Jorge Enrique Sáenz Montañez
El Casar
Summary
Organized, hardworking, passionate and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team and company goals. More than 20 years of experience in the multinational pharmaceutical industry leading success stories in different countries and regions of the world.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Affairs Area Professor
Talento Farmacéutico/EPHOS/Universidad Europea de Madrid
2021.06 - Current
- MBA in pharmaceutical and biotechnological industries.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Spain and Portugal Medical Director
Viatris Pharma
2019.11 - 2022.10
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Country Medical Director
Pfizer Spain and Eastern Europe
2017.09 - 2019.10
- Spain and Eastern Europe Medical Director.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Country Medical Director
Pfizer Essential Health
2014.08 - 2017.08
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Country Medical Director and Medical Lead
Pfizer
2012.03 - 2014.07
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Emerging Markets Medical Affairs Director
Pfizer
2011.06 - 2012.03
- Latin America, Asia, Africa and Middle East, Eastern Europe.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
Regional Medical Affairs Director
Pfizer LatinAmerica
2011.01 - 2012.03
- Urology/Women Health/CNS/Smoking Cessation
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Regional Medical Affairs Director
Pfizer LatinAmerica
2007.09 - 2010.12
- Cardiovascular products.
- Improved patient outcomes and delivery of care through improved clinical/therapeutic quality processes.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Led diverse team of medical and administrative professionals in day-to-day activities such as patient care, new business development, and patient relations.
- Assessed performance of medical care, equipment, supplies and pharmaceutical drugs.
- Developed alliances with internal departments resulting in improved communication and performance throughout region.
Country Medical Affairs Director
Pfizer
2005.07 - 2007.08
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Ass. Prof. Pharmaceutical Clinical Research Module
Universidad de la Sabana
2004.06 - 2005.06
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Training and Development Manager
Pfizer
2003.05 - 2005.06
- Evaluated success of training programs and recommended improvements to upper management to enhance effectiveness.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive training program to increase employee productivity and morale.
- Collaborated with other departments to align training programs with organizational goals and objectives.
- Conducted orientation sessions and organized on-the-job training for new hires.
- Monitored and evaluated training performance to determine quality and cohesiveness.
Clinical Research Manager
Pfizer CeLA Region (Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador)
2002.08 - 2003.04
- Worked with principal investigator and sponsors to facilitate daily trial activities and comply with research protocols.
- Screened patient records, databases, and physician referrals to identify prospective candidates for research studies.
- Collected data and followed research protocols, operations manuals, and case report form requirements.
- Followed informed consent processes and maintained records.
- Participated in initiation visits and investigator meetings, implementing trials in accordance with study timelines and budgets.
Quality Standards Manager
Pfizer CeLA Region (Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador)
2001.01 - 2002.07
- Performed regular compliance reviews and audits, identifying non-compliance issues.
- Addressed compliance issues by developing and implementing corrective action plans.
- Implemented effective compliance policies and procedures to meet regulatory requirements.
- Analyzed and identified risk areas to determine compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Medical Manager
Pfizer CeLA (Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador)
1999.04 - 2000.12
- Cardiovascular, Anti infective and SNC Products.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
- Created customized care plans, working with hospital staff and physicians to assess and meet individual needs.
Pharmacology Associated Professor
Universidad de la Sabana, School of Medicine
1996.01 - 1999.12
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Pharmacology Associated Professor
Universidad El Bosque, School of Medicine
1997.01 - 1999.12
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Pharmacology Associated Professor
Universidad Militar Nueva Granada
1998.01 - 1999.12
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
USMLE Program Director
Kaplan
1998.08 - 1999.12
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Founder and Director
Meditech
1993.01 - 1998.12
- Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
- Managed daily operations to foster increased productivity.
- Monitored and coordinated workflows to optimize resources.
- Formed strategic partnerships and connected with potential clients to drive business development.
- Monitored expenditures to mitigate risk of overages.
