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Associate Product Manager/ Product Manager-CHC

This position works out of our UAE location in the Established Pharmaceuticals Division.

Reporting to

GEM Marketing Director

About Established Pharmaceuticals

We are committed to bringing the benefits of our trusted medicines to more people in the world\xe2\x80\x99s fastest-growing countries. Our broad portfolio of high-quality and differentiated branded generic medicines reaches across multiple therapeutic areas including gastroenterology, women\'s health, cardiometabolic, pain management/central nervous system, and respiratory.

What You\'ll Do

Responsible for the country overall CHC Brands Plan strategy and execution for EPD business

The Associate Product Manager / Product Manager will be a key contributor in determining the product development and investment strategy across the rapidly growing Established Pharmaceutical business. This role will be responsible for ensuring that the business maintains the right cadence of innovation and launches to maintain our impressive growth trajectory. The incumbent in this position will be regarded as a deep expert related to assigned product(s)/product lines with broad knowledge of related fields.

STRATEGIC PLANNING

Develop annual marketing plans and coordinate their successful implementation and to grow and achieve both short- and long-term sales, profit and market share position for assigned products.

Portfolio management - Assess competitive standing of product portfolio, launch of NPI, upgrade necessities and opportunities, channel opportunities and discontinuation of existing non-strategic/ unprofitable products.

Perform sales and investments forecasting and budgeting: plan, update and track on monthly basis.

Use monitoring data to feedback and propose strategic planning/tactics.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Translate strategy into key implementation milestones, communicate clearly and allocate responsibilities to cross functional member teams.

Orchestrate/manage the process to ensure execution of marketing plan within cross-functional teams: continuous interaction and regular checkpoints to review/discuss progress, proactively develop own network and identify new sources to gather information.

Ensure timelines are met and financial results are maximized.

MONITORING

Constantly assess effectiveness of tactical initiatives implementation.

Measure customer response/effectiveness.

Closely monitor budgets and expenditures to ensure that resources are spent in line with plan commitment.

Monitor KPI\xe2\x80\x99s (sales, market share, profitability).

Get data to feedback and propose strategic planning/tactics adjustments.

EXTERNAL CUSTOMER DEVELOPMENT

Develop a deep understanding of customer needs & market trends.

Identify and assess significant growth opportunities and create strategies that deliver profitable market share.

Focus on customer satisfaction and commitment to quality and compliance.

Develop and implement plan to build relationship with key customers and influence them.

Identify opportunities to align brand and customer goals (new business development).

Optimize customer synergies to develop brand/market advocates.

Develop multi-year marketing plan and product roadmap.

Develop and implement marketing programs & campaigns to drive the brands\xe2\x80\x99 growth

Develop & execute digital marketing road map & initiatives.

Ensure all business activities comply with the relevant Acts, legal demands and ethical standards.

Forecast market and product performance, provide input for Plans/Updates and new product launches.

Reviewing and analyzing results of marketing campaigns.

Review complaints and suggestions relating to assigned products Monitor product and market performance, identifying critical performance areas and creating programs to address them.

Coordinating work and leading agencies .

Lead effective communication with Area & Global Marketing Team.

Develop & implement and update product training to sales force.

Build strong relationships with Opinion Leaders.

Monitor monthly sales, inventories and ensure enough forecast to cover changing market demands and gaps.

Required Qualifications:

Medical Degree or pharmaceutical qualification \xe2\x80\x93 essential.

Min 4-5 Years Experience in Pharmaceutical Business.

Additional Master degree in Business administration is a Plus.

Experience in marketing Consumer Healthcare products including DTC & ATL activities/campaigns (preferable)

Experience with initiating digital marketing activities/campaigns (preferable)

Strong sales / marketing track record.

Fluent English (proficient in verbal and written communication).

Excellent presentation skills.

Good knowledge of computer-based programs including of Excel and Power Point.

Must be driven, a team player and possess strong business acumen and interpersonal skills.

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.

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