Job Description

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 diversi?ed by geography, product and manufacturing capability.
Aspen is a dynamic organization 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 OF ROLE
Drive sustainable, profitable growth of the product portfolios/ therapeutic categories with appropriate Strategic direction, brand stewardship and commercial acumen.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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
• Ability to set sales budgets in Line with the company's growth ambitions
• 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
• Provide creative direction for brand/ portfolios strategies and manage Agency outcomes
• Pipeline management to secure future portfolio assets
• Quality assessments of portfolio/ brand strategy implementation through in field visits

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Matric
• Relevant Marketing/Health Science degree

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 6+ years' experience within the pharmaceutical industry
• Must have 2-3 years brand management within the pharmaceutical industry
• Must have 2-3 years previous Sales Representative experience
• Strong Relationships with KOL's in Respiratory and Allergy experience would be advantageous

SOFT SKILLS AND COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

• Commercial acumen
• Analytical skills
• Commercial capability
• Solution orientated
• Project management
• Networking ability
• Innovative way of thinking to secure a competitive advantage
• Interpersonal skills
• Ability to perform under pressure
• Self-starter and self -motivated
• Sense of urgency in resolution of customer queries Prioritizing and planning -
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Aptitude for continuous learning
• Influential and impactful presentation skills
• Adaptability and flexibility in a changing environment
• Innovative way of thinking to secure a competitive advantage

COMPUTER SKILLS REQUIRED
The applicant must be proficient in the various applications (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) within the Microsoft Office bundle.
DRIVERS LICENCE
The successful candidate must have a valid driver's licence and be able to travel as per the expectations of the role.
FEEDBACK
Please note that if you have not heard from the Human Capital department within 30 days of this advert closing, your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful.
INTERNAL APPLICATIONS
Internal Applications must be completed using an Aspen mailing address after applicants have had informed their direct line managers of their application for this specific role.
Aspen is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. Preference will be given to Employment Equity candidates in line with Aspen's Transformation Agenda.

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