Category Manager, Pharma

Job Description

Title: Category Manager, Pharma

Company Name: Grameen Healthtech Limited

Vacancy: 01

Age: Na

Job Location: Dhaka

Salary: Negotiable

Experience:

• 6 to 12 years

• Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm)
• Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Marketing

• Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy (B.Pharm) is mandatory.
• A Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) or Marketing is highly preferred.
• Additional certification in Supply Chain or Category Management is a plus.

• 6 to 12 years

Job Knowledge:

• Expert knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry, including therapeutic classes, drug regulations, and market dynamics.
• Strong understanding of category management principles, merchandising, and retail pharmacy operations.
• Knowledge of procurement processes, supplier management, and financial analysis.

Technical Skills:

• Advanced proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, BI software) for forecasting and performance analysis.
• Strong financial acumen for margin analysis, budgeting, and P&L management for the category.
• Proficiency in using inventory and ERP systems.

Soft Skills:

• Exceptional negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Strategic thinking and analytical problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Abilities:

• Ability to analyze complex data to make strategic decisions about product assortment and pricing.
• Ability to build and maintain strong, productive relationships with key suppliers.
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams (marketing, sales, supply chain) to execute category plans.

• Develop and execute the category strategy for a defined portfolio of pharmaceutical products (e.g., chronic care, OTC, wellness).

• Conduct thorough market analysis, monitor industry trends, and analyze customer data to identify assortment gaps and new product opportunities.

• Manage supplier relationships, including negotiation of terms, pricing, and contracts to achieve optimal cost of goods and favorable payment terms.

• Define and implement pricing strategies to remain competitive in the market while achieving margin targets.

• Plan and execute promotional campaigns and category-specific marketing initiatives to drive sales and customer acquisition.

• Collaborate with the inventory and supply chain teams to forecast demand and ensure optimal stock levels, minimizing out-of-stocks and excess inventory.

• Analyze category performance using key metrics (e.g., sales, margin, sell-through, inventory turnover) and present insights to senior management.

• Ensure all products within the category comply with relevant regulatory standards.

• Mobile bill,Performance bonus,Provident fund,Gratuity,Weekly 2 holidays
• Salary Review: Yearly
• Festival Bonus: 2