Talented Manager with expert team leadership, planning and organizational skills built during successful career. Smoothly equip employees to independently handle daily functions and meet customer needs. Diligent trainer and mentor with exceptional management abilities and results-driven approach.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
MA, HCAI & PE Manager- SSA
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals
02.2021 - Current
Expand access opportunities in market using economic tools and payor value proposition in order to differentiate BI Products from competitors
Shaping healthcare policies-practices and regulations for our current and future product portfolio.
Development of short-term and long-term strategies, as well as tactical plans to increase the availability of the company's products in the public sector.
Identification of the decision making process for all possible reimbursement segments.
Broaden access by addressing currents barriers and development of new trade channels
Stakeholders mapping and analysis of their need with a view of establishing good relationship and build lasting partnership
Supporting SSA in adapting and implementing IMETA healthcare affairs strategic
Development of algorithms, value propositions and evidence needed for the implementation of the Market Access strategy.
Developing partnership to co-create healthcare solutions benefiting the patients
Shape the public health environment to improve both low funding and inefficient HTA process by increasing awareness of those issues amongst key stakeholders
Building the healthcare providers capabilities beyond the traditional HCP to improve patient experience.
Building patient capabilities in the NCD space to improve their advocacy and share of voice.
Detailed oriented contract manager with skills in developing contract strategies to in alignment with the business objective and in collaboration with the cross-functional teams
Work in close collaboration with marketing, sales and medical teams to optimize business outcome and support reimbursement processes.
Business Head-Kenya
Mundipharma
06.2017 - 03.2020
Prepared reports that interprets market trends, opportunities and conditions in order bringing fresh innovation and a modern approach to Mundipharma business
Recruiting, coaching and development of talent amongst team members in order to improve performance
Pharmacovigilance team training and ADR (Adverse Drug Reporting) training
Developing annual marketing business plans with clear goals and measurable objectives for revenue diversification and growth
Increase revenue from existing account and close new business
Identifying new markets / business opportunities and creating a funnel of potential projects across various product lines
Overseeing of marketing budget and monitoring of P&L in line with META strategy for SSA
Business Development Manager and Market Access
Takeda Pharmaceuticals
01.2013 - 06.2017
Build alliances and expand networks with key stakeholders with government and other organizations to build Takeda equity and credibility
Conducting payer research as needed to address specific access issues for product
Collaborating with partners to enhance local cancer management capacity, increase access to treatment, and address access barriers for other chronic diseases such as diabetes and hypertension
Launching of Takeda business in Kenya through innovative product and market development strategies, market research with an objective of making the company among the leading pharmaceuticals company in Kenya
Setting Targets and Goals for sales and management teams
Ensure compliance requirement with Takeda policies and procedures, are met and robust governance structures are in place to manage compliance
Developing business plans and preparation of annual budgets
Leading and inspiring a marketing team to deliver against the set KPI's and growth targets
Recruitment, management and motivation of the sales and marketing team to achieve the set targets
Notable Credits:
Successfully launched Takeda Pharma in the Kenyan Market in the year 2013 by re- structuring the team and aligning the product portfolio to suit market needs
Transformed assigned principle from start-up businesses into profitable businesses with stable sales of above USD
550,000 in just four years of the business launch
Consistently achieving a business growth rate; 29% in 2016 while maintaining desired profitability
Created a stable team of effective sales people through creative training and motivational exercises in the sales team
Effectively implemented a talent management program for the team members.
Senior Area Manager
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals
06.2010 - 12.2012
Boosted team performance by implementing effective communication and collaboration strategies.
Developed and executed strategic plans to achieve regional sales targets consistently.
Established strong relationships with key clients, driving customer satisfaction, and retention.
Managing business operations in the assigned markets
Developing strategies to ensure profitability in each market
Leading of cross functional team to drive alignment and provide the environment for excellent execution
To lead and inspire the marketing/ sales team to deliver against the KPIs and growth targets
Notable Credits:
Achieved sales objectives of above 100% by maintaining the business turn-over of USD 250,000/=
Achieved growth in the sales of western Kenya 25% in two consecutive financial years
Created a stable team of effective sales people through creative training and motivational exercises in the sales team
Training, sales, marketing and receivables management
Successfully launched Glenmark oncology division in Kenya generating to-the-market sales of US$0.5 Million in the 1st year of launch.
2nd Line Sales Manager
Wockhardt Pharmaceutical
04.2008 - 05.2010
Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.
Built long-lasting client relationships through excellent customer service and consistent followups.
Led a successful sales team by providing motivational coaching and performance-based incentives.
Streamlined sales processes for improved efficiency, resulting in business growth and expanded opportunities.
2nd Line Sales Manager
Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd
01.2004 - 03.2008
Developed and implemented sales strategy that resulted in a 25% increase in market share and a 20% increase in profitability within the first year.
Lead and motivated a sales team of 9 to achieve sales goals, resulting in a 20% increase in revenue.
Analyzed competitor activities and developed strategies to counteract their efforts, resulting in a 10% increase in market share and a 5% increase in customer retention.
Management and Training of the Medical representative with a retention of 90% year by year.
Medical Representative
Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd
06.2000 - 12.2007
Increased patient engagement by developing personalized medical presentations and informative materials.
Established strong relationships with healthcare professionals, resulting in increased trust and credibility for the organization.
Managed territory efficiently, effectively prioritizing visits to key healthcare providers and facilities.
Built and maintained a sales pipeline, managing a portfolio of over 50 key accounts
Education
Ph.D. - Epidemiology
JKUAT
Juja
06.2027
Master of Science - Public Health
JKUAT
Juja
06.2010
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Egerton University
Njoro
08.1999
Skills
PRIME (Performance, Rigor & Innovation in Marketing, Market Access Excellence)
Monitoring and Evaluation of programs and projects
Management Development skills
Building Resilience
Program Management Foundations
Patient Engagement Fundamentals
Playing Golf
One of the big issue in playing golf is consistency. When I am trying to make a full swing with Iron or wood clubs, I find myself hitting the ball from the top. A key lesson is that practice does not make perfect but it makes me a better player day in and day out.
Languages
English
Native language
Swahili
Advanced
C1
Timeline
MA, HCAI & PE Manager- SSA
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals
02.2021 - Current
Business Head-Kenya
Mundipharma
06.2017 - 03.2020
Business Development Manager and Market Access
Takeda Pharmaceuticals
01.2013 - 06.2017
Senior Area Manager
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals
06.2010 - 12.2012
2nd Line Sales Manager
Wockhardt Pharmaceutical
04.2008 - 05.2010
2nd Line Sales Manager
Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd
01.2004 - 03.2008
Medical Representative
Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd
06.2000 - 12.2007
Ph.D. - Epidemiology
JKUAT
Master of Science - Public Health
JKUAT
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Egerton University
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