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DIFIN SAM

Assistant Manager - Retail Pharmacy Operations
Dubai

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented Operations and Business Development Manager with a strong track record in pharmacy operations and strategic business development within healthcare settings. Experienced in managing day-to-day pharmacy operations, optimizing team performance, and ensuring full compliance with regulatory protocols. Proven ability to build and nurture long-term partnerships with hospitals, medical centers, and clinics to drive business growth and expand service reach. Skilled in cross-functional coordination, internal audits, KPI-based performance evaluation, and driving service excellence across pharmacy networks. Adept at identifying new opportunities, delivering impactful product presentations, and translating client needs into sustainable business solutions.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages

Work History

ASST. MANAGER - RETAIL PHARMACY OPERATIONS

RIGHT HEALTH INVESTMENT LLC
06.2024 - Current
  • Supervise day-to-day retail pharmacy operations ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and internal protocols.
  • Represent 117 staff across the pharmacy network in communication with senior management, facilitating operational feedback and needs.
  • Engage with clinical teams and doctors to improve collaboration between pharmacies and clinics.
  • Organize performance review meetings, submit operational reports to HOD, and prepare quarterly incentive summaries for Finance.
  • Conducted regular internal audits to ensure pharmacy practices adhered to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance requirements.
  • Monitored daily pharmacy performance metrics, encouraged accountability, and motivated teams to maintain high service standards.
  • Led the planning and facilitation of pharmacy review meetings to assess performance KPIs and identify areas for operational improvement.
  • Generated and submitted operational performance reports to the Head of Department, highlighting key challenges and proposed solutions.

MANAGER - BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT|OPERATIONS|

LIFE PHARMACY LLC
09.2022 - 04.2024
  • Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key decision-makers in hospitals, medical centers, clinics and other prospect potential clients.
  • Conducting meeting with prospect clients and turned them into increased avenues of business.
  • Conduct product presentations and detailing sessions to explain benefits & uses.
  • Achieve monthly and quarterly sales targets set by the company.
  • Monitor competitor activities and market trends to develop effective sales strategies.
  • Ensure timely follow-ups and resolve customer queries regarding product information or availability.
  • Develop and implement effective business development strategies for improving business performance and increasing sales.

BRANCH MANAGER - OUTLET BY LIFE

LIFE PHARMACY L.L.C
03.2018 - 08.2022

Key Achievements


  • Managed day-to-day operations of Outlet By Life, a first-of-its-kind retail and wholesale pharmacy concept.
  • Oversaw account relationships, sales performance, membership programs, pricing strategies, and logistics coordination.
  • Optimized inventory levels and ensured effective supply chain management for seamless stock availability.
  • Recruited, trained, and developed staff in alignment with company policies, procedures, and business goals.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations based on KPIs set by senior management.
  • Ensured strict adherence to SOPs, protocols, and processes to achieve operational efficiency and compliance.
  • Supervised and verified the accuracy of all tasks completed by pharmacy staff and trainees.
  • Ensured safe and accurate stock storage to maintain product potency and regulatory standards.
  • Super Achiever Award (2022): Recognized for exceptional performance in sales and team leadership.
  • Cumulative Achiever of the Year (2022): Honored for consistently surpassing performance targets throughout the year.

Education

MBA - FINANCE & MARKETING

EAST POINT COLLEGE OF HIGHER EDUCATION
BANGALORE
04.2001 -

BACHELOR OF COMMERCE - CO-OPERATION

UNIVERSITY OF CALICUT
KERALA
04.2001 -

Skills

    Operations Management

    Team Leadership & Staff Supervision

    Performance Monitoring & KPI Analysis

    Operational Reporting & Documentation

    Employee Engagement & Motivation

    Conflict Resolution & Problem Solving

    Client Relationships

    Business Transformation

    Business Development

    Sales Management

    Sales & Marketing

    Sales Target Achievement

Software

MICROSOFT AX DYNAMICS

INSTA

TALLY 90

MS-OFFICE

Timeline

ASST. MANAGER - RETAIL PHARMACY OPERATIONS

RIGHT HEALTH INVESTMENT LLC
06.2024 - Current

MANAGER - BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT|OPERATIONS|

LIFE PHARMACY LLC
09.2022 - 04.2024

BRANCH MANAGER - OUTLET BY LIFE

LIFE PHARMACY L.L.C
03.2018 - 08.2022

MBA - FINANCE & MARKETING

EAST POINT COLLEGE OF HIGHER EDUCATION
04.2001 -

BACHELOR OF COMMERCE - CO-OPERATION

UNIVERSITY OF CALICUT
04.2001 -
DIFIN SAMAssistant Manager - Retail Pharmacy Operations