Department : Commercial Location : Philippines Department : Commercial Location : Philippines Job Description LAZADA-Category Buyer (Licensed Pharmacist)-BGC
Profitability & Commercial Strategy
- Develop and execute pricing strategies to maximize profit margins while ensuring competitive positioning.
- Monitor P&L performance and implement cost optimization strategies to maintain sustainable profitability.
- Negotiate brand support for funding mechanisms, such as platform vouchers, co-marketing initiatives, and campaigns.
Brand Management & Business Development
Manage key brand partnerships, ensuring strategic alignment and growth opportunities.Lead Business Planning with pharmaceutical and health-related brands, driving category expansion and market penetration.Secure exclusive deals, product launches,and marketing collaborations to strengthen brand presence.Implement brand campaigns, Promo tools and other commercial initiatives to enhance sales.Inventory & Assortment Management
Ensure optimal stock levels by monitoring demand forecasts, sell through rates, and replenishment cycles.Oversee inventory turnover strategies, managing slow moving stocks through clearance sales while maintaining healthy Days of Inventory (DOI).Work closely with supply chain and logistics teams to improve fulfillment efficiencyRegulatory Compliance & Technical Oversight
Oversee daily operations related to OTC medicines and health products, ensuring compliance with FDA regulations across inbound, storage, and outbound processes.Conduct regular training sessions for operations personnel on Good Warehouse Practices (GWP), Good Distribution Practices (GDP), and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to uphold regulatory and quality standards.Serve as the primary technical resource for all FDA related discussions, providing guidance to both existing and prospective brand partners.Ensure all products comply with licensing, registration, and labeling requirements, mitigating compliance risks. Job Requirements Qualifications & Skills :Licensed Pharmacist with a valid PRC license (required).Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, Business, Marketing, or a related field.Minimum 4 years of experience in eCommerce, Retail, or Category Management within the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry.Strong understanding of FDA regulations, Good Distribution Practices (GDP), and pharmaceutical retail strategies.Proven ability to negotiate with brands and suppliers to optimize business outcomes.Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.Proficiency in data analysis tools Excel)