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Objective:

To support the SA Commercial Business to realize the commercial strategy and to achieve the annual targeted growth and revenue through successful new product introductions and maintenance of current product portfolio in the South Africa and South African Development Community (SADC) region, by ensuring successful Marketing Authorisation and variation approval from the SAHPRA and Regulatory Authorities of the SADC member states within the committed timeframe.

The role undertakes responsibility for compliance with the Regulatory / Pharmacovigilance Requirements for the New Product Launch Pipeline and the existing product portfolio in the region, through the successful completion of assigned activities according to the South African and SADC Regulatory plan.

To provide support to the Pharmacovigilance Lead for the various Pharmacovigilance operations, in particular the medical and scientific functions with respect to safety evaluations of all Aspen products across Pharmacare and any other entity owned by Aspen, of the Aspen Group for which marketing authorizations are held. The role undertakes responsibility for coordinating and management of review and analysis of aggregate safety data concerning the Aspen Group product portfolio.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Accountabilities

• Delegated tasks from RA Manager or PV Lead on a defined and ad hoc basis with the flexibility of mind-set and time resource this entails. This will include representation at meetings when required.
• Functional reporting: Mentoring of the Pharmacovigilance Officers and Medical Writers.
• Review and advice regarding relevant local and global guidelines, policies, internal procedures and SOPs across Aspen Pharmacare.
• Maintain awareness of Pharmacovigilance regulatory requirements and developments.
• Manage outsourced data collection, organisation and preparation with vendors.
• Act as Subject Matter Expert (SME) in designated area (e.g. literature, signal management, aggregate reports, labelling etc.) responsible for oversight and coordination of tasks related to the area of expertise.
• Preparation of annual as well as ad-hoc and scheduled aggregate safety reports.
• Ensure Good Documentation Practice.
• Contribute to agreed PV Team quality and compliance targets.
• Serve in a leadership capacity for complex and strategically important Pharmacovigilance developmental programs.
• Direct interaction with Regulatory Authorities.

Financial

• Identification of project challenges to departmental line management and the financial impact thereof.
• Project management of contractual and financial aspects of all medical writing projects and the effective utilization of resources to keep processes cost effective.

Medical Writing Accountabilities

Work in collaboration with Medical Writers to write clinical documents for submission to regulatory authorities, including but not limited to:

• clinical overviews and summaries
• integrated summaries of safety and efficacy

Clinical Expert Statements

• Provide medical editing review of draft and final documents prepared by other team members before internal or external distribution. This includes both copy editing and content review.
• Ensure document content and style adheres to SAHPRA/FDA/EMA or other appropriate regulatory guidelines and complies with Aspen SOPs and style guidelines
• Perform literature searches/reviews as necessary to obtain background information and training for development of documents.

Safety

ICSR (Individual Case Safety Reports)

• Ensure all cases are processed, medical reviews completed, and cases submitted to Health Authorities as per the timelines specified in the guidelines.
• Ensure quality checks are performed on weekly, monthly, quarterly and bi-annual reconciliations with internal and external stakeholders.

Labelling

• Updating and reviewing Product Information in line with the Company Core Data Sheets, and other tasks as designated.

Aggregate Reporting

• Preparation of aggregate safety reports including but not limited to PSURs, PBRERs and Addendum Safety Reports.
• Preparation of Risk Management Systems including but not limited to Risk Management Plans and Risk Communication Plans.
• Risk Management System
• Request for Information (RFI) from Competent Regulatory Authority (CRA) and Safety Communication (Dear Healthcare Professional Letter (DHCPL))
• Manage safety related requests from regulatory agencies and Aspen Affiliates to ensure any requests are answered fully and promptly.

Literature Reviews

• Monitor local literature for designated products and identify safety issues/ ICSRs in a timely manner.
• Signal detection
• Coordinate and prepare appropriately for signal management meetings.
• Signal Management Activities including compilation of Signal Assessment Reports/ Case
• Series Reviews for potential signals.
• Safety Data Exchange Agreements (SDEAs)
• Creation and update of Safety Data Exchange Agreements (SDEAs).

