Product & Business Development Manager – Pharmaceutical | Saudi Arabia

Leverage your expertise and join a leading company specializing in leading Pharmaceutical and medical devices company in Saudi Arabia.

The Product & Business Development Manager will be responsible for identifying and developing new products, conducting market insights and analysis, and establishing strategic partnerships, while working closely with R&D and Regulatory Affairs teams to ensure successful product development and market entry.

Key Accountabilities

• Conduct in-depth market research and analysis to identify new product opportunities and unmet clinical needs in Saudi Arabia.

• Lead product development initiatives in coordination with R&D and Regulatory Affairs teams.

• Translate market insights into actionable product strategies and portfolio expansion plans.

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers and manufacturing partners to enhance product offerings.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, principals, and international manufacturers.

• Collaborate with internal teams (Sales, Marketing, Regulatory, Supply Chain, Finance) for successful product launches.

• Monitor product and business development KPIs, opportunity pipelines, and performance metrics.

• Represent the company in supplier meetings, industry events, exhibitions, and conferences.

• Leverage established relationships with NUPCO, government authorities, hospitals, and distributors to support tenders, product listings, and long-term contracts.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, Biomedical Engineering, Business Administration, or related field (MBA preferred).

• Minimum 10+ years of experience in product development, market insights, or business development within the medical devices industry.

• Proven experience in product strategy, supplier management, and R&D coordination.

• Strong understanding of the Saudi healthcare market, medical device regulations, and procurement processes including NUPCO.

• Demonstrated ability to assess market opportunities and convert insights into viable products.

• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.