Education
Mindfulness - Health Sciences
University of Minessota
Minessota, USA06.2022
Heart-Brain Coherence and Heart-Brain Coherence Biofeedback techniques Certified Practitioner - Health Sciences
HeartMath Institute
California, USA02.2022
MDS: Neurobiology, Subtypes And Treatment Approach - Health Sciences
Harvard University
Boston, USA08.2011
Lipoprotein metabolism and dyslipidemia - Health Sciences
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, USA08.2008
Outcomes Research And Pharmacoeconomics - Health Sciences
Harvard University
Boston, USA07.2004
Marketing Advance Program - International Marketing
Universidad Adolfo Ibañez
Santiago De Chile, Chile03.2000
Operations Management Specialist - Management Science
Universidad De La Sabana
Bogotá, Colombia12.1997
Master - Pharmacology
Universidad Nacional
Bogotá, Colombia12.1996
ESOL (English As A Second Language) - English Language And Literature
Lindsey Hopkins Technical Education Center
Miami, USA06.1990
M.D. - Health Sciences
Escuela De Medicina Juan N. Corpas
Bogotá, Colombia12.1987
Skills
- Medical Affairs
- Emerging Markets
- International Markets Understanding
- International Markets Familiarity
- Medical Management
- Medical Assessments
- Medical Ethics
- Managed Markets
- Understanding of Medical Affairs
- Understanding of Target Markets
- Pharmaceutical Affairs Law
- European Markets
- Capital Markets Management
- Medical Education
Accomplishments
- The first Latin American Consensus on smoking cessation.
- The first bioavailability and bioequivalence strategic plan for LA.
- The successful closure of 100% of the Pfizer´s clinical studies in South LA as a critical step prior to the incorporation of the research model based on CROs.
- The first strategic plan for medical training of the sales force in South LA.
- The creation of the Pfizer Scientific Institute in Colombia, considered the most successful industry initiative for the training support of health professionals in the country.
- The creation of the "Adherence to therapy" area at Pfizer Spain as well as the Adherence network with national and international academic institutions and KOLs.
- Budget execution levels of 100% in all my positions as Area Director.
- Challenging growth and development plans for the members of my teams, managing to locate colleagues from Colombia, Mexico, and Spain in international positions, among many other achievements.
- Member of steering committees in different countries and regions, patron of the Pfizer Spain Foundation and official speaker of the company for all medical matters in different countries and regions of the world.
Additional Information
- HOBBIES: , 2012- 2019 Writer Author of the books "Quantum Dialogues I" and "Quantum Dialogues II", focused on the integration of quantum physics and spirituality.
Timeline
Medical Affairs Area Professor
Talento Farmacéutico/EPHOS/Universidad Europea de Madrid
2021.06 - Current
Spain and Portugal Medical Director
Viatris Pharma
2019.11 - 2022.10
Country Medical Director
Pfizer Spain and Eastern Europe
2017.09 - 2019.10
Country Medical Director
Pfizer Essential Health
2014.08 - 2017.08
Country Medical Director and Medical Lead
Pfizer
2012.03 - 2014.07
Emerging Markets Medical Affairs Director
Pfizer
2011.06 - 2012.03
Regional Medical Affairs Director
Pfizer LatinAmerica
2011.01 - 2012.03
Regional Medical Affairs Director
Pfizer LatinAmerica
2007.09 - 2010.12
Country Medical Affairs Director
Pfizer
2005.07 - 2007.08
Ass. Prof. Pharmaceutical Clinical Research Module
Universidad de la Sabana
2004.06 - 2005.06
Training and Development Manager
Pfizer
2003.05 - 2005.06
Clinical Research Manager
Pfizer CeLA Region (Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador)
2002.08 - 2003.04
Quality Standards Manager
Pfizer CeLA Region (Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador)
2001.01 - 2002.07
Medical Manager
Pfizer CeLA (Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador)
1999.04 - 2000.12
USMLE Program Director
Kaplan
1998.08 - 1999.12
Pharmacology Associated Professor
Universidad Militar Nueva Granada
1998.01 - 1999.12
Pharmacology Associated Professor
Universidad El Bosque, School of Medicine
1997.01 - 1999.12
Pharmacology Associated Professor
Universidad de la Sabana, School of Medicine
1996.01 - 1999.12
Founder and Director
Meditech
1993.01 - 1998.12
Mindfulness - Health Sciences
University of Minessota
Heart-Brain Coherence and Heart-Brain Coherence Biofeedback techniques Certified Practitioner - Health Sciences
HeartMath Institute
MDS: Neurobiology, Subtypes And Treatment Approach - Health Sciences
Harvard University
Lipoprotein metabolism and dyslipidemia - Health Sciences
Johns Hopkins University
Outcomes Research And Pharmacoeconomics - Health Sciences
Harvard University
Marketing Advance Program - International Marketing
Universidad Adolfo Ibañez
Operations Management Specialist - Management Science
Universidad De La Sabana
Master - Pharmacology
Universidad Nacional
ESOL (English As A Second Language) - English Language And Literature
Lindsey Hopkins Technical Education Center
M.D. - Health Sciences
Escuela De Medicina Juan N. Corpas
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