Country Manager

Job Description

Location: Colombo, Sri Lanka
Industry: Pharmaceutical
Position Type: Full-Time

About Us:
We are a leading pharmaceutical company seeking an experienced and dynamic Country Manager to join our team in Colombo. This role is pivotal in driving sales, managing operations, and ensuring compliance with local regulatory requirements.

Job Description:
As a Country Manager, you will be responsible for leading efforts to achieve sales targets, managing the local sales team, building strong relationships with distributors and customers, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Achieve Sales Targets: Lead efforts to meet primary, secondary, and RD sales goals through strategic planning and performance monitoring.
• Manage Sales Team: Oversee the local sales team, ensuring effective execution of marketing strategies and high performance.
• Build Relationships: Develop strong relationships with distributors and customers to drive long-term business growth.
• Ensure Compliance: Ensure timely product registration and compliance with local regulatory requirements.
• Monitor Market Trends: Analyze market dynamics and provide insights to the Head Office for informed decision-making.
• Manage Promotional Expenses: Oversee promotional budgets, ensuring effective fund allocation and ROI on initiatives.
• Coordinate with Head Office: Liaise with the Head Office for support in logistics, finance, and regulatory matters.
• Explore New Opportunities: Identify and pursue new business opportunities, including tenders, product channels, and strategic partnerships.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Pharmacy, or Management is required.
• 12-15 years of relevant experience in the pharmaceutical industry, demonstrating expertise in sales, management, and market operations.
• Proven ability to lead, manage, and inspire teams to meet organizational goals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong interpersonal abilities to build relationships at all levels.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace tools.
• Deep understanding of local regulatory requirements and compliance standards in the pharmaceutical industry.

How to Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV to jobs@smartquestconsult.com.

Contact Information:
Phone: 070 320 5794 / 074 170 3959
Website: www.smartquestconsult.com

Join our team and play a key role in driving the success of our pharmaceutical operations in Sri Lanka!

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.