Training

• Oversee training and mentoring of other Pharmacovigilance staff, and prepare training materials
• Lead initiatives to develop, implement and conduct appropriate training in all aspects of Pharmacovigilance Safety activities
• Maintain a high and up-to-date level of product and therapy area knowledge by attending
• Conferences, training courses, reading relevant medical and scientific literature

QMS

• Ensure systems and procedures are in place in accordance with the RA QMS and that these are maintained according to the relevant SOPs
• Creation and update of SOPs/WIs for all pharmacovigilance activities related to the job role in line with Pharmacovigilance regulations/guidelines (EU, ZA and other territories applicable), within specified/SOP timelines

General

• Adhere to agreed Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Support the continuous development and improvement of the PV function while upholding Aspen core values
• Effective management and utilization of resources to keep processes cost effective
• Collating data for ad hoc requests
• Adherence to Company Health & Safety procedures
• Participate in training programmes
• Any other duties as assigned by your Manager

Requirements

SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

• Results and performance driven – deliver results that meet or exceed expectations
• Integrity
• Work ethic
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Sense of urgency – responding to issues and opportunities in a timely manner
• Intellectual curiosity – willing to suggest and try new ideas
• Positive and pro-active approach to business tasks
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• A solutions provider
• Manage evolving deadlines effectively with regular feedback and updates
• Enthusiasm and Drive to take ownership and drive process initiatives
• Service orientation
• Customer focused
• Logical thinking
• Information seeking
• Positive ‘can – do’ attitude
• Be able to work autonomously and have good problem-solving skills
• Able to cope with evolving deadlines effectively with regular feedback and updates
• Honest and trustworthy
• Respectful and highly personable
• Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity
• Flexibility & confidentiality are key requirements for this role.

KNOWLEDGE

• Strong knowledge of regulatory and medical authorities in South Africa
• Strong understanding of regulations, ICH guidelines, and GCP
• Extensive medical writing and expertise in submission

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Matric
• Biological/life Sciences Degree or equivalent
• B. Pharm would be advantageous
• Documented experience in all aspects of pharmacovigilance
• 3-5 yrs. pharmaceutical experience with specific focus areas in PV/Drug Safety
• Experience working with safety databases
• Experience writing large safety reports e.g., DSURs, PADERs, PSURs, PBRERs,
• Experience in writing RMPs is desirable
• Experience working with MedDRA coding dictionary

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Description

Overview

Coordinate personnel CRR monitoring, including:

• Capturing, recording, trending and reporting of personnel CRR%
• Non batch related personnel MDD investigations as well as CRR excursions’ counselling and training
• Internal and external regulatory audits related to CRR excursions
• Monitoring Clean Room Behaviour of sterile core staff

Responsibilities :

• CRR program maintenance and monitoring
• Coordinate and review CRR data collection / capturing, analysis, tracking of CRR data. 
• Statistical breakdown of personnel sampling, MDDs and trends, Calculation of mean CRR.
• Evaluate and coordinate compliance reviews of all clean room personnel behaviour,  improvement actions to address CRR transgressions and personnel CRR trends.
• Evaluate and provide input to training modules to align and address latest trends identified.
• Capture and track Cleanroom access, media fill participation,  CRR refresher status, gowning qualification status and intervention participation status.
• Advise on mediafill role allocations and commercial batch participation based on CRR status.  
• Evaluate and action non batch related personnel MDDs.
• Publish CRR % status report and publish status on performance boards
• Optimise current CRR process
• CRR and MDD Counselling / Training / Investigations
• Provide input into and address Clean Room staff concerns and suggestions and implement preventative / corrective actions and continual improvement in response to personnel CRR excursions and MDDs
• Perform counselling / training with clean room staff involved at intervals prescribed by SOP.
• Discuss MDD contaminants and sources with MDD staff
• SOP and standard form training related to personnel MDD and CRR

Monitoring Clean Room Behaviour of Sterile Core Staff

• Video Footage review of MDD investigations, Gowning Assessments, Clean Room behaviour, Cleaning and EM sampling and give feedback to staff.
• Coach cleanroom staff regarding aseptic technique, behaviour and cleaning practices and techniques.

