COMPANY DESCRIPTION
We are a global specialty and branded pharmaceutical company, improving the health of patients across the world through our high quality and affordable medicines. Active at every stage of the value chain, we are uniquely diversified by geography, product, and manufacturing capability.Aspen is a dynamic organisation built on entrepreneurial strength and forward-thinking minds. We attract high performing individuals who are passionate about their career and have a desire to exceed expectations. At Aspen, not only do we source for the best talent, but we also provide a host of opportunities for continuous development.The Group's key business segments are Manufacturing and Commercial Pharmaceuticals comprising Regional Brands and Sterile Focus Brands. We have approximately 9,100 employees at 69 established offices in over 50 countries and we improve the health of patients in more than 150 countries through our high quality, affordable medicines.
OBJECTIVE: Drive sustainable, profitable growth of the product portfolios/therapeutic categories with appropriate strategic direction, brand stewardship and commercial acumen.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Strategic Decision making
Market analysis and insight
Develop portfolio/brand strategy for sustainable business growth and profitability
Successful implementation and monitor the roll out of the above with the required measurements in place for successful outcomes
Anticipate future trends in disease management and the market environment
Commercial capability
Ability to set sales budgets and manage
Ability to manage Advertising and Promotion budgets and ROI impact
Compile and manage advertising budget and spend
Ability to manage the cross functional networks and channel resources for the portfolio to drive profitable growth with the required and shared accountability to achieve business targets
Ability to interpret and implement insights drawn from a variety of internal and external data sources as result of the required interactions
Forecasting accuracy and stock management which entails minimizing write-off costs and returns, monitoring and managing wholesalers' stock holding and backorders
Maintaining portfolio profitability through pricing strategies, profit margins and batch MOQ's
Accurately assess market potential by preparing product P&L's to successfully implement new product launches
Evaluate Congress attendance and participation to maximize ROI
Innovative way of thinking to secure a competitive advantage
Solution orientated
Provide creative direction for brand/portfolios strategies and manage Agency outcomes
Pipeline management to secure future portfolio assets
Sense of urgency in resolution of customer queries
Quality assessments of portfolio/brand strategy implementation through in field visits
PEOPLE DEVELOPMENT
Manage and guide Junior Brand Manager (JBM)
Develop and Upskill JBM to a brand manager level
Coach, Direct on all duties performed by JBM
Develop a performance matrix to assess the progress of JBM
QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE:
Relevant Post matric Marketing/Health Science qualification
5 years Pharmaceutical/Marketing industry experience
5-6 years Pharmaceutical brand management in OTC/Pain
Applicable industry knowledge
Financial literacy
Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Word
Ability to work on Qlikview models is advantageous
SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:
Commercial acumen
Analytical skills
People Management
Project management
Networking ability
Interpersonal skills
Ability to perform under pressure
Self-starter and self-motivated
Sense of urgency and Agile
Prioritizing and planning
Verbal and written communication skills
Aptitude for continuous learning
Influential and impactful presentation skills
Adaptability and flexibility in a changing environment
Aspen is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and suitably qualified job applicants are invited to submit their CV online on or before the 10 August 2024. Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups through a fair recruitment and selection process in accordance with laws governing employment equity, where such laws are applicable to the Aspen entity that will employ the successful candidate. If you have not heard from the HR department within 30 days of this advert closing, please consider your application unsuccessful.Internal Applications must be completed using an Aspen mailing address after applicants have informed their direct line managers of their application.
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