Ahmed Abdelrahim

Product Specialist
July 7, 2025

About Candidate

•       Dynamic and results-oriented Pharmaceutical Sales & Marketing Professional with 9+ years of progressive experience across multinational pharmaceutical companies.

•       Showcased a strong track record of driving double-digit revenue growth, expanding market share, and developing strategic commercial initiatives through a blend of data-driven market analysis and impactful stakeholder engagement.

•       Proficient in managing government and private sector sales, tender processes, and cross-border operations, with a proven skill to negotiate strategic partnerships and product inclusion into insurance formularies.

•       Skilled at leading high-impact digital & face-to-face marketing campaigns, launching innovative market entry strategies, and driving business development efforts that unlock new opportunities in emerging markets.

•       Possess thorough Medical Product Knowledge (Oncology, Anesthesia, Antifungals & Antihypertensive).

•       Skilled in developing long-term relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs), physicians, regulatory bodies, and business partners, leading to enhanced brand positioning & market access.

Brings additional experience in advisory roles, marketing communications, and export facilitation in the medical equipment and pharmaceutical domains

Location

Education

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Master of Business Administration-Marketing 2021
University of Garden City
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Bachelor of Pharmacy 2012
The National Ribat University

Work & Experience

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Sales and marketing associate May 2024
Elbarbary Group

Role: • Collaborating with the team on enhancing regional sales operations across automotive and medical/pharmaceutical verticals. • Providing strategic advisory services for the medical equipment and pharmaceutical business in Sudan. • Assisting in marketing planning and execution to support international expansion initiatives. • Supporting communication strategies & brand visibility efforts in regional & global trade forums. • Coordinating with cross-border teams to align regulatory, logistical, & distribution frameworks for improved operational efficiency. Achievements: • Successfully facilitated business connections that expanded export opportunities for the company, following participation in the World Sesame & Peanut Conference 2024 in Macau. • Contributed to increase in market share for the company's pharmaceutical products through targeted marketing initiatives and strategic partnerships. • Enhanced customer engagement and satisfaction levels, resulting in a notable increase in repeat business and referrals. • Developed and implemented a comprehensive marketing strategy that led to growth in sales within the first quarter of the campaign. • Recognized for outstanding performance & contributions to the company's growth, receiving accolades from senior management.

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Product Specialist June 2022 - Feb 2024
Baxter International

• Managed a diverse product portfolio including oncology, inhaled anesthesia, and total parenteral nutrition, serving both public and private healthcare sectors. • Conducted in-depth product training sessions for internal teams and external stakeholders to support clinical adoption and usage. • Built strong relationships with procurement teams and hospital administrators to streamline tendering processes and ensure timely product availability. • Delivered regular market intelligence reports to the leadership team, identifying demand shifts, price trends, and competitor positioning. • Supported local distributor (Shaweesh International) with technical knowledge, promotional content, and campaign execution. • Coordinated with regional teams to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and pricing structures for tender submissions. • Assisted in creating annual territory business plans and contributed to monthly forecasting and performance reviews.

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Medical Representative December 2019 - April 2022
Sanofi

• Acted as District Sales Manager and Business Associate for high-value therapeutic segments including oncology, hematology, and neurology, ensuring seamless execution of sales operations and strategy implementation. • Led hybrid marketing initiatives, allocating 30% focus on digital and 70% on face-to-face engagement, ensuring diversified outreach and enhanced physician access. • Conducted hospital-based product presentations and coordinated regular scientific meetings to drive product awareness and reinforce therapy positioning. • Collaborated with cross-functional teams on brand planning, demand generation, and stakeholder engagement across both public and private healthcare sectors.

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Medical Representative December 2013 - December 2019
Zydus

• Negotiated with the governmental insurance body (SHAWAMIKH) to facilitate the inclusion of Zydus’ antihypertensive products in their formulary, significantly enhancing access and contributing to 60% of the team’s annual sales targets. • Built and maintained strong relationships with healthcare professionals across both public hospitals and private clinics, driving sustained product growth and loyalty. • Collaborated with internal teams for market feedback, promotional alignment, and continuous improvement in customer service and coverage planning. • Maintained updated territory call plans, doctor segmentation, and competitive intelligence to optimize reach and improve engagement outcomes.