Othman Joundy

Senior Pharmaceutical Strategist | Value, Access & Product Positioning | Pharmacist & Bioengineer | Belgium

Brussels Metropolitan Area

About

Pharmacist & Bioengineer with 15 years of experience in pharmaceutical business and category management, combining strong therapeutic expertise with strategic, evidence-based decision making. Experienced in portfolio optimization, product launch strategy, and cross-functional leadership, with a focus on demonstrating product value and aligning medical, access, and commercial objectives. Passionate about leveraging scientific knowledge to support Market Access strategy, regulatory & reimbursement awareness, and stakeholder engagement within the Belgian healthcare system (INAMI / RIZIV). I thrive on solving complex strategic challenges, bridging science and business, and driving decisions that optimize therapeutic impact and patient access.

Experience

  • Senior Category Manager at Multipharma
    Jun 2018 - Present · 8 yrs 1 mo

    Lead strategic pharmaceutical category management, integrating therapeutic expertise, scientific evaluation, and regulatory awareness to optimize product portfolios. Collaborated with medical, regulatory, and commercial teams to align product strategy with market access considerations and evidence-based value propositions. Led cross-functional projects analyzing product performance and providing strategic recommendations for portfolio optimization, product positioning, and therapeutic impact. Managed supplier and partner interactions to ensure value-driven assortment and product positioning, balancing scientific evidence with market insights.

  • Freelance Healthcare Marketing & Communication Consultant at Freelance, self-employed
    Oct 2017 - Jun 2018 · 9 mos

    Provided strategic advisory services to healthcare clients, focusing on product value communication and therapeutic positioning. Designed marketing initiatives that translated scientific evidence into actionable product strategy, supporting launches and portfolio optimization

  • Head Of Sales & Marketing at EPC Familia
    Apr 2013 - Jun 2017 · 4 yrs 3 mos

    Defined and implemented integrated strategies at the intersection of medical, therapeutic and market insights to support evidence-based positioning and patient-centric initiatives. Led pharmacy network development ensuring alignment with quality of care standards and regulatory frameworks. Structured medical-commercial communication tools and training programs to guarantee consistency and compliance in scientific messaging. Directed cross-functional projects (medical, commercial, suppliers) with budget oversight and governance responsibility. Delivered compliant CRM and engagement programs approved by Belgian health authorities, reinforcing therapeutic value and stakeholder trust

  • Pharmacist Practionner at Pharmacies Servais
    Jun 2010 - Apr 2013 · 2 yrs 11 mos

    Delivered patient-focused pharmaceutical care, providing expert advice grounded in therapeutic knowledge and scientific evidence. Acted as a liaison between patients, prescribers, and suppliers, ensuring optimal medication use and compliance with regulatory requirements

  • Product and trade Marketing Manager Belgium - France at Beiersdorf
    Apr 2005 - Sep 2007 · 2 yrs 6 mos