Product Specialist - Bridge Program

About the Bridge Program

AbbVie's Bridge Program is a 6-month structured market immersion initiative designed to bridge the gap for experienced pharma professionals who have relocated to the UAE but lack local market experience. The program provides hands-on exposure to the UAE pharmaceutical landscape while fulfilling specific business needs. Candidates will gain in-depth market knowledge, build key relationships, and develop their expertise within a multinational corporate environment over a six-month period.

Purpose

As a Product Specialist in the Bridge Program, you will execute AbbVie's brand strategy and drive field sales performance in your assigned territory. You will gain hands-on exposure to the UAE market while leveraging your experience from culturally similar markets. This role is ideal for pharmaceutical professionals with 2-5 years of experience in multinational companies who have recently relocated to the UAE and are looking for an opportunity to build their local expertise.

Key Responsibilities

1. Achieve sales performance targets by executing brand strategies and marketing objectives.
2. Develop a deep understanding of customer needs, the market landscape, and competitive dynamics to drive sales performance.
3. Plan and execute customer interactions effectively, ensuring meaningful engagement with HCPs.
4. Maintain strong customer relationships, positioning AbbVie as a trusted partner in patient care.
5. Share market intelligence with in-field teams and brand managers to support strategic decision-making.
6. Differentiate AbbVie's value proposition and establish relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs) and disease area experts.
7. Ensure compliance with AbbVie's business code of conduct, policies, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in pharmacy, medicine, or a related field.
2. 2-5 years of experience in a multinational pharmaceutical company in Home Country.
3. Experience in culturally similar markets (Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, etc.).
4. Newly relocated to the UAE and actively seeking career opportunities. No prior experience in UAE.
5. Strong communication and presentation skills in both English and Arabic.
6. High adaptability and willingness to learn in a new market environment.
7. Commitment to the six-month program with a passion for growing within the UAE.

Additional Information:

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives, serving our community, and embracing diversity and inclusion. It is AbbVie's policy to employ qualified persons of the greatest ability without discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected group status.

Employment Type: Full-time