Trade Channel Associate

About the role
We are looking for a motivated and commercially minded Trade Channel Associate to support the planning and execution of activities across our trade channels in the pharmaceutical and healthcare market.
In this role, you will help strengthen relationships with trade partners and customers, coordinate sales initiatives, and support the delivery of channel plans that improve availability, customer engagement, and business performance. You will work closely with sales, marketing, supply chain, finance, and other cross-functional teams to ensure that commercial plans are implemented effectively and on time.

Key responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of trade channel plans aligned with business and customer objectives.
• Coordinate sales activities, campaigns, and initiatives across assigned trade channels.
• Maintain effective working relationships with distributors, wholesalers, pharmacies, healthcare customers, and other relevant trade partners.
• Serve as a point of contact for day-to-day commercial coordination with trade partners and internal stakeholders.
• Prepare sales updates, channel reports, customer information, and performance summaries.
• Monitor sales activities and identify opportunities to improve product availability, customer engagement, and channel performance.
• Support the preparation of customer meetings, business reviews, presentations, and action plans.
• Coordinate promotional materials, product information, and other commercial requirements with relevant teams.
• Track agreed actions, deadlines, and follow-ups to ensure reliable execution.
• Work collaboratively with supply chain and customer service teams to help resolve availability, order, and delivery-related issues.
• Ensure that trade channel activities are carried out in line with applicable company policies, procedures, and industry requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of trade channel processes and ways of working.

Qualifications and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, life sciences, healthcare management, or a related field.
• Approximately 1–3 years of experience in sales, trade marketing, commercial operations, customer management, or a related area, preferably in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry.
• Experience working with customers, distributors, wholesalers, retail partners, or other commercial stakeholders.
• Basic understanding of sales planning, channel management, and commercial execution.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Good analytical and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills in English; additional local-language skills may be required depending on the market.
• Strong Saudi local market experience, with up-to-date knowledge of Saudi market trends & dynamics.

What will help you succeed

• A customer-focused and collaborative approach.
• The ability to turn plans into practical actions and follow through on commitments.
• Confidence working with data, preparing reports, and communicating commercial insights.
• Strong attention to detail and reliable time management.
• A proactive mindset and willingness to take ownership of tasks.
• The ability to build trust with internal teams and external trade partners.
• Professional judgment when handling customer, product, and commercial information.

How success will be measured
Success in this role will include:

• Timely and effective execution of channel and sales activities.
• Strong coordination with trade partners and internal stakeholders.
• Accurate and useful sales and channel reporting.
• Progress against agreed customer and channel objectives.
• Prompt follow-up and resolution of commercial or operational issues.
• Consistent adherence to company policies and applicable industry requirements.

What we offer
We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!

Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!