Head of Marketing & Regulatory Affairs - Johannesburg Verfied

Salary Negotiable Johannesburg, Gauteng Johannesburg, Gauteng more than 14 days ago 06-09-2019 6:13:16 AM
01-11-2019 6:13:16 AM
POSITION: Head of Marketing & Regulatory Affairs
REPORTS TO: Managing Director
GRADE: E-LOWER

JOB OBJECTIVE
The ideal candidate will serve as the lead Marketing Executive/Regulatory Pharmacist.
The incumbent will manage all marketing & regulatory functions including planning, research, advertising, communications and public relations in line with company objectives.

Responsibilities
? Develop, Implement, Execute and measure marketing programs effectiveness and KPIs to drive continuous improvement in strategy and output
? Propose, implement and manage the new product development innovation pipeline and ensure regulatory compliance; this includes product management throughout the lifecycle of the product
? Manage an effective and timeous communication strategy internally and externally using various media opportunities and social media
? Training Management; Manage an effective training and development strategy for field leaders as well as product information; building stories and in line with the regulatory environment
? Working with representatives in field periodically to ensure proficiency in both product knowledge and the accompanying sales messages
? Manage and promote the Corporate Identity policy and culture
? Manage an excellent customer service strategy in line with Company customer promise
? Develop, manage and execute a 3-5 year relevant marketing strategy in line with company demographic targets that will drive consistent growth and customer satisfaction
? Effective management of the CAPE process to ensure customer satisfaction, distributor excitement, improved activity and productivity levels and matrix growth
? Campaign and promotional execution
? Ensure planning accuracy and appropriate inventory levels. Provide production planning with the most accurate unit forecast of sales demand in order to facilitate the maintenance of appropriate inventory levels to meet company service level requirements as well as budget and forecast information on a unit basis to determine overall gross profit
? Develop and maintain SLA’s with all manufacturers and suppliers in conjunction with Finance
? Understand the regulatory environment and ensure we operate accordingly
? Manage dossier registrations for countries in which the company operates.
? Maintain registration documentation ensuring compliance with relevant legislation.
? Provision of technical information and registration support to all relevant departments.
? Review and approval of new and amended documentation
? Organize department meetings, conduct personnel reviews, and attend managerial meetings
? Review and recommend all promotional material.
? Develop and oversee electronic and printed marketing material.
? Identify branding / marketing opportunities and manage social media communication strategy
? Oversee expenses and resources including relationships with external vendors and advertising and media firms
? Propose and manage the department budget

Qualifications
? Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Marketing
? Master of business administration degree
? BPharm

Experience
? 5-10 years’ experience in marketing management / generalist
? 3-5 years’ experience on Product Management (within generic companies) with successful track record.
? 3-5 years’ experience in Regulatory Affairs
? Excellent written and verbal communication skills
? Excellent multitasking and project management skills

Seniority Level
• Executive
Industry
• Health, Wellness and Fitness Retail

Employment Type
• Full-time

ATTITUDE/BEHAVIOURS
? Lead by example and manage by objectives
? Team player
? Assertive
? High level of integrity, independence and cooperation
? Positive attitude, Energy, Entrepreneurial spirit
? Driven for Success


Closing date will be the 20th of September 2019.

Should you not be contacted within one week of your application being submitted, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Recruiter: Laz Badirwane