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Senior Manager - Portfolio Development (Vadodara based)

Vadodara Permanent View Job Description
Join a growing pharmaceutical organisation to lead portfolio development, lifecycle management and strategic growth initiatives across commercial and pipeline products. This role offers the opportunity to shape business strategy, evaluate licensing opportunities and influence critical investment decisions that drive long-term business success.
  • Drive portfolio strategy across global markets
  • Lead high-impact licensing and growth initiatives

About Our Client

Our client is a rapidly evolving pharmaceutical organisation with a strong focus on innovation, portfolio expansion and sustainable growth. Operating in regulated markets, the company is committed to building a differentiated product portfolio through strategic partnerships, new product introductions and disciplined portfolio management while maintaining the highest standards of quality and compliance.

Job Description

  • Lead the strategic planning and management of the product portfolio across its entire lifecycle.
  • Develop and execute portfolio growth strategies aligned with business and financial objectives.
  • Drive annual portfolio reviews, product rationalisation and lifecycle optimisation initiatives.
  • Identify opportunities for new product development, line extensions and market expansion.
  • Manage the New Product Introduction (NPI) pipeline, including market assessments and business case development.
  • Support in-licensing and business development activities through opportunity evaluation, due diligence and commercial analysis.
  • Partner with senior leadership to assess and prioritise strategic portfolio investments.
  • Develop portfolio dashboards, forecasts and performance metrics to support decision-making.
  • Analyse market trends, competitor activity and commercial data to identify growth opportunities.
  • Collaborate with Regulatory, Quality, Supply Chain, Finance, Medical Affairs, Sales and Marketing teams.
  • Facilitate portfolio governance and prioritisation processes to ensure optimal resource allocation.
  • Present strategic recommendations and insights to leadership teams to support portfolio decisions.

The Successful Applicant

We're looking for someone who has:

  • Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Chemistry or a related discipline.
  • MBA or postgraduate qualification in Business Management, Marketing or a related field preferred.
  • 8-10+ years of experience in portfolio management, pharmaceutical business development, licensing or strategic partnerships.
  • Strong understanding of pharmaceutical product lifecycle management and portfolio strategy.
  • Experience evaluating licensing opportunities, business development partnerships and commercial agreements.
  • Exposure to regulated pharmaceutical markets and associated compliance requirements.
  • Strong analytical skills with experience in forecasting, business case development and portfolio analytics.
  • Ability to work cross-functionally and influence senior stakeholders.
  • Understanding of global pharmaceutical markets including the US, Europe, ROW and emerging markets is advantageous.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation and strategic thinking capabilities.

What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to shape the future direction of a strategically important pharmaceutical portfolio.
  • Exposure to high-value licensing, business development and growth initiatives.
  • Direct interaction with senior leadership and decision-making forums.
  • Broad cross-functional exposure across commercial, regulatory and operational functions.
  • Strong career growth potential within an expanding pharmaceutical business.
  • Competitive compensation and the opportunity to make a significant business impact.



If this role interests you, please consider applying.

Quote job ref
JN-092026-7105451

Job summary

Function
Consultancy, Strategy & Change
Sub Sector
Corporate Strategy and M&A
What is your area of specialisation?
Healthcare / Pharmaceutical
Location
Vadodara
Job Type
Permanent
Job Reference
JN-092026-7105451

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

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