Business Development Manager - MEA

MENARINI Group is a leading pharmaceutical company in Saudi Arabia dedicated to improving healthcare outcomes across the Middle East & Africa (MEA) region. Our mission is to provide innovative solutions that enhance the quality of life for individuals worldwide. We value collaboration, integrity, and excellence in all aspects of our work culture.

We are currently seeking a Business Development Manager for the MEA region to join our dynamic team. Reporting to the META Regional Business Development & Business Operations Director, this role involves managing various business development projects involving in-licensing, divestiture, asset acquisition opportunities, co-marketing, co-promotion, and distribution & promotion engagements in both Rx and consumer health portfolios. The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing business development deals once executed, with guidance from department heads based on business needs.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree or above in Pharmacy, Life Science, Economics, Business Administration or related fields. A minimum of 10 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry specifically in business development within the Middle East & Africa region is required. Proficiency in IQVIA, MS Office applications at an advanced level is essential. Fluency in English and Arabic is also necessary for effective communication.

Key responsibilities include scouting products and companies aligned with company strategy across MEA Region, researching target market initiatives with regional teams, developing financial analysis and business cases for management review, negotiating with potential partners, and overseeing proper implementation post-deal execution. The successful candidate must possess strong analytical skills along with project management expertise to drive successful outcomes within strict deadlines.

If you are a self-motivated individual with strong negotiation skills, excellent problem-solving abilities, and a collaborative mindset to work effectively across diverse teams while representing the company professionally on various platforms - we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity as a Business Development Manager at MENARINI Group. This position is ideal for experienced professionals looking to advance their careers in pharmaceutical business development roles within a reputable organization focused on innovation and growth.

• Minimum 10 years of experience in pharmaceutical industry in business development, specific experience in Middle East & Africa region is required.

• - Strong business acumen particularly in portfolio management, marketing and financial analysis
• - Advanced analytical skills with sales forecasting & business case preparation capabilities
• - Strong project management and project leadership skills with the ability to execute plans/projects on strict deadlines
• - Ability to work independently and solve complex problems with a solution-oriented mindset
• - Strong team player with abilities to work in a multicultural environment and coordinate cross-functionally at different levels

Seniority Level: Managerial-Level

• Senior

Job Functions: Other

• Business Development

Industries : Marketing & Advertising

• Pharmaceutical