PRODUCT MANAGER GCC
Dubai - UAE
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Valuing People. Science. Life - At Labatec Pharma we are committed to deliver medicines that help to improve quality of life for patients around the world by meeting the needs of thehospital and retail sectors. Wecollaborate all together to deliver outcomes which add significant valueto our clients projects and the community. Our people are at the center of Labatec Pharma.
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We are looking for a Product Manager -GCC to join our Marketing team based in Dubai UAE.
In this role you will be responsible for successfully launching some brands of our portfolio across several markets (UAE KSA and other GCC markets). You will work closely with the Management Team to define the go-to-market strategy and implementation plan you will drive and execute across our territories. You will be in charge of defining appropriate marketing plans commercial levers and resourcing (sales and A&P) to launch our products successfully. You will apply a data-driven approach to prioritising growth opportunities and be responsible for market research and analysis activities to develop successful marketing campaigns. And you will be expected to demonstrate a high level of understanding of local market dynamics including regulatory pathways insurance policies and trade dynamics while contributing to the achievement of business objectives.
You will report to the Marketing Lead - MENA region and work closely with the MENA Sales Regulatory Affairs Supply Business Development and Finance teams.
Your key responsibilities
- Develop and execute marketing plans tailored for the GCC market including promotional events brand kits and printed materials
- Manage product lifecycle monitor sales performance forecast demand and design corrective actions based on data and IQVIA reports
- Engage Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) Cultivate strong relationships with key stakeholders including KOLs HCPs payers and regional policy makers to drive market access and positioning.
- Influence market shaping strategies and policies across the region to support brand objectives.
- Prepare training materials and train sales teams on product knowlege and messaging
- Build strong relationships with distributor partners and align them with brand objectives.
- Work closely with sales teams and distributors to provide product training and marketing materials.
- Formulate and execute product marketing strategies define operational and strategic plans and drive market share growth
- Manage budgets and stakeholders ensuring alignment of product life cycle with business goals and effective market access strategies
- Create promotional materials manage budgets and craft marketing strategies to drive product performance .
- Conduct comprehensive market research identify opportunities and customer needs analyze competitors
- Develop strategic product roadmaps and translate them into actionable plans across cross-functional teams
- Partner closely with marketing teams KOLs and ensure messaging resonates with healthcare professionals
- Manage regulatory compliance including documentation and coordination through approval stages
- Track brand performance against KPIs and report regularly to management.
Key Competencies & Skills:
- Market Insight & Commercial Acumen:
Strong grasp of insurance systems pricing policies tender procedures and healthcare infrastructure in the UAE and GCC. - Strategic Thinking & Executional Agility:
Ability to translate strategy into actionable marketing plans. - Communication & Influence:
Clear and compelling communication with the ability to influence cross-functional peers and external stakeholders. - Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills:
Ability to interpret data (sales market share claims) and extract insights for decision making. - Project Management:
Organized deadline oriented and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously. - Adaptability & Learning Agility:
Willingness to quickly learn product specific and therapeutic knowledge. - Regional Fluency: Understanding of GCC market trends and regulatory environments. Prior GCC brand launch experience is a plus.
- Budget Management: History of managing budgets and forecast planning.
- Leadership & Initiative: Strong leadership in cross-functional settings with autonomous execution
Organizational & Soft Skills
- Initiative & Result-Orientation adaptability to change innovation mindset
- Team Collaboration and Leadership communication empowering others
- Attention to Detail especially in Market Analysis and strategic planning contexts
We are looking for
- BSc Degree in Pharmacy Life Sciences or related medical/healthcare field is a must.
- MBA or post-graduate qualification in Marketing or Healthcare Management is a plus.
- 1-3 years of experience as a successful Product Manager in the Pharmaceutical industry in a multinational context.
- Diverse experience within GCC (UAE direct experience is a must).
- GCC exposure to market access regulatory or tender processes is highly preferred.
- Strong analytical skills demonstrated ability to develop winning marketing and commercial strategies in the GCC region.
- Digital Marketing experience is a plus.
- Proficiency with business planning & forecasting sales ability to analyse and report on commercial performance.
- Results-oriented professional with solid project management experience.
- Strong communication and persuasion skills.
- Team player and strong collaborator with demonstrated ability to work cross-border.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite especially Excel and PowerPoint.
- Excellent business fluency in English (previous international exposure).
- Familiar with CRM and analytics tools is a plus.
- Driving license.
Other
Travelling among GCC countries whenever needed (50% of the time)
We will offer you
- A collaborative and friendly environment within a human-sized company
- An engaging and fast-paced environment with a growing portfolio of Originator products
- A multicultural environment where we operate with independence and agilityContinuous professional training to develop your potential
- A rewarding compensation & benefits package
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills Time Management,Data Analytics,Analytical,Agile,Requirement Gathering,Strategic thinking,Visio,Communication,Problem Solving,Market Research,UML,Cross Functional Teams
Employment Type : Contract
Department / Functional Area: Marketing
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1