Company Description
Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups tend to apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. Sobi encourages you to change that statistic and apply. Rarely do candidates meet 100% of the qualifications. We look forward to your application!
At Sobi, the work we do every day redefines the standards of care and transform the lives of people living with rare diseases.
As a diverse team of entrepreneurial people, we are passionate about our growth journey towards becoming a global leader, making a difference for rare disease patients, moving quickly and always challenging the status quo.
We are committed to an inclusive, sustainable and flexible workplace that fosters growth and development.
Job Description
As a Business Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our company in the Middle East. You will be responsible for developing and executing strategic plans, driving business growth, and ensuring operational excellence. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a rapidly growing market, ensure best in class in market execution to accelerate the growth off our products in Levant and Egypt and to be part of a company that values innovation, collaboration, and professional development.
This position will be based in Egypt or Jordan, reporting directly to the Regional Director – LENA
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement strategic business plans to achieve sales targets and market growth.
- Lead and manage a high-performing team, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, partners, and stakeholders.
- Analyze market trends and competitor activities to identify opportunities and risks.
- Drive operational efficiency and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions and enhance customer satisfaction.
- Consultation about recruitment & hiring & selection of proper candidates whenever requested.
- Monthly reporting to Regional Director & Senior Management of Sales, stocks & consumption, YTG forecasts, updates on running action plans
Qualifications
You are a dynamic and results-driven professional with a passion for excellence and a proven track record of success in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry. Your strategic mindset, coupled with your ability to lead and inspire high-performing teams, sets you apart as a visionary leader. You thrive in challenging environments and are adept at navigating complex market dynamics to drive business growth and achieve ambitious targets.
Your exceptional communication and interpersonal skills enable you to build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, while your analytical prowess allows you to make informed decisions based on comprehensive market insights. You are a proactive problem-solver with a keen eye for identifying opportunities and mitigating risks, ensuring the continued success and sustainability of the business.
Key Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a Medical field (Pharmacy, Medicine)
- Experience in Iraqi Market is a must at least for 4 years, Egypt and Levant experience is a plus
- Minimum 15 years in Sales in Pharmaceutical Industry, experience from Rare Disease is desired but not required.
- Minimum of 8 years management experience with Pharmaceutical industry.
- Proven track record of achievements & demonstrated ability to consistently meet and exceed sales Budget.
- Fluency in written and spoken English & Arabic
Here at Sobi we live by our core values: Care, Ambition, Urgency, Ownership and Partnership!
Additional Information
How to apply
We have an ongoing selection process in this recruitment and ask you to send your application as soon as possible. Click apply and include your resume in English.
Why Join Us?
Here At Sobi, Our Mission And Culture Get Us Excited To Come To Work Every Day, But Here Are a Few More Reasons To Join Our Team
- Emphasis on work/life balance
- Collaborative and team-oriented environment
- Opportunities for professional growth
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Competitive compensation for your work
- Making a positive impact to help ultra-rare disease patients who are in need of life saving treatments
We are a global company with over 1,800 employees in more than 30 countries and are committed to the societies where we operate. With a deeply skilled management team directing our day-to-day wins, and a Board with a stellar track record, we’re ready to take on the world’s diseases, ailments and adversity. Our people believe they have the power to make a positive impact in others’ lives because that’s exactly what we do here. If you’re seeking a career that taps into your talents in a way that makes the world a better, healthier place, we just may have a job for you.
We know our employees are our most valuable asset, and our culture conveys that. We offer a competitive benefits package, to support the health and happiness of our staff.
Sobi Culture
At Sobi, we refuse to accept the status quo. This is because we have witnessed first-hand the challenges facing those affected by rare diseases and have used this knowledge to shape our business to find new ways of helping them.
As a specialized biopharmaceutical company, we are dedicated to rare diseases. And we see this focus as a strength. By effectively turning our research into ground-breaking treatments, we help make medicine more accessible and open up more possibilities for patients and more opportunities for those caring for them. This has been our approach since day one, but we know we can’t change the world of rare diseases on our own. Accomplishing this requires strong partnerships with patients, partners and stakeholders across the entire value chain. Together, we define how our business can create solutions that serve the needs of those affected by rare diseases while facilitating sustainable growth.
