Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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ADDITIONAL EDUCATION
Hobbies and Interests
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Aleš Brumen

Aleš Brumen

Ljubljana

Summary

With nearly two decades of experience as a team leader, I bring a professional, enthusiastic, and reliable approach to my work. I have a clear focus and high standards when it comes to values and behaviors, constantly striving to learn and improve every day. My curiosity drives me to seek out better solutions that enhance collaboration and increase productivity within the company. As a husband and father of two teen daughters, I am motivated to cultivate genuine relationships and draw strength and wisdom from these personal connections. This empowerment fuels my desire to establish strong bonds with team members, business partners, and other associates. My ultimate goal is to continue growing within the stand-alone company, as leadership is both a privilege and an ongoing journey of development.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Sales OTC

Lek D.d./Sandoz, Ljubljana
11.2022 - Current
  • Accountable for Net Sales, Market Share, P&L of OTC
  • Accountable for Sales and Marketing strategy
  • Leadership and Coaching of OTC Field Force - 6 direct reports
  • Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth
  • Leveraged data-driven insights to make informed decisions about resource allocation and strategic priorities for the business unit
  • Worked with marketing team to maximize team agility and performance
  • Worked with marketing team on preparation of brand plans
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams effectively to achieve key business objectives
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, resulting in long-term partnerships and increased revenue
  • Collaborated closely with leadership team on corporate strategy development, aligning business unit objectives with overall company vision and mission
  • Fostering a positive work environment that encouraged collaboration and innovation

Head Sales OTC & Head CommEx Slovenia

Lek d.d./Sandoz
06.2021 - 11.2022
  • Member of Local SI CommOps Leadership Team
  • Member of Cluster II CommEx Team
  • Accountable for Net Sales, Market Share, P&L of OTC
  • Accountable for Sales and Marketing strategy
  • Leadership and Coaching of OTC Field Force - 6 direct reports
  • Leadership of CRM & Market Analysis Manager - 2 direct reports
  • Implement standardized SFE systems across BUs
  • Drive FF productivity and improve quality and transparency of RA
  • Facilitated team brainstorming sessions that led to innovative solutions for long-standing operational challenges
  • Drive effectiveness of multichannel tools and foster culture of acceptance and innovation within the company by integration of multichannel activities in commercial plan
  • Encouraging remote work during global health crisis, ensuring business continuity and employee safety

Head Sales OTC Slovenia

Lek d.d./Sandoz
01.2017 - 06.2021
  • Accountable for Net Sales, Market Share, P&L of OTC and Rx (Jan 2020)
  • Leadership and Coaching of Field Force - 12 direct reports
  • Accountable for OTC Commercial Model with clear P&L structure & RA
  • Commercial role in Cluster II Europe - OTC KAM&FFM (project lead)

Field Force Manager & KAM Retail Pharmacies

Lek d.d./Sandoz
09.2012 - 01.2017
  • Accountable for Net Sales, Market Share, P&L of OTC and Rx portfolio medicines in Retail Pharmacies
  • Leadership and Coaching of Field Force - 8 direct reports
  • Key Account Management within KA (Wholesalers & Public Chains)
  • Administrator managing role for CRM/ETMS system
  • Preparation of sales analysis and marketing plans
  • Built high-performing teams through effective recruitment, onboarding, and talent development initiatives.

Commercial Manager Rx, Retail & Hospital PH

Lek d.d./Sandoz
01.2006 - 09.2012
  • KAM of Wholesalers for Rx
  • Accountable for Net Sales, Market Share, P&L of Rx portfolio Retail & Hospital Pharmacies
  • Leadership and Coaching of Field Force - 3 direct reports
  • Documentation preparation of and Managing Hospital tenders
  • Administrator managing role for CRM/ETMS (Sales Vision) system for Commercial Operations SI

Medical Representative

Lek d.d./Sandoz
02.2004 - 01.2006
  • Professional and medical presentations and sales of Rx medicines for GP's and other specialties in Hospital (cardio, gastro, etc...)
  • Managing projects and organization of local events for HCP's
  • Preparation of sales analysis and marketing plans

Pharmacist

Lekarna Ljubljana
11.2003 - 02.2004

Education

Master of Pharmacy -

Faculty of Pharmacy
Ljubljana, Slovenia
2003

High School Diploma -

Šentvid Gymnasium
Ljubljana, Slovenia
1997

Skills

  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Customer Relations
  • Calm & Focused Under Pressure
  • Decision Making
  • Problem Solving
  • Time Management
  • Organizational Skills
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Computer & Digital Skills

Languages

Slovenian
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
German
Advanced
C1
Serbian/Croatian
Advanced
C1

ADDITIONAL EDUCATION

  • Developing and Managing a High-Performance Sales Team (IEDC Bled)
  • Finance for Non-Financial Managers (IEDC Bled)
  • Leadership in matrix system (Kaiser Gustav)
  • Management Development Program, Leading M1 (Novartis)
  • Coaching skills & Presentation skills in English
  • Personal Effectiveness & The Integrated Sales Process

Hobbies and Interests

  • Team sports (Basketball, Football)
  • Skiing & Hiking
  • Traveling with my Family

Timeline

Head Sales OTC

Lek D.d./Sandoz, Ljubljana
11.2022 - Current

Head Sales OTC & Head CommEx Slovenia

Lek d.d./Sandoz
06.2021 - 11.2022

Head Sales OTC Slovenia

Lek d.d./Sandoz
01.2017 - 06.2021

Field Force Manager & KAM Retail Pharmacies

Lek d.d./Sandoz
09.2012 - 01.2017

Commercial Manager Rx, Retail & Hospital PH

Lek d.d./Sandoz
01.2006 - 09.2012

Medical Representative

Lek d.d./Sandoz
02.2004 - 01.2006

Pharmacist

Lekarna Ljubljana
11.2003 - 02.2004

Master of Pharmacy -

Faculty of Pharmacy

High School Diploma -

Šentvid Gymnasium
Aleš Brumen