Harley’s Limited is looking to hire a proactive and performance-focused Marketing Executive to bolster its East Africa business operations. The successful applicant must have proven experience in marketing, brand management, product launches, and market coordination, ideally within the pharmaceutical, healthcare, medical devices, or FMCG industries.
The Marketing Executive will play a key role in developing and executing marketing campaigns, refining product positioning strategies, conducting market research, and fostering stakeholder engagement—all while maintaining alignment with brand standards and adhering to local regulatory requirements.
We invite you to become part of our dynamic team by embracing the opportunity to contribute to our collective success. Our organization is dedicated to fostering innovation, growth, and excellence, offering a collaborative environment where your skills and expertise can thrive. By joining us, you will engage in meaningful work that aligns with your professional aspirations while making a lasting impact within our industry. We seek individuals who are passionate about continuous learning, adaptability, and delivering exceptional results. In return, we provide a supportive workplace, competitive compensation, and avenues for career advancement.
Experience dynamic, forward-thinking teams where creativity thrives and professional development is encouraged through collaboration and innovation.
A leadership team that prioritizes accessibility, transparency, and employee input fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment.
Elevate your professional trajectory through exceptional opportunities for career advancement, fostering both personal development and the organization’s ongoing evolution.
Oversee and execute a comprehensive range of duties including strategic planning, project management, and cross-functional collaboration to drive organizational objectives. Lead initiatives aimed at enhancing operational efficiency, fostering innovation, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Develop and implement policies, procedures, and performance metrics to optimize workflows and achieve business goals. Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess progress, identify areas for improvement, and recommend data-driven solutions. Serve as a liaison between senior leadership and departmental teams to align efforts with company vision and mission. Mentor and guide team members to cultivate a high-performance culture and professional growth. Stay abreast of market trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to maintain a competitive edge. Prepare detailed reports, presentations, and executive summaries to communicate insights and recommendations effectively.
Support product rollouts throughout East Africa involves collaborating with Head Office Marketing and regional teams to execute brand initiatives seamlessly. This role entails contributing to brand strategy execution, creating promotional content, and tracking brand performance to guarantee adherence to corporate goals and compliance standards.
Execute marketing initiatives and engagement programs aimed at healthcare professionals, institutions, and trade partners. Track campaign effectiveness, gather market feedback, and deliver actionable insights to drive ongoing enhancements.
Coordinate with vendors, agencies, and suppliers to guarantee the punctual production and delivery of marketing materials while upholding stringent cost controls, documentation compliance, and quality standards across all marketing initiatives.
Market research and competitive intelligence involve conducting comprehensive market analyses and tracking competitor actions, pricing patterns, and emerging market trends. By leveraging these insights, we develop data-driven recommendations and reports that inform brand strategy, guide commercial planning, and drive sustainable business expansion.
Business Analytics: Develop, update, and oversee management reports, dashboards, and performance analyses focused on sales, campaigns, tenders, and market trends. Deliver precise and prompt reporting facilitating informed business decision-making.
You will facilitate tender participation and institutional business development by managing documentation, adhering to timelines, and integrating cross-functional contributions. Additionally, you will oversee tender documentation, assist in compiling submissions, prepare product dossiers, and support the development of institutional presentations.
Cross-functional teamwork is essential as you’ll partner with sales, regulatory, supply chain, finance, distributors, and Head Office Marketing to advance critical business objectives. Your role involves delivering valuable market intelligence, facilitating training programs, and guaranteeing the effective execution of strategic marketing and commercial priorities.
Seeking a candidate with a minimum of three years of relevant professional experience in the specified field, supported by a bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualifications. Proficiency in industry-standard software and tools is essential, along with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, are required to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. The ideal applicant will demonstrate a track record of delivering high-quality results under tight deadlines while maintaining attention to detail. Prior experience in project management or a related discipline is highly advantageous. Familiarity with compliance standards and regulatory requirements pertinent to the role is also necessary. Additionally, the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment is crucial.
An MBA or an equivalent management qualification is strongly preferred.
A Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy, Life Sciences, Business, Marketing, or a related field is required.
Requires a minimum of five years of professional experience in pharmaceutical marketing, communications, brand coordination, or commercial support.
Proficiency in pharmaceutical launches, promotional initiatives, institutional business development, or tender support activities is advantageous.
Proven track record within the pharmaceutical sector across East African markets is essential.
Qualifications
BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA
Experience Required
5 years
