Company Description
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas – immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and Tik Tok.
Job Description
About the Bridge Program
AbbVie’s Bridge Program is a 6 months structured market immersion initiative designed to bridge the gap for experienced pharma professionals who have relocated to the UAE but lack local market experience. The program provides hands-on exposure to the UAE pharmaceutical landscape while fulfilling specific business needs. Candidates will gain in-depth market knowledge, build key relationships, and develop their expertise within a multinational corporate environment over a six-month period.
Purpose
As a Product Specialist – Bridge Program, you will execute AbbVie’s brand strategy and drive field sales performance in your assigned territory. You will gain hands-on exposure to the UAE market while leveraging your experience from culturally similar markets. This role is ideal for pharmaceutical professionals with 2-5 years of experience in multinational companies who have recently relocated to the UAE and are looking for an opportunity to build their local expertise.
Key Responsibilities
• Achieve sales performance targets by executing brand strategies and marketing objectives.
• Develop a deep understanding of customer needs, the market landscape, and competitive dynamics to drive sales performance.
• Plan and execute customer interactions effectively, ensuring meaningful engagement with HCPs.
• Maintain strong customer relationships, positioning AbbVie as a trusted partner in patient care.
• Share market intelligence with in-field teams and brand managers to support strategic decision-making.
• Differentiate AbbVie’s value proposition and establish relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs) and disease area experts.
• Ensure compliance with AbbVie’s business code of conduct, policies, and regulatory requirements.
Qualifications
• Must Have Valid UAE Residency
• Bachelor’s degree in pharmacy, medicine, or a related field.
• 2-5 years of experience in a multinational pharmaceutical company in Home Country
• Newly relocated to the UAE and actively seeking career opportunities.- No Prior Experience in UAE.
• Strong communication and presentation skills in both English and Arabic.
• High adaptability and willingness to learn in a new market environment.
• Commitment to the six-month program, with a passion for growing within the UAE
Additional Information
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
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