bid-related databases.
• Monitor compliance and support reporting for future marketing strategies.

Business Planning & Analysis / Supply Chain

• Support forecasting cycles and business planning activities.
• Analyze market trends and provide insights to commercial leadership.

Marketing

• Assist with business planning, market analysis, and product launch activities.
• Support initiatives related to generic product commercialization and customer engagement.

Sales Enablement / Sales Operations

• Support systems, reporting, and tools that improve sales effectiveness and customer service.

Commercial Excellence

• Participate in initiatives related to:
  • Digital Enablement
  • Market Intelligence
  • Commercial Reporting
  • Sales Force Effectiveness
  • Commercial People & Skills Development

• Participates in any and all reasonable work activities as assigned by management.

What You Will Gain

• Broad exposure to commercial operations within a global healthcare organization
• Hands-on experience leading and supporting impactful business initiatives
• Cross-functional collaboration and professional networking opportunities

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Business, Marketing or Finance.
• Ideal candidate will have recently graduated from an undergraduate program (<1 year)
• Preference is given to those candidates with internship experience.
• Detailed and results-oriented with excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to quickly establish working relationships and effectively transition through assignments.
• The ability to work independently and interface with various levels of management in a multi-task, deadline oriented team environment.
• Intermediate skill set with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other database concepts.
• Demonstrated results orientation and high productivity.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated competencies aligned with Fresenius Kabi’s Core Values:  Customer Focus, Quality, Integrity, Collaboration, Creativity, Passion and Commitment.
• Ability to work effectively with all employees and external business contacts while conveying a positive, service-oriented attitude.
• Ability to maintain complete confidentiality and discretion in business relationships and exercise sound business judgment.
• All employees are responsible for ensuring the compliance to company documents, programs and activities related to Health, Safety, Environment, Energy and Quality Management System as per your roles and responsibilities.

Additional Information

We offer an excellent salary and benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as life insurance, disability, 401K with company contribution, and wellness program.

Please note that joining our team does not create a guaranteed or permanent employment arrangement. All employment is at‑will, meaning both the employee and Fresenius Kabi have the right to end the employment relationship at any time, in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

Fresenius Kabi is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, immigration status, disabilities, or protected veteran status.