SOpharmacy is an innovative pharmacy concept, created with inspiration, energy, and professionalism to offer a modern approach to meeting the health needs of Bulgarian patients and clients. As part of the Sopharma Trading family, SOpharmacy builds on the company’s longstanding tradition of healthcare excellence. Today, SOpharmacy operates over 200 pharmacies across more than 45 locations in the country. Our mission is to become a trusted lifelong partner in our clients' health journey! The Own Brand department plays a vital role in SOpharmacy, being the one leading and implementing the inspiring and challenging projects with focus on the development of the own brands portfolio for Bulgaria, Serbia and Belarus.

For our Own Brand’s team we are currently exploring the market for a skilled and enthusiastic professional to strengthen the expertise of the department and support our business development ambitions by taking active ownership of the Own Brand Assistant role. What we expect from you: Deep diving into our Own Brand world of product inspiration, new categories development and focus on the added value of the holistic healthcare approach, you will be a multi-tasking right hand to the team and:

• Participate and assists in the research, development and implementation processes of own brand products (new and current) and interacts with Product Development Specialist and Regulatory Affairs Specialist.
• Follow up on commitments and deadlines to departments and partners, including moving the paperwork in the invoices part - submit information to the concerned departments and completes the necessary files and track the status of payment documents.
• Interact with Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Accounting and Finance teams
• Prepare regular performance related reports, statements and presentations for the products in the categories for which he/she works.
• Manage the process of gathering and preparing all necessary files regarding the smooth management of the department's promotions activation and communication process.
• Actively support the preparation of the labeling process for deliveries of products managed by the Own Brands team (label preparation, communication with printing house, coordination with Central Warehouse)
• Assists the Own Brands Commercial Marketing Specialist in the preparation of the implementation of various promotional, image and advertising activities and events, as well as in measuring the effectiveness of promotional campaigns
• Maintain an up-to-date database of items and vendors in order to track contract performance in the Retail Services department - activities, product listings, planograms, stock reporting and preparation of billing reports.
• Communicate with agencies, designers and printers in relation to the production of promotional materials, visions to partners, manufacturers and suppliers of the Own Brands team managed portfolio.

Тhe skills and competencies required for the rolе: Our soul mate job holder will have a successful professional story on a similar position and/or knowledge with focus on supporting product development, marketing and/or commercial activities, acquired within the pharmaceutical, FMCG or another dynamic and regulations sensitive business segment, accompanied by:

• Proven ability to maintain fruitful relationship with diverse audience of internal and external clients/ partners
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving skills, complemented by attention to detail, pro-active approach and natural &professional curiosity to learn and explore
• Proven ability to prioritize multiple tasks, ensuring that deadlines are met
• Good command of English (written and spoken)
• IT literacy (MS office, Excel, SAP or any ERP) as a valuable asset to the skills’ set

Our offer:

• Competitive remuneration and meal vouchers
• Fair employer practices – accurate tracking of working hours and timely salary payment based on an established schedule
• Additional health insurance
• Opportunity to purchase sports cards at preferential prices
• Access to an online platform with training and resources for professional development
• Referral bonus for recommended employees
• Corporate discounts for various products and services
• 1 additional vacation day after five years of service (up to 5 days)

As part of our company culture, you will also find:

• A supportive and positive working environment built on teamwork
• Opportunities for career development
• Various initiatives for employees' families
• A hybrid working model
• Assistance in case of serious illnesses or other personal issues
• Opportunities to participate in various corporate events and social initiatives
• Partly coverage of therapy sessions with a psychologist

We enthusiastically look forward to hearing from you! If you are triggered by this opportunity, please send us your updated CV. For more information, you may contact the Human Resources team at SOpharmacy.

Please note that one stage of the interview process may involve a practical task to evaluate candidates' relevant skills for the position.

We evaluate each application received and will contact the shortlisted candidates. In the selection process, candidates' skills can be tested with practical assignments.

Your application will be reviewed in full confidentiality and in accordance with the requirements of the Personal Data Protection Act.