Other related support functions

• Internal / External quality audits of departments or external vendors that impact on personnel CRR% and or / MDDs
• Provide support during external GMP audits by regulatory and other bodies
• Initiate and complete SOP and standard form updates, CAPAs and Change Controls required to implement personnel system
• Assist QS with sterile support projects and process compliance

Requirements

Background/experience

• Degree or Diploma in Microbiology, with minimum of 10 years sterile manufacturing experience
• Experience in EM sampling in sterile manufacturing facility 
•  Experience in evaluating compliance of Clean Room Behaviour
• Experience in GMP regulated industry in a QA and auditing role

Specific job skills

• Strong working knowledge of clean room behaviour, cleaning technique, aseptic technique, EM sampling technique
• Strong problem solving skills identifying preventative and corrective actions required to reduce MDDs and CRRTraining and Communication skills
• Understanding of the pharmaceutical manufacturing and corrective action programs, pharmaceutical standards and compliance requirements

Competencies

• Implementing re-launched CRR system
• Offering Insights
• Taking Action
• Investigative skills
• Interrogating Information
• Information and data gathering

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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 job incumbent will facilitate implementation and coordination of the Aspen LMS (Learning Management System), providing quality-driven innovative online and blended online learning opportunities, in line with best practice in standards-based blended and online curriculum development and online teaching. They will design and develop instructional material, coordinates, writes and edits educational content for web-based training.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with the execution of the Aspen eLearning strategy and work with SME’s in developing content and program delivery methodology
• Maintain accurate user data in the company Learning Management System through the acquisition of monthly HR reports in excel format, and converting them into batch-upload files
• Update LMS user groups and data, by activating and deactivating users based on monthly termination, new-hire, and promotion reports
• Maintain and update LMS user accounts per standard user profile template, and maintain the Aspen LMS and source files
• Audit user data for accuracy and proactively corrects errors. Proactively alert management to issues or problems
• Designs, develops, and deploys instructional material, coordinates, writes and edits educational content for web-based training based on business needs
• Interacts with SMEs in planning and scoping requirements for course content
• Participates in beta deliveries of new courses
• Contributes to storyboarding, authoring, and development of e-learning content and blended learning solutions
• Participates in the needs assessment, design and development of product and role specific curriculum road maps and high-level designs
• Organize and obtain training procedure manuals, guides and course materials such as handouts and visual materials
• Present information using a variety of instructional techniques or formats, such as role playing, simulations, team exercises, group discussions, videos, or lectures
• Works closely with internal employees to implement and maintain web-based training.
• Provides reporting to management on web-based training progression and completion, student usage, and instructor-led training completions.
• Provides technical support for the organization or educational institution. Implements and evaluates instruction for adult learners.

Requirements

SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

• Interpersonal/collaboration skills
• Communication skills
• Time management skills
• Problem solving skills
• Information technology skills
• Active community participation
• Digitally savvy
• Good organizational and oral/written communication skills
• Strong skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships
• Ability to explain, demonstrate, facilitate and model the essential functions of the job to ensure quality program service
• Ability to think “outside the box” and to manage change in a positive and inclusive manner
• Work effectively with various departments and stakeholders

KNOWLEDGE

• E-Learning, training, and content management
• Training and development experience preferential
• Pharmaceutical industry knowledge an advantage

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Matric/Grade 12
• Degree in training, education, course facilitation or related web and content management
• Experience in lieu of educational requirement will be considered
• Minimum of 3 - 5 years’ experience in the administration of eLearning Management Systems
• Two or more years solid experience in a functional training role with emphasis on technology and business process training development and design.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint…), particularly as used in the development of instructional content.
• Familiarity with eLearning design software products (Storyline Articulate, Captivate, etc)
• Experience working with e-learning and blended learning programs, web-based training development, and asynchronous learning content.
• Effective time management skills
• Ability to multi-task with concurrent projects
• Tailors communication effectively to work with diverse populations at all levels internal and external to the organization, verbally and in writing
• Works effectively in team environments
• Flexible and adaptable in changing, fast paced environments
• Ability to develop high level of expertise in the administration of Learning Management systems
• Highly self-motivated and self-managed; ability to work independently and as part of a team with minimal coaching or supervision.
• Ability to organize and work under strict time and production deadlines, while producing quality deliverables.

