Portfolio Development Manager
Job Purpose
Oversee the strategic development and management of the Pharmaline's product portfolio. This involves identifying growth opportunities, conducting comprehensive market analysis, and supporting the team to ensure the successful development and execution of new product initiatives.
Act as a key liaison between departments, ensuring alignment with business goals and regulatory requirements.
Perform duties in accordance with Malia Group Policies and Procedures.
Duties And Responsibilities
On Strategic Planning and Pipeline nurturing
-Lead on the development and submission of the annual business plan ensuring alignment with organizational goals and market opportunities
-Stay informed and actively analyze the latest market trends and evolving regulatory landscape and update the set plans & strategy accordingly
-Identify and analyze potential products, lines of business, and molecules suitable to be included in Pharmaline product pipeline for both local and export markets
-Develop business cases and feasibility studies for newly identified products/molecules, ensuring comprehensive coverage of regulatory and commercial aspects; Coordinate with the R&D to identify the winning business model (In house development / In -Licensing)
-Actively and closely follow up with concerned departments R&D/regulatory/production/Marketing/Sales/SO until ensuring successful launch of the newly added product
-Utilize and direct the use of internal and external tools (e.g., questionnaires, focus groups, surveys/Available databases) to gather necessary data for product approval
-Thoroughly review and comment in-Licensing agreements, while taking into account the feedback of all involved departments such as Regulatory, R&D, Site Management and Legal prior proceeding with the management approval
-"Scout, grow and maintain a potential business network in view of ensuring a robust pipeline of opportunities (Attend international and local exhibitions, approaching Embassies and specialized Associations and chambers, meeting with suppliers etc..)"
Lead on Identifying and prioritizing in-licensing opportunities, ensuring thorough due diligence is conducted and relevant team members are updated with detailed information on shortlisted suppliers
On Reporting
-Submit progress reports to management on monthly basis, including action plans while providing strategic insights and recommendations
On Cross-functional Collaboration
-Collaborate with various departments, including R&D, regulatory, marketing, and sales, to ensure seamless execution of product development plans
-Foster strong communication and coordination across departments to drive product innovation and market success
On HR
-Contribute proactively with the Talent Acquisition Team in filling vacancies timely. Design/update related JD and on-boarding programs and ensure their proper understanding & implementation. Ensure an optimized structure in line with business priorities and performance
-Provide direct reports with needed resources/tools and guidance to fulfil their role properly and set their training needs and development plan in coordination with L&DM. Celebrate achievements, highlight people with potential to offer them perspective for growth
-Set direct reports annual Business Goals and required competencies and conduct quarterly feedback sessions to appraise their performance. Monitor continuously direct report productivity and take corrective actions in due time. Issue misconducts and enroll under-performers in related program
-Promote the Group's culture, encourage loyalty, trust, a healthy working environment and teamwork. Personalize the motivational approach, empower and inspire the team to reach greatness
Education And Experience
Education
Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy. MBA is a plus
Experience
Minimum 10 years of experience in a Pharmaceuticals Industry
