Established Portfolio Business Manager, Gulf
Core
Co-develops integrated portfolio plans and drives execution for AstraZeneca's established pharmaceutical brands across the Gulf region, acting as the day-to-day business contact for distribution partners.
Role type
Senior IC portfolio business manager (pharmaceuticals)
Builds
Integrated portfolio plans, business cases, and operational rhythms for multi-brand franchises
Domain
Pharmaceuticals / Life Sciences / Commercial Distribution
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Portfolio planning, strategic execution, financial acumen, forecasting, partner governance, regulatory affairs, pricing governance, cross-functional influence
Preferred skills
Experience with distributors/outsourced partners, portfolio expansion, lifecycle planning
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Co-develop integrated portfolio plans with Franchise Heads; drive monthly operating rhythm and quarterly business reviews; monitor partner performance against targets; coordinate supply chain inputs and inventory oversight; manage partner compliance and contract obligations; prepare business cases for expansion and pricing actions.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC