<p>Kinetic is working with a leading pharmaceutical company who are hiring a National Sales Manager to be based in Iraq.</p> <p>Please note that you must meet all the criteria set out below for your application to be considered. Suitable candidates will be contacted within 5 working days. If you are not contacted by us within that time, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion.</p> <p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Executing sales strategies of the organisation.</li> <li>Developing company's sales forecasts for all products.</li> <li>Developing, implementing and monitoring annual, quarterly, and monthly sales plan for the assigned portfolio.</li> <li>Working closely with the marketing team to determine marketing and promotion strategies.</li> <li>Coordinating between distribution partner and supply chain team.</li> <li>Controlling and reviewing expenses reports for each member of the sales team on monthly basis.</li> <li>Conducting regular reviews with customers to ensure that excellent customer service is achieved.</li> <li>Coordinating with HR in providing training for the team to improve their scientific knowledge, skills and attitudes.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Ideal Candidate Profile</strong></p> <ul> <li>Open to candidates willing to relocate to Iraq from Lebanon or Jordan, but prior Iraq experience is a must.</li> <li>Bachelor's degree in science, business management, marketing, or a related field.</li> <li>Minimum 3 - 5 years of sales experience in a managerial role within the pharmaceuticals industry.</li> <li>Willingness to travel as required.</li> <li>Proven ability to drive the sales process from plan to close.</li> <li>Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills.</li> <li>Good decision-making skills, great problem-solving and analytical abilities.</li> </ul>