OTC Brand Manager, GCC Growth & Strategy Lead

Confidential; Dubai; On-site; AED 223,000 - 446,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential, a leading Pharmaceutical Company in the UAE, is seeking an OTC Brand Manager to own and grow consumer health brands across the UAE and GCC. You will lead brand strategy, consumer and pharmacist engagement, and drive in-market execution with full accountability for sell‑out growth and market share.

Reporting to the Marketing Director, you will work cross‑functionally with Sales, Trade Marketing, Regulatory, Supply Chain, Finance and Medical to optimize brand health and ROI across

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy or Life Sciences.
• 2–3 years in FMCG/OTC or consumer healthcare.
• Proven track record of managing brands with measurable P&L impact.
• Strong understanding of UAE/GCC pharmacy landscape, regulations, and consumer behavior.
• Experience managing agencies and cross‑functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Own brand strategy, annual plan and 3‑year roadmap with objectives, KPIs and budget.
• Lead consumer, pharmacist engagement and 360° campaigns across TV, digital, social and in‑pharmacy activation.
• Develop pharmacist/HCP programs, training modules and incentive schemes for pharmacy staff and chains.
• Coordinate with Sales on targets, coverage, call frequency and promotions; train the sales force.
• Define pricing strategy and manage A/P budget, ROI by channel; report variances to leadership.
• Ensure promotional compliance with local regulations and approvals before release.
• Monitor brand performance and drive course corrections based on KPIs.

Skills

Brand management

P&L management

FMCG/OTC experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy or Life Sciences

Job description

Confidential, a leading Pharmaceutical Company in the UAE, is seeking an OTC Brand Manager to own and grow consumer health brands across the UAE and GCC. You will lead brand strategy, consumer and pharmacist engagement, and drive in-market execution with full accountability for sell‑out growth and market share.

Reporting to the Marketing Director, you will work cross‑functionally with Sales, Trade Marketing, Regulatory, Supply Chain, Finance and Medical to optimize brand health and ROI across