Overview

The General Manager is responsible for the overall leadership and strategic direction of the pharmaceutical distribution company. This role encompasses a wide range of responsibilities, including business strategy development, operational efficiency, financial performance, sales growth, and compliance with industry regulations. The ideal candidate will possess a strong track record in the pharmaceutical industry, exceptional leadership skills, and a deep understanding of the distribution landscape.

Lead and champion a team of 250 dedicated employees( and growing) in delivering outstanding results.
Execute strategies for expansion into new locations, while scaling existing operations.
Spearhead the launch of new product categories, new channels, driving innovation and market leadership.
Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement across the organization.

What We’re Looking For:

1. Strategic thinker. GM has the mental acuity to learn, anticipate, and solve problems quickly. GM understands business terms and can retain and recall information that aids in decision-making. GM questions the status quo and analyze facts deeply.

2. Strong communicator. GM has a broad vocabulary, understands own emotions to empathize and connect with others, yet is assertive with making decisions and controlling situations.

3. Process-oriented. GM is organized, flexible, and has a strong perception of numbers and symbols that is crucial in understanding and managing business procedures. GM should have a mechanical interest in knowing how processes, technologies, and methodologies work.

4. People-oriented. GM has the assertiveness and mental toughness to withstand criticism while showing empathy and guiding people and teams in the right direction.

5. Organized. GM excels at planning and organizing. GM adapts well to change and highly motivated to drive organizational growth.

6. Coach. GM encourages every employee to work toward maximum potential. Like the coach of a sports team, one motivates the team, communicates well, and is flexible enough to adapt to coaching styles to different individuals and situations.

Qualifications:

You’ve got to Get It, Want It, and have the Capacity to take the reins.

Proven track record in senior leadership roles (with experience in sales and operations) within the pharmaceutical industry, FMCG industry, distribution industry.
Strong business acumen with a history of driving growth and achieving ambitious targets.
Strategic thinker with hands-on experience in market expansion, product diversification, new channels.
Exceptional leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and manage cross-functional teams.

If you're a leader looking to make a lasting and huge impact in a fast-growing company, I’d love to connect. Let’s shape the future of healthcare together!

Additional Requirements

In-depth knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry, including regulations, market trends, and competitive landscape.
Strong understanding of supply chain management principles and best practices.
Proficiency in using ERP and other relevant software systems.
Ability to travel as needed.

How to Apply:

Please email your application based on the instructions below.

Step 1: Attach your resume to an email in PDF form. Do not attach a cover letter or any other documents.

Step 2: In the subject line enter: “Applicant – Gen Manager_(Enter Your Full Name Here)”

Step 3: Answer the following 7 questions below in the body of your email to your best ability. If you have the right skill sets for the job, it should take no longer than 10-20 minutes. Applicants that don’t answer the questions completely will have a lower priority on the applicant list. Try your best!

Question 1:

Why do you think this position may be a good fit for you? And why do you think having this position will add enjoyment to your life? (100 words or less).

Question 2:

Can you describe a specific project or initiative where you were instrumental in significantly scaling or transforming a company from (X State) to a new level? Please quantify the growth achieved and explain your contribution to the success

Question 3:

Tell me the story of your life and the decisions you've made along the way, and why?

Question 4:

Tell me some of the most difficult problems you've worked on and how you solve them.

Question 5:

How did you measure the success of your efforts, and what were the key performance indicators (KPIs) you used?

Question 6: SITUATIONAL

Your company is a mid-sized regional player in the Pharma sector. Despite a solid market position, the board of directors has identified a need to significantly expand the company's operations and reach new markets. You have been tasked with developing a strategic plan to achieve this goal.

Question 7:

How would you approach this expansion initiative? What key strategies would you implement, and what challenges do you anticipate? Please provide specific examples of how you would measure success and ensure that the company's core values and culture are maintained throughout this growth phase.

Step 4: Do not include any other information in the body of the email. Please send this email to

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