Pharmaceutical Product Manager

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonus

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company car and fuel allowance

Retirement fund and life cover

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton seeks a strategic and results-driven Pharmaceutical Product Manager to join its marketing and commercial team. You will develop and execute comprehensive marketing strategies to maximize commercial success of assigned pharmaceutical products and lead cross-functional teams to achieve sales and market share objectives.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree (MBA preferred) and at least 5 years in pharmaceutical marketing or product management, with a track record of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Pharmacy, or related field; MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in pharmaceutical marketing or product management.
• Proven track record of successful product launches and lifecycle management.
• Strong understanding of the pharmaceutical industry, market access, and regulatory environment.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and project management skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic marketing plans, including market analysis, positioning, and go-to-market strategies.
• Lead cross-functional teams (sales, medical affairs, regulatory, market access) for product launches and lifecycle management.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer insights to adapt strategies.
• Develop compelling marketing materials, promotional campaigns, and sales training programs.
• Manage product budgets, forecasts, and P&L responsibilities for assigned products.
• Present product strategies and performance reviews to senior management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Project management

Communication

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Pharmacy, or related field

MBA preferred

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a strategic and results-driven Pharmaceutical Product Manager to join their dynamic marketing and commercial team in Sandton . This role is responsible for developing and executing comprehensive marketing strategies to maximize the commercial success of assigned pharmaceutical products. You will play a key role in understanding market dynamics, identifying growth opportunities, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve sales and market share objectives. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the market presence of innovative therapies in a vibrant commercial hub within Gauteng .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic marketing plans, including market analysis, positioning, and go-to-market strategies.
• Lead cross-functional teams (sales, medical affairs, regulatory, market access) to ensure successful product launch and lifecycle management.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and customer insights to adapt strategies as needed.
• Develop compelling marketing materials, promotional campaigns, and sales training programs.
• Manage product budgets, forecasts, and P&L responsibilities for assigned products.
• Present product strategies and performance reviews to senior management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Pharmacy, or a related field; MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in pharmaceutical marketing or product management.
• Proven track record of successful product launches and lifecycle management.
• Strong understanding of the pharmaceutical industry, market access, and regulatory environment.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and project management skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive annual salary and significant performance-based bonus.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Company car and fuel allowance.
• Retirement fund and life assurance benefits.
• Opportunities for career advancement and leadership development in Sandton .