Director, Product Category Management - Pharmaceuticals
Core
Directing a complex pharmaceutical product category (Brands, Generics, Specialty) to drive sales, market share, and profitability through strategy, supplier management, and new product launches.
Role type
Director, Product Category Management
Builds
Pharmaceutical product portfolios and category strategies for Henry Schein's North America Distribution Group
Domain
Pharmaceuticals / Medical Distribution
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Strategic planning, P&L management, supplier negotiation, new product launch management, category analysis, team leadership, financial forecasting, business development
Preferred skills
Master's degree, experience in global markets, advanced data analytics
Technologies
A-system, ecommerce platforms, inventory management systems
Responsibilities
Develop product category strategy for brands, generics, and specialty drugs; negotiate buying deals and distribution agreements with manufacturer partners; manage new product submissions and supplier onboarding; optimize SKU mix and resolve non-saleable inventory; oversee channel marketing layouts and presentation; mentor product category managers and specialists.
Seniority
Director, strategic leadership & team management