For a renowned pharma company specialized in ophthalmology, we have a great opportunity for a Pharma Country Manager (Benelux). We are looking for an inspiring pharma leader who has strategic and operational talent in the domains of Sales & Marketing and can coach and manage the Benelux team with a great dynamic.

KEY ACTIVITIES

• Build the Pharma Benelux strategy:
  • Develop the marketing plans for all relevant products with the Benelux product manager.
  • Develop the sales plan for both Belux and the Netherlands with the 2 field managers.
  • Ensure the right execution of marketing and sales plans as well as the respect of operational budget. Maximize the use of all operational budgets.
  • Ensure the preparation of new product launches with regulatory, marketing, supply chain and external partners.
  • Update sales forecast.

• Drive the relationship and negotiate key agreements with key partners (Dutch Health Insurances, key customers, etc.).
• Participate in communication actions toward Key Opinion Leaders.
• Prepare and lead field force meetings with his/her management team.
• Build and propose Annual Incentive Plans for the field team.
• Work on business development opportunities and potential new partnerships.
• Ensure a regular reporting to the Pharma Cluster’s management on operations execution, sales achievement, key events, …
• Participate to regular Supply chain meetings to ensure the proper supply of products.
• Ensure full compliance regarding corporate rules and local pharmaceutical regulations. Interface regularly with Regulatory Manager as well as Compliance Officer.

COMPETENCIES AND EXPERIENCE

• Degree in sales / marketing / commercial background.
• Experience as a Sales Manager or a Marketing Manager is requested.
• Experience in health care industry.
• Multinational preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English, Dutch and French.
• Able to inspire and motive teams. Self-motivated. Charisma, leadership.
• Target driven with a desire to exceed targets through others.
• Demonstrate influencing and negotiating skills, articulate and confident.