Who we are and what we stand for

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialization of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we’re more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies.

With a combination-focused pipeline that exploits the power of four scientific platforms to help address unmet clinical needs in a host of cancers, we are motivated by a dedication to the scientific discovery and collaboration that will one day help eliminate cancer as a cause of death. For more information about our recent developments in oncology, access https://www.astrazeneca.com/our-therapy-areas/oncology.html.

We are looking for great people who share our passion for science and have the drive and determination to meet the unmet needs of patients. It’s our patients that come first, every decision we make and action we take is centered around how we can better serve them. It’s why we are shaping patient care for the future, working along the whole experience to give hope to billions of lives across the world.

The role

Purpose

The Product Manager will contribute to the development and implementation of the strategic and tactical plan for the assigned Oncology product throughout its lifecycle and will oversee the success of designated projects that truly delivers for patients, healthcare providers and AZ. The Product Manager will be directly accountable for the impact of designated projects in Oncology therapy in Romania and will deliver this by innovating and competing effectively through cohesive global and local cross-functional working.

Key responsibilities

• Understands and articulates the patients’ perspective from the moment of diagnosis and throughout their journey. Uses this and marketplace insight to deliver effective and competitive strategic and tactical marketing plans;
• Ensures that strong external relationships within relevant Oncology areas are built and maintained;
• Inspires the team to develop and utilize this patient understanding to challenge and innovate thereby ensuring that AZ truly delivers for these people;
• Works with the medical and promotional teams to help shape brand direction ensuring the critical success factors for the country are supported;
• Ensures that, through a deep understanding of the patient journey, designated projects deliver essential short-term growth and long term success;
• Works with cross functional teams to develop clear ‘value’ propositions for patients and Healthcare systems/Healthcare professionals, aligned with the brand team strategy;
• Ensures engaging operational and tactical implementation of the brand plan, analyzing, anticipating and, where possible, shaping marketplace changes and identifying and maximizing new growth opportunities;
• Implements a truly cross-function account planning and customer engagement strategy for the brand and regularly seeks cross-functional feedback to ensure it is functioning effectively and explore new and innovative approaches;
• In conjunction with procurement, sources and engages external agencies and suppliers to help enhance brand performance. Leads regular performance review meetings to ensure optimal performance and value for money;
• Oversees the budget;
• Agrees and delivers upon growth, sales and operational metrics, measurements and targets for the brand.

The profile

• Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience in bio-pharmaceutical commercial field, with brand management role or assignments ideally in oncology;
• Patient centric approach with thorough knowledge of patient flow / journey;
• Creative marketing capabilities together with rigorous commercial business sense; brand positioning, segmentation and valuation;
• Ability to challenge, influence, contract and drive change with various internal and external stakeholders;
• Demonstrated entrepreneurial spirit and orientation towards solutions; challenging the status quo in the right way;
• Strong marketing expertise in digital environment, with a successful track record of engaging large patients pulls;
• Proven ability to build a common agenda to meeting a common goal;
• Excellent communication skills, written and presentation.
• Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills
• High energy, organized, able to successfully drive performance and deliver results in a timely and efficient manner
• High ethical standards

Let's meet

Should you be attracted by this career opportunity, we look forward to receiving your application and to engage in a productive conversation.

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AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity.  We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills.  We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.  We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics.  We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.