Marketing Manager Middle East (PSS07894)

About the Company

An innovation-driven global pharmaceutical organization with a presence across Specialty, Generics, and OTC businesses. The company focuses on key therapeutic areas including respiratory, dermatology, and oncology, operating through 10 world-class manufacturing facilities across 4 continents and in over 80 countries. Recognized among the world’s top 100 biopharmaceutical companies and listed on the Dow Jones Sustainability Index for emerging markets, it continues to demonstrate leadership in sustainable growth and innovation.

Position Overview

The Group Product Manager / Marketing Manager – India will lead brand management and marketing strategy for the Africa Markets within the MEA Business Unit. Reporting to the General Manager Marketing – MEA & LATAM, this role provides strategic direction and drives world-class marketing practices to achieve growth, market share, and brand excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and drive short, medium, and long-term marketing plans and business strategies for the Africa Market.
• Analyze internal and external data, conduct primary and secondary research, and set brand objectives and strategies including positioning, segmentation, and targeting.
• Ensure growth and market share objectives are met through continuous performance analysis and strategic course correction.
• Lead budgeting and sales forecasting, market opportunity analysis, and financial objective setting for assigned brands.
• Drive implementation of strategies for power and focus brands and summarize marketing activities during monthly brand operations meetings.
• Conduct market intelligence and prescription audits to identify key prescribers and market opportunities.
• Oversee new product launches and develop long-range brand and portfolio plans.
• Design and deliver medical and marketing training programs for field staff.
• Maintain sales/expense ratio and marketing trackers to ensure financial discipline.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including Regulatory, Finance, Demand Planning, Logistics, and external vendors.
• Undertake frequent field and KOL visits, build franchise relationships, monitor competition, and train sales teams in scientific promotion and campaign execution.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Science or Pharmacy and a Master’s degree in Marketing or International Business.
• Experience: At least 10+ years of experience in marketing, preferably within pharmaceutical sectors such as gynaecology, dermatology, respiratory, and/or oncology.
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and collaborate with senior stakeholders across regions.
• Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of pharmaceutical industry competition, customer behavior, and prescription habits in the Africa Market; proficiency in Microsoft applications and marketing analytics.
• Soft Skills: Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills; self-driven, flexible, and capable of working independently or in teams; high integrity and strong external orientation.

Why Consider this Opportunity?

• Lead strategic brand management for high-growth Africa Markets within a global pharmaceutical organization.
• Shape marketing direction across multiple therapeutic categories with significant business impact.
• Collaborate with senior leadership across MEA and LATAM regions, driving cross-border initiatives.
• Contribute to a company recognized globally for innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence.
• Opportunity to influence new product launches and long-term portfolio strategy in emerging markets.

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