CURRICULUM VITAE
IOANNIS PATELIS
7, Giannopoulou Str., 151 21 Pefki Tel:- (home),- (mob)
Email:-LinkedIn: https://gr.linkedin.com/in/ioannis-patelis-a-
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
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Senior Sales Executive with 18+ years of successful experience in leading and
managing Pharmaceutical & OTC Sales in Dermatology and 4 years in Orthopedics,
within demanding multinational environments.
Proven success record in driving growth, meeting and exceeding targets/objectives, and achieving
performance excellence. Led successful execution of sales initiatives and operation of CRM systems.
Adept at managing communication with internal cross functional partners and external stakeholders.
Assertive, tenacious and results-driven manager with strong motivational and team
building/leading competencies. Strategic problem solver with broad planning, coordination and
negotiation experience.
WORKING EXPERIENCE
MABICO Pharmaceutical & Medical Sales Services
Oct 2020-Today
KAM running projects in the field of Neurologists and Orthopedics
KYRITSIS ORTHOPEDICS
Nov 2018- Aug 2020
Distributor and Manufacturer of well-known orthopedic brands
Commercial Director Direct Report to GM
Key Responsibilities
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Sales planning and effective management of SF activities and tactics/strategies
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Managing a team of 4 Pharmacy Sales Reps
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Responsible to monitor and visit Key Accounts (Wholesalers and Big Pharmacies)
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Monitor the orders route in the warehouse
Key projects
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Split of sales team areas and implementation of segmented list of pharmacies leading to
targeted visits and time saving of the team.
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Effectively implement existing checking system for orders packaging that reflected to 25 working
hours saving per month.
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Implementation of CRM order taking that reflects to accurate orders delivery and visits planing.
Key Accomplishments
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2019 performance +6%
NEOBEAUTY COSMETICS
Feb 2017- July 2018
Distributor of well-known cosmetic brands such as Arcaya
Sales and Marketing Manager Direct Report to GM
Key Responsibilities
• Strategy setting and managing Sales function / Coordination of MKT activities
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Sales planning and effective management of SF activities and tactics/strategies
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Managing a team of 4 Sales Reps, 4 promoters & 1 Digital Marketing
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Maintenance and development of strong bonds with major pharmacists and KAM
Key project
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Effectively launch new digital campaign and strategy for Feb 2018
• Set strategy to penetrate and develop into leading POS in the pharmacy market Jan 2018
Key Accomplishments
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Managed to place strategic brand products to 3 out of top 6 pharmacy e-shops contributing to a
15% share of total company sales.
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Launched company e-shop that contributed a 5% to company total sales
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IOANNIS PATELIS
CURRICULUM VITAE
Sept 2001 – May 2016
GALDERMA HELLAS S.A.
Dermatology company providing dermatology prescription, self-medication and aesthetic / corrective products (Nestle Group)
Sales and Marketing Manager (Direct Report to Regional Director & GM from Oct 2015) Feb 2014 – May 2016
Key Responsibilities
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Strategy setting and managing Sales function / Coordination of MKT activities
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Active participation in budget preparation 3YOP & presentation (2015 & 2016) to corporate
(Regional Director, Financial Controller & GMs of the region)
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Sales Planning and effective management of SF activities and tactics/strategies
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Preparation of all monthly Sell Out data reports & Monthly Rolling Forecast report for corporate
Monitor of orders forecasting to avoid Out of Stock (OOS)
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Sales & MKT for Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer (NMSC) portfolio (Metvix & Actinica)
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Managing a team of 5 MSRs, 4 Sales Reps, 1 Senior Brand Manager & 1 MKT Trainee
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Maintenance and development of strong bonds with major dermatologists and KOL
Key Projects
Introduced new CRM/CLM system for OTC team including compatible e-ordering system resulting in
accurate monitoring of pharmacists, no lost orders and 30% order delivery time improvement
Launched Metvix DL, a NMSC portfolio product (01/2016) – Pre-launch activities, material
development & training of the SF (Q42015 - Q1 2016)
Launched successfully the OTC business to pharmacies with a portfolio of sun care products and
dermocosmetics following corporate strategic decision on 02/2014
Major Accomplishments
Spearheaded and succeeded in including Epiduo and Oracea brands in the positive list (Q4 2014),
performing all necessary actions in collaboration with global Market Access team, RA & Derms
association and successfully presenting file with RA to Health Authorities (Q2&Q3 2014). Results:
+19% (2014) & +40% (2015) vs. relevant targets. Epiduo nominated for Best Performance in 2015
among EMEA countries (top 3)
Achieved 15% growth in 2015 7th in ranking as 3rd fastest growing company in D class market.
