Brand Manager -Commercial Portfolio

Riyadh

Major Accountabilities

• Lead and manage the Commercial Portfolio to deliver sustainable growth and strong performance across assigned brands.
• Develop and execute portfolio and brand strategies aligned to business priorities, market dynamics, and customer needs.
• Create operational plans across the brand lifecycle to optimize return, support launches, and strengthen lifecycle management.
• Drive excellence in forecasting, business performance monitoring, and corrective action planning to achieve sales, market share, and profitability targets.
• Build customer understanding through market insights and apply omnichannel approaches to improve engagement with healthcare professionals, patient groups, and key stakeholders.
• Oversee the development and approval of promotional materials and commercial programs in line with company and regulatory requirements.
• Lead Patient Support Programs and Risk Management Plan activities in close collaboration with Medical, Regulatory, Pharmacovigilance, Compliance, and other cross-functional partners.
• Manage portfolio budgets effectively, ensuring strong financial governance and optimal use of investments.
• Provide product and brand training to relevant teams to strengthen knowledge, alignment, and execution quality.

Minimum Requirements

• University degree or equivalent in Pharmacy, Marketing, Business, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of field sales, brand management, or related marketing experience within the healthcare or pharmaceutical industry.
• Prior experience in product executive or related marketing services roles is an advantage.
• Strong commercial acumen with experience in portfolio strategy, forecasting, customer engagement, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, drive execution, and work effectively across functions.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and analytical skills.
• Saudi nationality is preferred.
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