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Description

Overview

Support the Master Production Scheduler with the development, planning and execution of the master production schedule. Assist with adjusting backlogs. Provide production with manufacturing plans, aligned with master production schedule, acting as production facility liaison.

Responsibilities

Operations scheduling

• Support in short-term planning in daily buckets, rolling 3 to 4 weeks, ensuring smooth work centre loading, accurate dates and production feasibility
• Monitor production carry-overs and report on risks
• Assist Master Production Scheduler with adjusting for backlogs; reschedule to reflect realistic delivery dates 
• Advise the Master Production Scheduler of scheduling conflicts 
• Print and release production orders according to plan
• Ensure material availability
• Prioritise Lab testing, release of raw materials and packaging component
• Perform root cause analysis for late production orders

Procurement liaison

• Communicate material shortages with Buyers
• Confirm delivery dates with Buyers and expedites purchase orders
• Discuss material shortages, quality and specification issues with Buyers

Production liaison

• Meet with production department to discuss plan and ensure production execution to plan 
• Attend meetings as required with Lab and Production to support multi – functional teams 
• Amend production order delivery dates to reflect realistic delivery dates 

Requirements

Background/experience

• 2year Diploma in Logistics or a related field
• At least 4 years’ relevant experience
• Experience in a production planning environment

Specific job skills

• Computer literacy, including proficiency in the use of MS Excel and MS Word

Competencies

• Information Gathering
• Taking Action
• Planning and Organising
• Capturing Facts

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Description

Overview

To perform pharmaceutical tasks within the Vendor Management sub-department of the QA department. This entails management of vendors, Technical Agreements and associated functions as per GxP and company Standard Operating Procedures.

Responsibilities

General Operational Activities

• Execute daily tasks and work instructions according to the relevant SOP's.
• Operate computer systems by capturing data, printing standard reports, etc.
• Perform reconciliations of data
• Update and maintain databases
• Generate reports as per instruction
• Verify and interpret the accuracy of data and audit documentation
• Ensure that all relevant documentation gains the necessary signatures for completion
• Maintain accurate filing and retrieval of documentation
• Perform any other administrative tasks relating to your work as and when required.

Management of Vendor Audits

• Manage vendor audit schedules
• Conduct vendor audits
• Compile Audit Reports
• Document Audits on Trackwise system
• Ensure appropriate CAPAs from audit findings are tracked and followed through to completion.
• Perform Desktop Audits, when required as per SOP.
• Ensure risk assessment of all vendors is conducted and audits are planned according to this risk categorization.
• Periodically request information from vendors regarding recent regulatory inspections of their company, review this information and determine risk (if any) to the service provided to Aspen and its product.

Management of Technical Agreements, manufacturing licences and GMP certificates

• Draw up Technical Agreements (TA’s) with new vendors/affiliates to ensure that all the quality requirements of both parties are stipulated and both agree to comply with it.
• Ensure active TA’s are being reviewed and updated according to their review dates.
• Perform a gap analysis to determine vendors who do not have TA’s in place and formulate a plan to close the gap.
• Compile and maintain a database of all vendors for Pharmacare Ltd containing all the relevant information to assist in audits and Technical Agreement (TA) management.
• Ensure that the TA SOP, template and associated documents are current, effective on DocCompliance and being reviewed when required.
• Compile TA declaration for RA department for new submission and amendments.
• Management of Manufacturing licenses and GMP certificates of all Aspen Pharmacare vendors.

