Senior Strategy Manager

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals · India

The role holder will be responsible to formulate and drive the implementation of the overall business strategy at the Corporate level through detailed, fact-based analysis of internal data and external market trends. The incumbent will execute high level strategic initiatives across geographies, portfolio analysis, analysis of specialty/innovative pipeline, evaluation of new product ideas/in-licensing ideas, undertake M&A evaluations and market entry assessment exercises, develop long range business plans, undertake analysis of operational and financial data to identify opportunities for improving the organization’s top and bottom line.

Overall Job Responsibilities:

Develop detailed long range plan & organization wide framework to assist strategic decision making across key businesses & functions including the global markets, Operations, Supply Chain and R&D

 Provide domain expertise to both internal and external stakeholders and further enhance Glenmark’s innovation and specialty pipeline

 Undertake scenario analysis to define the most optimal plan for the firm and regularly update the model based on progress of key projects and market trends

 Evaluate and drive various acquisition and divestment opportunities from strategic and financial perspective, monitor and report on key performance indicators to ensure the organization’s diversification strategy

 Support business development efforts by supporting due-diligence activities for potential in/out-licensing opportunities

 Evaluate ongoing market trends and perform thorough research to identify key changes required in business plans & priorities for market expansion and new market entry opportunities

 Develop and manage budgets, forecasts and financial models to support strategic planning and decision-making

Professional Experience:

 Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in corporate strategy, business development, or management consulting, with a focus on the pharmaceutical industry

 In-depth knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry, including market trends, regulatory requirements, and competitive landscape

 Knowledge of drug development pathways, new chemical/biological entities, US market regulations

 Strong analytical skills, with the ability to analyze complex data and develop actionable insights

 Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with a variety of stakeholders

Education Qualification:

MBBS Mandatory + MBA from top-tier B-school

Knowledge and Skills (Functional / Technical):

 Relevant experience in the Pharmaceutical/Consulting/Life Sciences industry

 Strong analytical capability

 Self-starter and ability to work independently as well as with a team

 Good communication & interpersonal skills