PHARMAFull-time
API Marketing Manager
By Admin · Pharma Sales, Marketing & Commercial
MUMBAI (IN)ONSITEPOSTED: 9/13/2026
PHARMAFull-time
HIRING ORGANIZATIONSUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LTDPharmaceuticals
ROLE OVERVIEW
Drive API business growth across assigned regulated international markets by combining market intelligence, business development, customer relationship management and cross-functional execution. Own regional sales targets, identify opportunities and develop strategies to expand the API customer base, market share and revenue.
ROLE DEFINITION & RESPONSIBILITIES
- •Map API market dynamics, key pharmaceutical players, demand and supply across assigned regulated markets
- •Map the internal API portfolio to potential customers and identify products to promote
- •Connect with prospective customers, pitch products, explore opportunities and lead price negotiations
- •Drive regional sales targets and develop marketing strategies to expand customer base and market share
- •Manage key customer accounts and maintain long-term relationships and customer satisfaction
- •Gather market intelligence on customer needs, competitors and industry best practices
- •Coordinate with regulatory, finance and quality teams on customer queries, documentation, approvals and payment follow-ups
- •Coordinate with R&D, operations and SCM on orders, capacity planning and timely product delivery
Reporting Hierarchy: Reports to the relevant API business/marketing leadership; Cross-functional interaction with Regulatory, Finance, Quality, R&D and SCM; External interaction with customers, industry experts and pharmaceutical industry bodies
* Role responsibilities and qualifications synthesized based on industry benchmark standards.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- B.Pharm, M.Pharm or MBA
- 7-12 years of pharmaceutical industry experience desired
- Prior experience in regulated pharmaceutical markets
- Strong presentation, communication and interpersonal skills
- Analytical mindset
- Ability to manage customers, commercial opportunities and cross-functional activities
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- •Experience across USA, Europe, LATAM, APAC, Russia, MENA, South Korea, Japan or Taiwan regulated markets
- •API sales and marketing experience
- •International business development experience
- •Experience with pharmaceutical regulatory, technical and commercial requirements
- •Established customer relationships within API markets
REQUIRED VERIFIED SKILLS
API marketing
API business development
pharmaceutical market intelligence
customer relationship management
sales strategy
market expansion
price negotiation
revenue growth
competitor analysis
regulated markets
regulatory coordination
pharmaceutical supply chain
COMPENSATION & REWARDS
Salary: Competitive / Disclosed upon candidate shortlisting
Benefits: Benefits supporting employee wellbeing and professional growth; opportunities for continuous learning, collaboration and career development
The posting does not disclose a salary range or bonus/equity amount. Compensation should therefore be treated as undisclosed.
ORGANIZATION CONTEXT & CULTURE
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd is a leading pharmaceutical company with a broad portfolio spanning APIs and finished pharmaceutical products, serving markets in India and internationally.
TEAM SIZE: 30,000+ employees
INDUSTRY: Pharmaceuticals
Culture: Sun Pharma describes its culture through continuous improvement, taking ownership, collaboration and supporting employee growth.
EXPECTED CAREER ROADMAP
The role can progress toward Senior Manager, regional API business leadership, international commercial leadership or broader pharmaceutical business-development and marketing roles.
APPLICATION ADVISORY
Highlight 7-12 years of pharmaceutical-industry experience; clearly demonstrate API commercial or marketing experience; emphasize exposure to regulated international markets; quantify sales growth, revenue, market-share or customer-acquisition achievements; showcase price negotiation and key-account management; mention collaboration with regulatory, quality, R&D and SCM teams.
RECOMMENDED TRAINING
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