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Nidal Abualrub, Country Sales Manager

Nidal Abualrub

Country Sales Manager·Hayat Pharmaceutical Industries

Saudi Arabia

Bachelor's degree, Pharmacy

Work experience

Total years of experience: 27 years, 7 months

Country Sales Manager

March 2006 - October 2025

Hayat Pharmaceutical Industries

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

March 2006 - October 2025

Full ownership of Saudi business across sales, revenue growth, key accounts, tenders, pricing, distributor operations, supply, and regulatory alignment.
Sales Growth & Revenue Ownership
·Built business from low base to ~SAR 50M annual revenue, delivering ~15% YoY growth
·Managed sales targets across regions and channels, improving coverage, customer activity, and contribution
·Expanded market presence through new accounts, reactivation of inactive customers, and stronger key account engagement
P&L Ownership, Pricing & Margin Control
·Owned full commercial P&L, managing revenue, costs, and overall profitability
·Controlled pricing strategy and customer-level discounts, ensuring balance between growth and margin
·Actively managed profit margins through pricing adjustments, product mix optimization, and commercial terms
·Reviewed and approved discounts based on financial impact and market conditions
·Conducted regular financial reviews with distributor, including sales, deductions, receivables, and net performance
·Prevented margin erosion through disciplined commercial control and decision-making
Key Account Management (KAM)
·Managed key accounts across pharmacy chains, hospitals, and institutional clients, driving consistent growth
·Led negotiations, handled pricing pressure, and maintained strong client relationships
·Improved customer retention and repeat business through continuous engagement and performance follow-up
Institutional Business & Tenders (NUPCO / Wasfaty / GHC)
·Led tenders end-to-end: product selection, pricing, submission, and execution
·Used product availability and supply reliability as competitive advantage
·Aligned awarded contracts with supply planning to ensure execution without disruption
Product Execution & Market Development
·Managed multi-category portfolio (Rx, OTC, dermatology, vitamins)
·Supported product entry and expansion through pricing, availability, and field execution
·Monitored product performance and shifted focus toward high-performing products and opportunities
KPI Management & Performance Control
·Monitored sales vs target, growth vs previous periods, coverage, active customers, and performance gaps
·Took corrective actions to improve team performance and market execution
·Maintained consistent alignment between targets and actual performance
Distributor Management & Commercial Execution
·Managed distributor operations including order flow, pricing approvals, stock allocation, and collections follow-up
·Reviewed financial performance and ensured alignment with commercial targets and market demand
·Maintained control over execution quality across all regions
Demand Planning, Supply & Import Operations
·Planned annual demand and maintained 3-6 months stock coverage, supporting continuous availability
·Managed shipment consolidation, importation, clearance, and release
·Improved supply visibility using tracking tools (data matrix)
Regulatory Coordination (SFDA)
·Coordinated with authorities on stock shortages, compliance, and product availability
·Ensured shipment compliance (data loggers, pallet setup, aggregation) to avoid delays or rejection
GCC Exposure
·Coordinated with partners across UAE, Bahrain, and Oman
·Supported pricing, supply, and execution across markets
·Contributed to GHC alignment and regional coordination
Problem Solving & Market Challenges
·Managed supply disruptions, delayed shipments, and stock imbalances
·Handled customer complaints and pricing challenges
·Adapted plans based on market dynamics and competitive activity
Team Leadership
·Led a team of 30+ members across Saudi Arabia
·Set targets, monitored performance, and ensured field execution
·Provided direct coaching and intervention to maintain performance

Company industry:
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Job role:
Medical, Healthcare, and Nursing

Area Sales Manager

June 2004 - October 2005

Med Pharma

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

June 2004 - October 2005

• Directed regional sales and marketing operations aligned with company growth strategies
• Supported successful new product launches ensuring market integration and visibility
• Developed and implemented sales forecasts and budgets to maximize operational efficiency
• Fostered cross-departmental collaboration to maintain business continuity
• Built strong relationships with principals and renegotiated agreements for beneficial outcomes

Company industry:
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Job role:
Other

Area Sales Supervisor

January 2004 - June 2004

Med Pharma

Amman, Jordan

January 2004 - June 2004

• Supervised sales teams and ensured achievement of targets
• Managed forecasting, budgeting, and performance reporting
• Implemented structured follow-up and reporting systems

Company industry:
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Job role:
Other

Promotions Supervisor

January 2002 - June 2004

Med Pharma

Amman, Jordan

January 2002 - June 2004

• Led product launch initiatives and promotional activities
• Managed team performance and reporting systems
• Coordinated with marketing to enhance product positioning

Company industry:
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Job role:
Other

Medical Sales Representative

December 1997 - January 2002

Med Pharma

Zarqa, Jordan

December 1997 - January 2002

• Promoted pharmaceutical products and achieved sales targets
• Built strong relationships with healthcare professionals and KOLs
• Managed territories effectively with consistent performance

Company industry:
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Job role:
Other

Education

Applied Science University

June 1997

June 1997

Bachelor's degree, Pharmacy

Jordan

Bachelor degree in pharmacy 1992 - 1997 from Applied Science University amman Jordan

Skills

Data Analysis

Expert

Inventory Management

Expert

Sales Management

Expert

Product Launch

Expert

Product Marketing

Expert

Tender Management

Expert

Market Analysis

Expert

Team Leadership

Expert

Stock Control

Expert

Negotiation

Expert

Coaching

Expert

LEADERSHIP

Expert

P&L Management

Expert

Global Leadership

Expert

Business Growth

Expert

Cross-functional Collaboration

Expert

Market Penetration

Expert

Retail Execution

Expert

Distributor management

Expert

Sales Forecasting

Expert

KPI Management

Expert

Budgeting

Expert

Key Account Management

Expert

B2B Sales

Expert

Commercial Skills

Expert

Business Expansion

Expert

Channel Development

Expert

PHARMACEUTICALS

Expert

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

Expert

DEMAND PLANNING

Expert

FORECASTING

Expert

MANAGEMENT

Expert

NEW BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

Expert

PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT

Expert

PRICING STRATEGIES

Expert

STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP

Expert

MS Office tools

Expert

KOL Management

Expert

OPERATIONS

Expert

Languages

Arabic

Native Speaker

English

Expert

Training and Certifications

Certifications
The Art of Management and Coaching
Essentials of Leadership
License to Sell
Supervisory & Coaching Skills
Professional Selling Skill III
International Computer Driving License (ICDL)
The Art of Management and Coaching
Essentials of Leadership
License to Sell
Supervisory & Coaching Skills
Professional Selling Skill III
Creative Selling Skills
Product and Professional Selling Skills
International Computer Driving License (ICDL)
The Art of Management and Coaching
Essentials of Leadership
License to Sell
Supervisory & Coaching Skills
Professional Selling Skill III
Creative Selling Skills
Product and Professional Selling Skills
ICDL Certified

Hobbies and interests

Chess