Vaccines Implementation Manager - East Region📣 Job Ad
| Contract Type | Full-time | |
| Workplace type | On-site | |
| Location | Riyadh |
About the Role
MSD Gulf is seeking a Vaccines Implementation Manager for the East Region, based in Riyadh. This role is critical for driving the success of the company's vaccines within the public sector. The position involves cultivating customer partnerships, supporting the implementation of National Immunization Programs, and contributing to vaccination campaigns in collaboration with health authorities. The role also focuses on identifying growth opportunities and contributing to business expansion through collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the end-to-end implementation of national vaccination programs, ensuring timely and effective rollout across public health channels.
- Collaborate with Ministry of Health departments, the Public Health Authority, regional health clusters, and other key public health stakeholders to align on priorities and address on-ground challenges.
- Monitor and track implementation Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), identify performance gaps, and propose data-driven corrective actions.
- Communicate the value proposition of vaccines and drive mutually beneficial business opportunities with key customers.
- Extend vaccine reach to patients within Ministry of Health and institutional settings through awareness campaigns and customer partnerships.
- Ensure operational excellence by monitoring the procurement process and implementing effective tracking mechanisms to guarantee smooth supply and prevent shortages.
- Ensure alignment between field execution and strategic objectives through structured planning and diligent follow-up.
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with government health bodies, public health officials, and scientific leaders to support vaccination efforts.
- Collect and synthesize insights from the field to support adaptive planning and evidence-based decision-making.
- Provide regular updates and executive summaries to internal leadership and external partners as required.
- Support the development and execution of training modules for healthcare providers on vaccine administration protocols and program updates.
- Ensure 100% execution in compliance with all relevant Compliance and Pharmacovigilance Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Qualifications and Requirements
- A Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Public Health, Life Sciences, or a related discipline. A Master's degree is considered a plus.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in vaccines, immunization programs, or healthcare project execution.
- Experience engaging with Saudi health authorities, such as the Ministry of Health, Health Clusters, and the Public Health Authority, is highly preferred.
- A strong understanding of Saudi Arabia's healthcare system and its immunization landscape.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional projects with operational discipline and sensitivity to stakeholder needs.
- Fluency in both Arabic and English, encompassing spoken and written communication.
- Understanding of the public sector, local government structures, and the interdependencies between these organizations.
- Demonstrated ability to utilize in-depth knowledge of customer preferences and needs, coupled with an understanding of market dynamics and trends, to develop and implement effective strategies.
- Extensive proficiency in sophisticated problem-solving techniques and the ability to develop tailored solutions that meet both customer and company objectives.
- The ability to effectively navigate customer environments and understand their evolving needs to align objectives and drive customer networks and partnerships to achieve results.
- Skills necessary to execute defined projects, including KPI setting and measurement, and the ability to scale up pilot projects and replicate best practices.
Required Skills
- Account Management
- Adaptability
- Collaboration and Cross-Functional Teamwork
- Customer-Focused Approach
- Data Analysis and Interpretation
- Executive Summary Reporting
- Health Care Systems Knowledge
- Public Health Expertise
- Strategic Planning
- Problem-Solving Techniques
- KPI Setting and Measurement
- Proficiency in MS Office Applications
- Stakeholder Influence and Trust-Building
- Operational and Project Management Excellence
- Data Insights Generation
- Team Collaboration and Leadership
- Adaptability in Dynamic Environments
- Conflict Management
- Communication Skills
- Creative Thinking
- Multi-tasking Orientation
Work Environment and Details
This is a full-time, regular employee position based in Riyadh. The role is field-based and requires approximately 40% travel. The job posting end date is June 18, 2026. The requisition ID is R401577.
Requirements
- Requires 5-10 Years experience
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