General Manager (Pharmaceutical)
2026-06-16T14:25:01+00:00
Accurex Leadership and Management Consultants Ltd
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https://www.accurex.co.ke/
FULL_TIME
Nairobi
Nairobi
00100
Kenya
Consulting
Management, Business Operations, Healthcare, Sales & Retail, Advertising & Marketing
2026-08-03T17:00:00+00:00
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Accurex Consultants, being founded in 1998, is a Management Consulting center with a highly qualified team of dedicated management & human resource experts. We are the one stop Centre for all of your management and Human Resource needs.
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General Manager (Pharmaceutical), Management
Job Type
Full Time
Qualification
BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA
Experience
10 - 15 years
Location
Nairobi
Job Field
Pharmaceutical , Project and Program Management
Job Role
The General Manager – Pharmaceutical is responsible for providing strategic leadership and operational oversight of the pharmaceutical business. The role drives revenue growth, regulatory compliance, operational excellence, market expansion, and profitability while ensuring the highest standards of quality, safety, and ethical business practices.
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
- Lead and grow the pharmaceutical business.
- Ensure compliance with all pharmaceutical regulations and quality standards.
- Drive sales growth and market penetration.
- Build strong relationships with suppliers, healthcare providers, regulators, and stakeholders.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Leadership
- Develop and execute business strategies for sustainable growth.
- Identify new business opportunities and market expansion initiatives.
- Monitor industry trends and competitive activities.
- Drive innovation and continuous improvement initiatives.
Commercial & Business Development
- Lead sales and marketing teams to achieve revenue targets.
- Develop partnerships with hospitals, pharmacies, distributors, and healthcare institutions.
- Manage key supplier and manufacturer relationships.
- Expand product portfolio and market reach.
Operations & Regulatory Compliance
- Ensure compliance with pharmaceutical regulations and industry standards.
- Oversee procurement, warehousing, distribution, and inventory management.
- Monitor quality assurance and quality control processes.
- Liaise with regulatory authorities and industry stakeholders.
Financial Management
- Develop and manage annual budgets and forecasts.
- Monitor profitability, costs, and financial performance.
- Ensure efficient utilization of company resources.
- Drive cost optimization and operational efficiency.
Leadership & Team Management
- Lead and develop departmental managers and teams.
- Establish performance objectives and KPIs.
- Promote a culture of integrity, accountability, and excellence.
- Support talent development and succession planning.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Business Administration, or related field.
- MBA or Master's Degree is highly preferred.
- Minimum 10–15 years' experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
- Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical regulations, supply chain management, and commercial operations.
- Demonstrated success in driving business growth and profitability.
COMPETENCIES
- Pharmaceutical industry expertise
- Regulatory compliance and quality management
- Sales and business development
- Supply chain and inventory management
- Financial management and budgeting
Candidates of Asian origin with substantial experience in pharmaceutical distribution, manufacturing, or commercial operations are highly encouraged to apply.
- Develop and execute business strategies for sustainable growth.
- Identify new business opportunities and market expansion initiatives.
- Monitor industry trends and competitive activities.
- Drive innovation and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Lead sales and marketing teams to achieve revenue targets.
- Develop partnerships with hospitals, pharmacies, distributors, and healthcare institutions.
- Manage key supplier and manufacturer relationships.
- Expand product portfolio and market reach.
- Ensure compliance with pharmaceutical regulations and industry standards.
- Oversee procurement, warehousing, distribution, and inventory management.
- Monitor quality assurance and quality control processes.
- Liaise with regulatory authorities and industry stakeholders.
- Develop and manage annual budgets and forecasts.
- Monitor profitability, costs, and financial performance.
- Ensure efficient utilization of company resources.
- Drive cost optimization and operational efficiency.
- Lead and develop departmental managers and teams.
- Establish performance objectives and KPIs.
- Promote a culture of integrity, accountability, and excellence.
- Support talent development and succession planning.
- Pharmaceutical industry expertise
- Regulatory compliance and quality management
- Sales and business development
- Supply chain and inventory management
- Financial management and budgeting
- Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Business Administration, or related field.
- MBA or Master's Degree is highly preferred.
- Minimum 10–15 years' experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
- Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical regulations, supply chain management, and commercial operations.
- Demonstrated success in driving business growth and profitability.
JOB-6a315cbd18034
Vacancy title:
General Manager (Pharmaceutical)
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Consulting, Category: Management, Business Operations, Healthcare, Sales & Retail, Advertising & Marketing]
Jobs at:
Accurex Leadership and Management Consultants Ltd
Deadline of this Job:
Monday, August 3 2026
Duty Station:
Nairobi | Nairobi
Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, June 16 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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Accurex Consultants, being founded in 1998, is a Management Consulting center with a highly qualified team of dedicated management & human resource experts. We are the one stop Centre for all of your management and Human Resource needs.
Read more about this company
General Manager (Pharmaceutical), Management
Job Type
Full Time
Qualification
BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA
Experience
10 - 15 years
Location
Nairobi
Job Field
Pharmaceutical , Project and Program Management
Job Role
The General Manager – Pharmaceutical is responsible for providing strategic leadership and operational oversight of the pharmaceutical business. The role drives revenue growth, regulatory compliance, operational excellence, market expansion, and profitability while ensuring the highest standards of quality, safety, and ethical business practices.
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
- Lead and grow the pharmaceutical business.
- Ensure compliance with all pharmaceutical regulations and quality standards.
- Drive sales growth and market penetration.
- Build strong relationships with suppliers, healthcare providers, regulators, and stakeholders.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Leadership
- Develop and execute business strategies for sustainable growth.
- Identify new business opportunities and market expansion initiatives.
- Monitor industry trends and competitive activities.
- Drive innovation and continuous improvement initiatives.
Commercial & Business Development
- Lead sales and marketing teams to achieve revenue targets.
- Develop partnerships with hospitals, pharmacies, distributors, and healthcare institutions.
- Manage key supplier and manufacturer relationships.
- Expand product portfolio and market reach.
Operations & Regulatory Compliance
- Ensure compliance with pharmaceutical regulations and industry standards.
- Oversee procurement, warehousing, distribution, and inventory management.
- Monitor quality assurance and quality control processes.
- Liaise with regulatory authorities and industry stakeholders.
Financial Management
- Develop and manage annual budgets and forecasts.
- Monitor profitability, costs, and financial performance.
- Ensure efficient utilization of company resources.
- Drive cost optimization and operational efficiency.
Leadership & Team Management
- Lead and develop departmental managers and teams.
- Establish performance objectives and KPIs.
- Promote a culture of integrity, accountability, and excellence.
- Support talent development and succession planning.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Business Administration, or related field.
- MBA or Master's Degree is highly preferred.
- Minimum 10–15 years' experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
- Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical regulations, supply chain management, and commercial operations.
- Demonstrated success in driving business growth and profitability.
COMPETENCIES
- Pharmaceutical industry expertise
- Regulatory compliance and quality management
- Sales and business development
- Supply chain and inventory management
- Financial management and budgeting
Candidates of Asian origin with substantial experience in pharmaceutical distribution, manufacturing, or commercial operations are highly encouraged to apply.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 12
Level of Education: postgraduate degree
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