Dirk Bremen
Freelance Interim Management
Experience
Oct 2023 - Present
1 year 10 monthsPotsdam, Germany
Freelance Interim Management
BBI Health
- Acting MD Operations for two pharmaceutical wholesale companies (GDP-QP & GDP-RP).
- GDMP/WDL license obtained in less than 6 months.
- Developed operational strategies, market access plans, and clinical trial setups.
- Led organizational restructuring, business planning, and contract management.
- Secured exclusive distribution rights for a novel FeNO testing device in the DACH region.
Feb 2022 - Sep 2023
1 year 8 monthsSchönefeld, Germany
Managing Director
Euromed Pharma D-A-CH GmbH
- Established business operations in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
- Set up the supply chain and obtained regulatory authorizations.
- Acquired and launched a new generic pharmaceutical portfolio.
- Served as Qualified Person (QP) and led business development efforts.
- Achieved 9.6 million euros in turnover in H1 2023, with +€130k EBITDA.
Aug 2019 - Jan 2022
2 years 6 monthsBad Homburg, Germany
Managing Director
Circassia GmbH
- General Manager for Germany, Austria, Poland, and Switzerland.
- Led cross-functional teams in Marketing, Market Access, Medical, Finance, and Sales.
- Managed B2B distribution partnerships and oversaw clinical activities.
- Held full P&L accountability and sat on the global executive leadership team.
- Focus areas: Respiratory & Allergy.
- +35% year-over-year revenue growth.
- +65% year-over-year EBITDA growth.
Sep 2017 - Aug 2019
2 yearsSchönefeld, Germany
Country Manager & Managing Director
Dompé Deutschland GmbH
- Set up and led regional operations in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
- Spearheaded market access strategies and KOL engagement for a rare neuro-ophthalmologic product.
- Successfully negotiated two AMNOG agreements and launched the first ATMP for acute leukemia in Germany.
- Oversaw financial and operational performance with full P&L responsibility.
- +€2.5 million in sales in Year 1 post-launch.
- Successful launch of the first ATMP on the German market.
- Negotiated only an 8% discount on the launch price for Oxervate and 0% discount for Zalmoxis.
May 2014 - Aug 2017
3 years 4 monthsBerlin, Germany
Head of Sales
Zambon GmbH
- Built and led a high-performing sales team (3 area managers, 24 specialist reps, 6 KAMs, 3 support staff).
- Delivered a successful launch of Safinamide in Germany:
- €15 million in sales in Year 1
- €24 million in sales in Year 2
- Developed commercial strategies for specialty and OTC brands in Neurology & Respiratory.
- Led sales force effectiveness (SFE) initiatives across the EU.
Aug 2004 - Jan 2014
9 years 6 monthsEspoo, Finland
Senior Global Business Manager CNS & Critical Care
Orion Corporation
- Led European franchise strategy and global KOL engagement.
- Managed €580M Neurology franchise, overseeing brand marketing and lifecycle management.
- Launched the critical care portfolio (dexmedetomidine).
May 2002 - Aug 2004
2 years 4 monthsEspoo, Finland
Product Manager
Orion Corporation
- Managed national marketing strategy, budget, and sales performance.
- Launched 2 CNS brands on the German market.
May 2000 - Apr 2002
2 yearsEspoo, Finland
Senior Medical Science Liaison
Orion Corporation
- Developed medical education programs and managed KOL engagement.
- Supported clinical trials, IITs, and publication management.
Feb 1999 - Apr 2000
1 year 3 monthsFreiburg im Breisgau, Germany
Medical Science Liaison
Goedecke Parke Davis GmbH
- Conducted key account management and medical education initiatives.
Nov 1997 - Jan 1999
1 year 3 monthsHaar, Germany
Sales Representative
MSD SHARP & DOHME GmbH
- Promoted pharmaceutical products to specialists and GPs.
- Conducted medical training and attended national congresses.
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Commercial Leader with 20+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical, medical device and biotech industries. Proven track record of building high-performing sales teams, driving revenue growth, and implementing effective commercial strategies. Expertise in sales force effectiveness (SFE), key account management, and commercial strategy development. A leader with a strong focus on achieving business objectives and fostering long-term client relationships.
- Commercial Leadership & Team Building
- Revenue Growth & Market Expansion
- Key Account Management (KAM)
- Sales Force Effectiveness (SFE)
- Commercial Strategy Development
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- First- and second-line leadership of teams up to 50 people
Languages
German
NativeEnglish
AdvancedFrench
AdvancedEducation
Oct 1990 - Jun 1994
Universität Stuttgart Hohenheim
Biology · Biology · Stuttgart, Germany
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Human Biology, Neuroscience · Human Biology
Certifications & licenses
GDMP/WDL license
Qualified Person (QP)
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