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Mahi Gizem Kocak

Healthcare Strategy & Healthcare Excellence
The Hague

Summary

Agile, out-of-the-box thinker and results-driven healthcare professional with over 10 years of international expertise in healthcare strategy, marketing, and sales across diverse therapeutic areas. Proven ability to analyze opportunities, prioritize effectively, and transform insights into tangible business value through the development and execution of impactful strategies. Experienced in market entry, category building for emerging markets, driving growth in established markets, and managing distributor models. Proven track record in owning and leading field forces to drive results. Passionate about fostering open communication and team collaboration to deliver exceptional outcomes. Eager to contribute to organizations focused on capitalizing on opportunities in related therapeutic areas and seeking talent capable of challenging the status quo to drive sustainable business success.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Healthcare Engagement Lead

Danone Nutricia
02.2023 - Current

Oversaw operations across 48 countries, managing a diverse team of 7 direct reports based in Panama, Ecuador, The Philippines, and The Netherlands.

Report directly to the Commercial Director, providing strategic insights and ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.

· Direct the delivery of key strategic objectives through the seamless execution of initiatives, maintaining alignment with overarching business goals.

· Own and implement the Healthcare Engagement Methodology, driving collaboration across cross-functional teams to achieve cohesive and efficient processes.

· Spearheaded Field Force Effectiveness programs, optimizing teams performance

· Design and execute Learning & Development initiatives for Field Force

· Develop and implement localized executional strategies by implementing continuous execution improvement programs

Therapatic Areas Growth Spaces & Strategy Manager

Danone Nutricia
08.2020 - 02.2023

Led market entry and growth strategies across therapeutic areas, driving business expansion and market penetration in 48 countries for 4 main categories.

Reported to the Marketing Director.

· Directed the company’s growth strategies, formulating scalable approaches to product expansion across diverse markets and categories.

· Conducted opportunity mapping for therapeutic areas (TAs) within each category, identifying high-potential markets and prioritizing strategic initiatives for maximum impact.

· Developed a four-year strategic growth plan, prioritizing market opportunities based on their potential and alignment with business goals.

· Formulated and executed market entry strategies for high-priority countries and categories, driving successful market penetration.

Successfully launched 4 product categories across 9 markets, with clear, strategically-driven plans and a comprehensive two-year execution roadmap.

Pediatrics Category Manager

Danone Nutricia
05.2016 - 08.2020

Directed the strategy and execution for Pead Allergy and Faltering Growthcategories in the Turkish market, reporting directly to the Head of Marketing and leading a team of 2 product managers.

· Introduced and established a Therapeutic Area Focus, a pioneering approach that enhanced market penetration and created a distinct competitive advantage, positioning the brand as the market leader.

· Revamped the communication strategy, shifting from a functional to an emotional communication strategy for the first time, fostering a deeper connection with consumers and elevating brand perception.

· Championed the implementation of multi-channel marketing initiatives, driving engagement and broadening the reach of brand messaging across diverse platforms.

· Developed and executed a regional strategy, tailoring actions to meet the unique needs and dynamics of each region, ensuring targeted and effective market engagement.

  • Analyzed sales performance and adjusted marketing strategies to optimize revenue generation.
  • Developed detailed sales forecasts based on historical data, allowing for proactive inventory management decisions.

Achieved market leadership within 18 months, despite a highly competitive landscape, by executing innovative and impactful strategies.

Delivered consistent double-digit growth in a mature market, demonstrating a strong ability to drive sustained business performance and growth in established sectors.

Regional Strategy Manager

Danone Nutricia
04.2013 - 05.2016

Managed operations and strategic initiatives across the Israel, Pakistan, and Iran markets, driving growth and market development. Reported directly to Foreign Markets Director

  • Designed and executed annual operational plans for existing product categories within these markets, ensuring alignment with business objectives and market dynamics.
  • Led market research efforts to explore potential new product categories, including Oncology, Neurology, Pead Allergy, and Inborn Error of Metabolism, identifying opportunities for expansion and market entry.

Education

MBA - Marketing

University of California
Irvine,CA
04.2001 -

Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Istanbul Technical University
Istanbul,Turkey
04.2001 -

Skills

  • Scientific Acumen
  • Collaborative Leadership
  • Agility & Adaptability
  • Growth-Oriented Mindset
  • Therapeutic Area Expertise
  • Multicultural Experience
  • Distributor Management

Certification

ICF -Coach

Timeline

Senior Leadership Journey

06-2024

Healthcare Engagement Lead

Danone Nutricia
02.2023 - Current

ICF -Coach

11-2022

Therapatic Areas Growth Spaces & Strategy Manager

Danone Nutricia
08.2020 - 02.2023

Pediatrics Category Manager

Danone Nutricia
05.2016 - 08.2020

Regional Strategy Manager

Danone Nutricia
04.2013 - 05.2016

MBA - Marketing

University of California
04.2001 -

Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Istanbul Technical University
04.2001 -
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