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Sonali  Panchal

Sonali Panchal

Group Product Manager
Mumbai,MH

Summary

Group Product Manager translating pharmaceutical brand insight into marketing plans across therapy portfolios. Builds on market research, HCP engagement, and sales force training experience to shape positioning, support field execution, and strengthen in-clinic impact. Brings a commercial mindset shaped by P&L ownership, with attention to growth, profitability, and market ranking.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages

Work History

Group Product Manager

Abbott India
Mumbai
03.2025 - Current
  • Lead marketing strategy for Prothiaden, managing a ₹100 Cr portfolio and strengthening brand positioning.
  • Track performance against 97% sales targets while maintaining disciplined execution of HO plans.
  • Maintain 100% execution of HO plans to support portfolio growth, profitability, and operational consistency.
  • Advance Prothiaden to the 2nd largest antidepressant brand, and improving market ranking by one position.
  • Conduct in-depth market research through advisory board meetings and HCP immersion programs to identify growth opportunities across psychiatry, neurology, and consulting physician specialties.
  • Design and implement sales force training programs that strengthen scientific communication, customer engagement, and in-clinic effectiveness.
  • Create and activate the "Bring Back the Smile" in-clinic campaign to build awareness of anxiety linked to chronic conditions.

Group Product Manager

JB Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Limited
Mumbai, MH
04.2023 - 03.2025
  • Directing the marketing strategy for the Sporlac brand, managing a 140 Cr portfolio and positioning it as the 4th leading brand in the probiotic market.
  • Conducting in-depth market research to uncover growth opportunities and expanding brand reach across key specialties such as Pediatricians, Gynecologists, IVF Specialists, Consulting Physicians, and Nephrologists.
  • Launching new product line extensions within the Sporlac franchise, contributing to substantial portfolio growth.
  • Executing targeted social media campaigns and strategic geographic expansions to solidify market presence in underrepresented regions.
  • Designing and implementing effective training programs to enhance sales force communication and improve in-clinic effectiveness.
  • Spearheading the "Diarrhea Free Monsoon Campaign" in collaboration with 40+ KOLs, boosting brand advocacy and increasing customer loyalty.
  • Consistently achieving 100% sales targets, maintaining EBITDA of 102%, and managing divisional budgets and productivity metrics.

Key Highlights:

  • Received accolades for innovative marketing strategies that led to an 24% increase in product Rxns and sales within targeted demographics.
  • Recognized for innovative marketing strategies that led to a 18% increase in Rxn within the pediatric probiotic segment, underscoring a deep understanding of market dynamics.

Senior Product Manager & Group Product Manager

Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Mumbai, MH
05.2012 - 03.2023
  • Managed the Azithral portfolio, worth over 450 Cr, successfully leading its strategic growth to maintain its position as the most prescribed antibiotic liquid in the pediatric segment
  • Developed and implemented educational programs and academic workshops that enhanced engagement with healthcare professionals, fostering brand loyalty
  • Collaborated with sales teams to ensure seamless execution of campaigns and alignment with strategic market goals
  • Conducted thorough competitive and market trend analyses, identifying key opportunities to preserve market leadership
  • Led the marketing strategy for key brands such as PEGTEARS, Moxoft, and Moxoft LP, creating tailored communication strategies for optimal market penetration
  • Established PEGTEARS in the LASIK domain through innovative messaging and strategic clinical positioning.
  • Recommended and implemented key formulation changes to enhance product relevance and boost competitiveness in the market.
  • Partnered with the sales team to drive strategy execution and maximize prescription growth

Key Highlights:

  • Successfully implemented innovative marketing strategies that resulted in maintaining No.1 prescribed brand within the pediatric antibiotic segment by Pediatricians for consecutive
    7.5 years.

Education

Certificate Programme in Digital Marketing & Strategy - Digital Marketing

Indian Institute of Management, Indore
India
08-2026

Master of Business Administration - Pharmaceutical Marketing and Management

NMIMS University
Mumbai
07-2012

Bachelor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy

NMIMS University
Mumbai
07-2012

Skills

Market research & analysis

Brand management

Brand positioning strategies

Product portfolio management

Product launch management

Market segmentation

P&L management

Strategic planning and execution

Healthcare professional engagement

Sales force training

Commercial forecasting

Competitive intelligence

Demand forecasting

KOL management

Accomplishments

  • Received the Annual Achievers Award (2012-2013) for outstanding brand performance.
  • Played a key role in Azithral achieving a 150 Cr milestone in 2019
  • Awarded the Annual Achievers Award (2019-2020) for top-line contributions to Azithral.
  • Won the Best Campaign Award at JB Marketing Conclave (June 2023).
  • Recognized with the ACE Performance Award (2023-25).
  • Honored with the Best Brand Revival Award (2024-2025).

Work Availability

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Quote

There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins

Timeline

Group Product Manager

Abbott India
03.2025 - Current

Group Product Manager

JB Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Limited
04.2023 - 03.2025

Senior Product Manager & Group Product Manager

Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd
05.2012 - 03.2023

Certificate Programme in Digital Marketing & Strategy - Digital Marketing

Indian Institute of Management, Indore

Master of Business Administration - Pharmaceutical Marketing and Management

NMIMS University

Bachelor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy

NMIMS University
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