Marketing Manager Oncology

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This is an exciting period for us, as well as for those poised to join us. Our ambition is to push the boundaries of science to change the practice of medicine and transform the lives of patients living with cancer. To accomplish this, we focus on research and development and our commercial capabilities to deliver a new generation of medicines that have the potential to redefine cancer treatment. Our robust pipeline includes investigational therapies in varied stages of clinical development, from recently approved products to earlier-stage molecules in clinical trials. We aspire to transform the lives of cancer patients, working to eliminate cancer as a cause of death in the future.

Main Duties And Responsibilities

Develops strategy and objectives in line with the overall business plan and supports their tactical implementation. Leads a functional team or partner teams to ensure performance objectives are achieved in line with the agreed business strategy and business objectives. May be regional or functional specific and typically heads a team of professional and support staff.

To contribute to AZ’s long-term business success through the development and implementation of marketing strategies that lead to a sustainable, profitable and competitive positioning of the therapeutic areas/brands in his/her area of responsibility in the market, and the direction of the team he/she is responsible for.

Objectives:

• Marketing strategy for therapeutic areas and business results
• Planning and financial management
• Cross functions integration
• Customer/Opinion Leader & Corporate Relations
• Leadership and management
• Compliance with AZ principles and procedures
• Personal development

Education, Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Essential:

• Excellent command of written and spoken English
• Master degree required e.g. in Marketing, Management, Medical or relevant
• At least 10 years’ experience in a pharmaceutical company, preferably in sales or marketing area
• Proven experience in Brand Management, Marketing management role
• Experience in Launching new products
• Customer-oriented personality with strong planning and interpersonal skills
• Strategic thinker with ability to set product vision
• Experience leading complex projects
• Understanding of the development and commercialization of pharmaceutical products
• Understanding of Healthcare environment
• Diagnostic knowledge
• Experience in Insight/Market Research
• Demonstrated experience in working within cross-functional business units
• Strong understanding of local healthcare system pricing and reimbursement
• Budget management and forecasting experience

Desirable:

• Sales and/or Sales Leadership experience
• Immunology, Biologics and/or precision medicine acumen
• Influencing & People leadership
• Successful delivery of strategic and operational plans within a therapeutic or business area
• Experience working within the Oncology market is a plus
• Experience working directly with key opinion leaders and conducting voice-of-customer

External Key Relationships

• Healthcare Professionals & Key External Experts (KEEs)
• Creative agencies
• Media
• 3rd Party Suppliers

Key personal capabilities and attitude

• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Good Planning and Organisational Skills
• Good Scientific knowledge
• Ability to develop Strategic Plans
• Eye For Business & Data accuracy

Next Steps – Apply today!

To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please complete the full application on our website at your earliest convenience – it is the only way that our Recruiter and Hiring Manager can know that you feel well qualified for this opportunity. If you know someone who would be an excellent fit, please share this posting with them.

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