Reporting and Quality Systems

• Compiling Monthly Departmental Report
• Providing vendor management information for QSMR reports.
• Compiling AD-hoc reports as required
• Compiling and reviewing of SOP’s and related standard forms related to work function.
• Completing of Change control action items related to vendor management.

Management of Distribution Quality and Customer Relationship

• Managing the quality relationship between Aspen and distributors and providing guidance on QA matters and decisions.
• Managing short-dated stock release process
• Managing of the co-marketing arrangements with distributors, e.g. GSK products.
• Managing of Blocked stock notifications.

Continuous Improvement

• Identifying gaps within the current process and investigating and proposing ways to close the gaps.
• Identifying ways to streamline the processes, resulting in greater efficiency and productivity.
• Ensuring the necessary information and statistics generated by the department is accurate and easily retrievable.

Health, Safety and Environmental Standard

• Carry out any duty or requirement imposed on the company by the OHS Act and in accordance with your specific SHE appointment
• Report any unsafe or unhealthy situations to SHE representative or Line Manager
• Report any incident to the SHE representative or Line Manager which may affect your health or cause injury.

Requirements

Background/experience

• Matric/Grade 12
• Bachelor in Pharmacy
• Registration with South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC)

Specific job skills

• Computer literacy, including proficiency in the use of MS Excel and MS Word

Sound knowledge of GxP; Good Manufacturing Practice, Good Distribution and Wholesale Practice, Good Documentation Practices, etc.

Competencies

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Professional presentation
• Time Management
• Ability to multi task and strong proven follow-up skills is a requirement
• Planning and organizing skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good negotiation skills
• Good decision making skills

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Description

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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Description

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. 

The job applicant acknowledges, agrees, accepts, and understands that the Company (Pharmacare Limited t/a Aspen Pharmacare),  has a mandatory Covid-19 Vaccination Policy and Plan which, inter alia, provides for mandatory vaccination for all employees at SA Commercial. Mandatory Covid-19 vaccination applies to this job vacancy. As such, in applying for and if applicable accepting an offer of employment for this job role,  the applicant warrants that s/he is fully vaccinated, and that his/her vaccination status is valid and up to date. The Job applicant’s electronic vaccination certificate, as issued by the NDOH, must be provided if the job application results in an offer and subsequent acceptance of this offer of employment. The applicant acknowledges, further, that there is no particular reason that he/she would refuse any future booster or vaccination requirements that may/should be recommended by the South African health authorities.

Aspen is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and suitably qualified job applicants are invited to submit their CV online on or before the 06 December 2022. Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups through a fair recruitment and selection process in accordance with laws governing employment equity, where such laws are applicable to the Aspen entity that will employ the successful candidate.

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Description

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: 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.

The job applicant acknowledges, agrees, accepts, and understands that the Company (Pharmacare Limited t/a Aspen Pharmacare),  has a mandatory Covid-19 Vaccination Policy and Plan which, inter alia, provides for mandatory vaccination for all employees at SA Commercial. Mandatory Covid-19 vaccination applies to this job vacancy. As such, in applying for and if applicable accepting an offer of employment for this job role,  the applicant warrants that s/he is fully vaccinated, and that his/her vaccination status is valid and up to date. The Job applicant’s electronic vaccination certificate, as issued by the NDOH, must be provided if the job application results in an offer and subsequent acceptance of this offer of employment. The applicant acknowledges, further, that there is no particular reason that he/she would refuse any future booster or vaccination requirements that may/should be recommended by the South African health authorities.

Aspen is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and suitably qualified job applicants are invited to submit their CV online on or before the 06 December 2022. Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups through a fair recruitment and selection process in accordance with laws governing employment equity, where such laws are applicable to the Aspen entity that will employ the successful candidate.

If you have not heard from the HR department within 30 days of this advert closing, please consider your application unsuccessful. 

Internal Applications must be completed using an Aspen mailing address, after applicants have informed their direct line managers of their application.