Job Description

At Julphar, we are on a journey of culture transformation & our mission is to provide a better quality of life for the entire family by delivering best in class solutions and real value with compassion and professionalism.
Our core values: Respect, Collaboration, innovation, Integrity and Compassion - Combined with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities - are key drivers in our aim to make a positive impact on the lives of the patients we serve, enable Talents , create a healthy work environment, and accomplish our goals through world-class research and with the compassion and commitment of our employees.
Strategic Portfolio Manager,
Job Summary/Main Purpose
As member of the Portfolio Strategy team, the Portfolio Manager is responsible for the strategic direction and optimization of Julphar's product portfolio, ensuring alignment with long-term organizational goals and market trends.
Working closely with the portfolio managers in the commercial team along with other stakeholders in identifying strategic growth opportunities and driving high-impact pipeline products and initiatives.
Main Responsibilities
Strategic Portfolio Leadership

• Develop and implement comprehensive long-term portfolio plans, aligning them with overall business objectives.
• Ensure the portfolio is strategically positioned for future growth and success, anticipating market shifts and progressing opportunities.
• Proactively adjust the portfolio based on in-depth market trends and performance insights.
• Develop country specific product portfolio strategies
• Evaluate and define strategies for portfolio tail end
• Secure brand lifecycle management for key strategic products within critical disease areas, collaborating closely with the commercial team to maximize their strategic value.
• Lead and coordinate with cross-functional teams to execute critical, portfolio-related projects that drive strategic objectives.

Strategic Market Analysis & Insights

• Conduct advanced market analysis to identify and capitalize on significant opportunities for portfolio expansion and diversification on global, regional and country specific level.
• Analyse competitor activities and broader market trends to drive critical, high-level portfolio decisions and strategic pivots.
• Provide insights and strategic recommendations derived from comprehensive market research, guidelines and trends.

Executive Stakeholder Collaboration, Project Management & Alignment

• Manage specific strategic projects and high-impact initiatives within the portfolio, ensuring their timely completion to achieve strategic goals.
• Collaborate extensively with internal stakeholders to ensure deep alignment on portfolio strategy and its execution across the organization.
• Communicate strategic portfolio updates and key performance metrics to relevant executive teams, ensuring transparency and shared understanding.
• Proactively address stakeholder concerns and ensure their strategic needs are met, fostering strong collaborative relationships.

Strategic Performance & Growth Trajectory

• Track the performance of portfolio products against pre-agreed strategic Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), focusing on long-term Objectives and value creation.
• Provide regular, insightful performance reports to senior management, highlighting strategic implications and future opportunities.
• Identify strategic areas for improvement to optimize portfolio performance and market positioning.

Requirements (Knowledge, Skills & Attributes)
Education

• Bachelor's degree in medicine, Pharmacy, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 7 years in strategic pharma portfolio management or related strategic roles, with a proven track record of driving portfolio growth and strategic initiatives.

Knowledge

• Profound understanding of pharmaceutical market dynamics, emerging disease and therapy trends, and strategic foresight.
• In-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements and advanced market access strategies of the MENA markets.
• Familiarity with strategic project management principles and best practices.

Skills

• Strong analytical and strategic problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable portfolio strategies.
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills, capable of influencing senior stakeholders and leading cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability to strategically manage multiple complex projects and competing priorities simultaneously.
• High proficiency in advanced data analysis and strategic market research methodologies.

Attributes

• Results-oriented with a strong focus on achieving strategic objectives and long-term portfolio success.
• Ability to work collaboratively and lead cross-functional teams in a strategic, results-driven environment.
• Proactive, adaptable, and innovative approach to managing complex portfolio challenges and opportunities.

Strong organizational and time management skills, prioritizing initiatives for maximum impact.
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