Associate Manager/Manager - Marketing

• About Shalina Healthcare:

We are one of the largest, privately owned pharmaceutical businesses across Africa (Global Head Quarters- Dubai, UAE) with recent forays across multiple, new lines of businesses including Diagnostics and Consumer Healthcare.

Over the last 40 years, operating across multiple geographies, we have made it our mission to provide quality medicines to those who need it the most. We manufacture and distribute branded prescription and over-the-counter pharmaceutical and consumer products, across a broad range of therapeutic groups, including anti-malarial, antibiotics, anti-inflammatory, respiratory, gastrointestinal, nutrition, oral care, dermatology, sexual well-being, and antiseptic liquids & soaps. Leading brands, great teams and a focus on influencing the well-being of people have made Shalina a household name in Africa.

We have a track record few can match, and our brands are among the most trusted in Africa. We are proud of our history and have big ambitions for the future. Our vision for 2030 is to be the health champion of Sub-Saharan Africa. To achieve this, we are looking for the right people to join us and create a lasting impact not just within our company but on the communities that we serve; people who identify with our Core Values and are as passionate about our Mission as we are.

Role:

Base location:

What you become a part of:

The successful candidate will be responsible for driving the execution of regional marketing strategy, brand positioning and promotional plans for DRC South, working closely with the field sales force and cross-functional teams to strengthen brand performance, improve execution and contribute to market share and revenue growth.

This is a hands-on, field-oriented role requiring strong understanding of the local market, customers, competitors and commercial realities, with the ability to translate market insights into practical marketing and sales actions.

What to expect:

1. Regional Marketing & Brand Execution

• Execute regional marketing, brand and promotional plans in line with business objectives.
• Monitor campaign effectiveness through regular field visits and recommend improvements based on market, competitor and customer insights.
• Support pricing, promotional mix and brand positioning decisions in collaboration with Sales and other stakeholders.

2. Market Intelligence & Performance

• Gather market intelligence on competitors, pricing, promotions, new launches and customer needs.
• Analyse primary/secondary sales and regional business performance, providing actionable insights through monthly dashboards.
• Identify opportunities, risks and corrective actions to improve regional performance.

3. Field Force & Customer Engagement

• Work closely with the field sales force and KAMs to strengthen execution and support key customer and institutional opportunities.
• Engage KOLs, key customers and field teams to gather market feedback and assess promotional effectiveness.
• Conduct product/scientific training programs to strengthen field-force capability.

4. Business & Cross-Functional Support

• Develop liquidation plans for excess and short-expiry stock and align marketing actions with product availability.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Regulatory and other functions to address market requirements and support business continuity.

Essential qualifications, experience & skills:

• Bachelors degree in Pharmacy/ Life Sciences or a related discipline; Masters degree in Marketing or Business Management preferred.
• 58 years of progressive experience in driving regional marketing strategy within a multi-country, matrix pharmaceutical company.
• Experience in driving marketing execution and commercial performance across multiple markets or regions, preferably within a matrix organization.
• Strong understanding of pharmaceutical marketing, field-force engagement, customer dynamics and market intelligence.
• Experience working closely with Sales and cross-functional teams to translate marketing strategy into market-level execution.
• Strong analytical, communication, stakeholder management and decision-making skills.
• High level of independence, resilience and ownership, with the ability to operate effectively in a dynamic market environment.
• Prior experience in Africa or other frontier/emerging markets will be a strong advantage.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a fast-growing, mission-led organization transforming healthcare access in Africa.
• Work alongside passionate teams with deep expertise and purpose.
• Gain exposure to cross-cultural operations, strategic growth projects and innovation opportunities.

Application:

If this role is of interest to you, please upload a recent copy of your CV and a member of the Talent Acquisition team will be in touch. We believe that equal opportunities mean inclusion, diversity and fair treatment for all.