Gulf Established Portfolio Strategy & Delivery Lead

Astrazeneca Pharma India Ltd.; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

AstraZeneca in the Gulf is seeking an Established Portfolio Business Manager to support the delivery of the Established Portfolio. You will co-own strategic plans, translate brand strategy into portfolio priorities, and partner with Franchise Heads to drive operating rhythm and governance across AZ functions and the partner.

The role requires strong commercial and analytical capabilities, collaboration across functions, and a track record in portfolio planning and lifecycle management within the

Qualifications

• Typically 8–10 years of pharmaceutical commercial experience.
• Experience with multi-brand portfolios, forecasting and performance analysis.
• Fluency in regulatory affairs and pricing governance.
• Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders without direct authority.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute portfolio strategy across the Gulf with the Franchise Head.
• Co-develop the integrated Established Portfolio plan with key stakeholders.
• Coordinate lifecycle and portfolio-expansion initiatives across AZ and partners.
• Prepare analyses and recommendations for decision-making by governance bodies.
• Maintain a clear portfolio narrative reflected in operating plans and governance forums.
• Drive the monthly operating rhythm and support quarterly business reviews with the partner.
• Monitor performance against business case targets and address gaps.
• Oversee partner governance, contract obligations, and timelines with AZ review where needed.

Skills

Portfolio planning

Forecasting

Financial analysis

Stakeholder management

Regulatory familiarity

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or related

Job description

AstraZeneca in the Gulf is seeking an Established Portfolio Business Manager to support the delivery of the Established Portfolio. You will co-own strategic plans, translate brand strategy into portfolio priorities, and partner with Franchise Heads to drive operating rhythm and governance across AZ functions and the partner.

The role requires strong commercial and analytical capabilities, collaboration across functions, and a track record in portfolio planning and lifecycle management within the