Achieved 10% growth in 2014 in D class market 8th in ranking in a market with 0,0% growth
Coordinated the launch of media plan for Loceryl NL (switch from Rx to OTC) in 09/2015 resulting
in 100% sales increase (09 &10/2015)
Sales & Marketing Coordinator (Direct Report to Regional Director)
Key Responsibilities
Sept 2010 – Feb 2014
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SF management & Sales Planning / Monitoring of SF activities through CRM
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Active participation in budget preparation 3YOP (2012 & 2014) & presentation to corporate
(Regional Director, Financial Controller & other GMs of the region)
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Coordination of MKT activities (New Product launches, conferences etc.)
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Monthly monitoring of orders forecasting to avoid OOS situation
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Management of a team of 4 MSRs and 1 Product Manager
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MKT & Sales of NMSC portfolio (Metvix)
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Managing effectively to maintain and develop strong bonds with all major dermatologists and
keeping involved in main KOL in company’s activities
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Preparation and submission of monthly reports
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Key Projects
Proposed and monitored the implementation of new CRM/CLM (Veeva) enabling e-detailing
presentations to doctors for the Rx team, surveys production while securing cost savings
Prepared the launch of OTC business:
Built MKT strategy for the launch of Sun Care brands Daylong & Actinica
Researched strategic partnership for the promotion of OTC portfolio in the level of MKT and Sales
Force (Q2-Q4 2013)
Major Accomplishments
Effectively managed the launch of strategic brand Epiduo (2011), succeeding a leading 8% unit MS
within 6 months, whilst market was declining by 32% in units. Product reached 21% contribution to
total Sales Turnover at the end of 2013
Achieved +4,6 % growth (2013) and fully met Sales Target despite diverse market conditions
Feb 2008 – Sept 2010
Field Force Coordinator (Direct Report to GM)
Key Responsibilities
• Monitoring and coordinating Sales force activities / Sales Planning
• Market / Sales Analysis compilation and Sales Forecasts preparation
• Management of a team of 4 MSRs
• Building and maintaining strong bonds with major dermatologists and keep involved KOL in
company’s activities
Key Projects
• Initiated and implemented a CRM system and trained the Rx team in the new CRM, securing
consistency and accuracy in company DB, structured planning, reports and time management.
Major Accomplishments
Recruited and trained a totally new Rx sales force of 4 MSRs (in replacement of the old team) in
Q3 & Q4 2008, leading to a 23,7% sales growth in 2009.
Medical Sales Representative (Direct Report to GM)
Sept 2001 – Feb 2008
Key Responsibilities
Promote mainly Acne portfolio / Adaferin & Onychomycosis / Loceryl to Dermatologists in the areas of
North & West Attica, Crete, Epirus and Eastern Central Greece
Major Accomplishments
Best MSR Greece in 2004, participated in EMEA Excellence Awards
Best MSR Greece in 2003, participated in EMEA Excellence Awards
1990 – 2001
GR. SARANTIS S.A.
1998 – 2001
Decoration Dep.Promotion (Selective Cosmetics)
Supply Chain & Distribution Coordinator (NATALY’S SHOPS CHAIN)
1991 – 1997
(Selective Cosmetics / MKT Department)
1990 – 1991
ELTRANS INTERNATIONAL TRANSPORTS S.A.
1984 – 1990
Office Employee
EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
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EEFAM
Advanced Certificate in Strategic Pharmaceutical Marketing
Oct 2013 – Apr 2014
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EEDE
Diploma in Sales Management
Oct 2008 – July 2009
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ΙΕΚ ΑΚΤΟ
Sep 1993 – June 1995
Diploma of Higher Education in Photography of MIDDLESEX UNIVERSITY
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ΙΕΚ DELTA
Sept 1984 – May1987
Diploma of Higher Education in Programming – Analysis
SEMINARS
Situational Leadership, KEN BLANCHARD Co, 2012
Negotiation Skills, SCOTWORK, 2012
FOREIGN LANGUAGES
IT LITERACY
English (Fluent)
MS Office 16: Excel, Word & PowerPoint, CRM/CLM-ERP Atlantis
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