Murali Balasubramanian

Highly Skilled Business Development Manager with Strong Healthcare & Phama Background
41 years oldMedical Sales/Health ConsultantCome from India Living in United Arab Emirates - Dubai
Language: Hindi, English, Arabic
Mandarin: not at all

Knowledgeable Business Development Manager with strong healthcare experience in client management, sales strategy development and sales pitch presentations to corporate as well as individual clients. Honest, confident and friendly communicator. Keeps up-to-date understanding of key markets, developing new strategies to capitalise on emerging customer trends. Proven success in multidisciplinary team handling & mentoring thereby to provide operational excellence & setting new records in sales. With a strong background in BD and OP Pharmacy Management, I actively utilize my certification in Artificial Intelligence for Healthcare from the National University of Singapore to drive growth and innovation within the healthcare industry. With over 15+ years of experience managing pharmacies in both the UAE & India, I am dedicated to leveraging advanced technology and data-driven insights to enhance healthcare delivery and outcomes.

Business Development Manager
Baldan Group, Italy
Aug 2023 - Now(9 months)

Built rapport with new and existing customers (both corporate & stand-alone) from diverse cultural backgrounds to maximise sales opportunities. Enhanced new business acquisition through strategic networking and lead generation by visiting KOLs & decision-makers. Customized promotional & upselling strategies to meet needs of different clients, products and services. Organized & represented company to public & investors at trade exhibitions and conventions like Dubai Derma, RADV Dubai, Arab Health; thereby, driving awareness of company's portfolio. Coordinated and managed paid marketing campaigns on different platforms, carefully overseeing results to deliver maximum ROI. Analysed and audited market competition, developing sales strategies that showcase unique business offerings. Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Cluster Manager - Pharmacy
MedOn Group of Pharmacies
Aug 2022 - May 2023(9 months)

Grew annual revenue by 25% with targeted sales like B2B and marketing strategy with operational excellence. Maintained ownership of both pharma & para-pharma sales pipeline, sourcing and developing new business opportunities to drive sales. Mentored first-level managers on corporate structure & team handling, Managed multidisciplinary team of 25 to 30 staff, driving performance with motivational strategies to exceed sales targets. Represented organization to public at campaigns.

Pharmacy Manager Cum Pharmacist
Life Pharmacy DHCC
Feb 2019 - Apr 2021(2 years)

Kept business in compliance with internal controls, industry regulations and health and safety requirements. Successfully cleared DHCC inspection with distinction & personal appreciation. Kept patient safety at forefront of dispensary and team operations. Organised and managed workflows of multidisciplinary team of 15 to 20 members, including prescription preparation, medication management and safety controls. Resolved problems encountered by patients, doctors and healthcare providers. Built strong team relationships with patients, surgeries and other healthcare professionals (B2B). Pursued new business opportunities by forging strong networks and contacting potential buyers. Monitored competitor activities, responding creatively to maintain relevancy and competitive edge.

Senior Pharmacist
Ramada Pharmacy (Former Med7 Group of Pharmacies)
Nov 2016 - Dec 2018(2 years)

In-charge for night shift, insurance followups, controlled & semi-controlled medicines, customer service followups, vendor management, etc.

Medical Transcriptionist
Aster Hospital
Jun 2015 - Oct 2016(a year)

Medical documentation as per JCI, DHA, MOH & HIPAA.

Clinical Pharmacist
Nanjappa Clinic
May 2012 - Jun 2015(3 years)

Pharmacy inventory management, ADR reporting, Pharmacy Therapeutic Committee meetings, Allergy information reporting & recording, etc.

Community Pharmacist
New Pharma
Aug 2006 - May 2012(6 years)

Pharmacy management, inventory & expiry responsibilities, etc.

National University of Singapore
, Artificial Intelligence for Healthcare
Jul 2023 - Sep 2023(a month)

Complete understanding of Artificial Intelligence related to healthcare.

The Tamilnadu Dr. MGR Medical University
, Pharmacy
Jun 2000 - Aug 2006(6 years)

Pharmaceutical Science

B2BCorporate salesArtificial IntelligenceComputer ApplicationBasic Life SupportContract NegotiationsDeal ClosingTrade Show OrganizationEvent HostingConference ParticipationBrandingDigital MarketingSocial Media MarketingInfluencer MarketingMultidisciplinary TeamTamilUrduPharmacy Beneficiary ManaICDSales ManagerAesthetic MachinesBeauty & Slimming DevicesMedical EquipmentDubai DermaArab HealthBeauty World Middle EastRADV DubaiRobotic AutomationPharma SalesPharmacy ManagerDubai Health AuthorityDHA PharmacistMinistry of Health & PreUAE Driving LicenceOwn CarFire Marshal I & IIDubai Healthcare CityStrong business acumenCompetitor AnalysisHealthcare Expertise