Career Opportunities at Aspen Pharma Group

Company Description

• We are a global specialty and branded pharmaceutical company, improving the health of patients across the world through our high quality and affordable medicines. Active at every stage of the value chain, we are uniquely diversified by geography, product and manufacturing capability.
• Aspen is a dynamic organisation built on entrepreneurial strength and forward-thinking minds. We attract high performing individuals who are passionate about their career and have a desire to exceed expectations. At Aspen, not only do we source for the best talent but we also provide a host of opportunities for continuous development.
• The Group’s key business segments are Manufacturing and Commercial Pharmaceuticals comprising Regional Brands and Sterile Focus Brands. We have approximately 9 100 employees at 69 established officesin over 50 countries and we improve the health of patients in more than 150 countries through our high quality, affordable medicines.
• Objective: To promote and generate sales on key product portfolios to pharmacies on both ethical and generic ranges. In addition to mentioned objective, the position will also be responsible for building and maintaining strong business relationships with pharmacy decision makers, in order to drive net sales revenue.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Achieve and exceed set sales targets and market share objectives.
• Effective implementation of sales and marketing strategies.
• Effective management of the regional territory by means of planning, territory analysis, customer targeting and call coverage of identified customer base.
• Establishment of positive relationships (mutual trust and respect) with customers and other stakeholders.
• Manage key customer sales and effective relationship management.
• Providing ongoing customer support.
• Add value to an entrepreneurial climate.
• Effective territory expense management and control.
• Active engagement with team members & piers in order to build an exciting and high-performance team and company culture.

Requirements
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Product knowledge on both Aspen and competitor products.
• Effective territory management.
• Knowledge of basic financial calculation i.e. Gross Margins, mark-ups.
• Analysing of Aspen in house data and external data sources.
• Strong ability to effectively communicate with both internal and external customers.
• Administration skills – ability to comply with the required administration standards associated with this position.
• Ability to work under pressure, to set priorities and to demonstrate time management skills.
• Creativity and flexibility – the ability to work in a changing environment and to adapt to different situations.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Matric qualification.
• Tertiary qualification would be advantageous.
• 1-2 years proven sales track record is essential.
• Previous basket experience/exposure would be an advantage.
• Valid driver’s license and own vehicle.
• Existing relationships with key customers in the territory would be advantageous.

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Company Description

We are a global specialty and branded pharmaceutical company, improving the health of patients across the world through our high quality and affordable medicines. Active at every stage of the value chain, we are uniquely diversified by geography, product and manufacturing capability.

Aspen is a dynamic organisation built on entrepreneurial strength and forward-thinking minds. We attract high performing individuals who are passionate about their career and have a desire to exceed expectations. At aspen, not only do we source for the best talent but we also provide a host of opportunities for continuous development.

The Group’s key business segments are Manufacturing and Commercial Pharmaceuticals comprising Regional Brands and Sterile Focus Brands. We have approximately 9 100 employees at 69 established offices in over 50 countries and we improve the health of patients in more than 150 countries through our high quality, affordable medicines.

OBJECTIVE: 

• The NPD graduate will be employed on a graduate programme to advance their skills in new product development and new product launches.
• The NPL graduate will go through a robust training process whilst being exposed to business development and new product launches under the supervision and guidance of the NPL Managers.
• This person would be exposed to the various aspects within NPL in order to gain insight on the collaborative work required within the division. The second level exposure would be to the Business in stages to align with the business support aspect of this role and understand where the role fits in within the organisation.

As a graduate you will be exposed to the following:

• Training will be provided on data models and systems used within the NPL division
• Basic market analysis- exposure to how the data models are used to review market data
• Basic business development – gain an understanding on how to review product lists to identify products for potential new business
• Basic project management- exposure to the coordination of new product launches
• Spending time with marketing- a week in each division, will be arranged with relevant head
• Meeting with External departments involved
• Assistance on work whilst learning
• Accompanying meetings

Requirements
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, such as Excel and PowerPoint
• Basic skills in effective communication verbally and in writing with diverse groups including business associates, technical associates.
• The ability to interact with colleagues.
• Critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Matric/ Grade 12
• Must have a completed relevant Degree in Health Science, Business Science, Commerce or related field of study