Brand Manager in Rare Diseases - Based in Athens

BRAND MANAGER IN RARE DISEASES - BASED IN ATHENS

Do you want to transform the practice of medicine to impact patients’ lives? Do you want to be trusted and empowered to innovate? Would you like to apply your expertise to impact the Rare Diseases Business Unit in a company that follows the science and turns ideas into life-changing medicines?

ABOUT ASTRAZENECA

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. Here you will have the opportunity to get to make your mark as you do something rewarding for patients, healthcare and our wider society. Jump in and be a part of it.

We are working to change treatment paradigms across these diseases, through innovative strategies, compelling scientific evidence and differentiated medicines. We are results-driven and ambitious, we thrive in our vibrant environment. There’s a fusion of support, trust and agility that allows us to be hands-on and take ownership as we run fast to stay ahead.

SITE DESCRIPTION

Welcome to Athens, one of over 400 sites here at AstraZeneca, providing a collaborative environment where everyone feels comfortable and able to be themselves, is at the core of AstraZeneca’s priorities, it’s important to us that you bring your full self to work every day. To help you maintain your best self.

BUSINESS AREA

In the Rare Diseases Business Unit we relentlessly follow the science, challenging the status quo to deliver more effective treatments to patients in need. Our commitment means we purposefully push back the limits of knowledge to change the practice of medicine. To ensure no patient is left behind, no matter what stage of disease.

We have an opportunity for a Brand Manager role in the Rare Diseases Business Unit.

The Brand Manager plays a pivotal role in channeling our scientific capabilities to make a positive impact on changing patients’ lives. S(he) will be the brand owner of planning and executing the external strategic plan with key customers for our product. This position will report directly to the Rare Diseases Business Unit Director and will work in close partnership with cross functional team including sales, medical and other functions to ensure we have a strong market presence.

What you’ll do

• 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 plan(s)
• Ensures that strong external relationships within Rare Disease of interest are built and maintained
• Leads the creation of innovative and highly effective Strategic brand plans for the Brand, identifies and maximizes new growth opportunities
• Implements a truly cross-functional account planning and customer engagement strategy for the Brand and regularly seeks feedback to ensure effectiveness and explore new and innovative approaches
• In conjunction with procurement, sources and engages external agencies and suppliers to enhance Brand performance. Leads regular performance review meetings to ensure optimal performance
• Oversees the budget management for the Brand

Essential for the role

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in scientific or business discipline
• Minimum three (3) years of strong marketing background in pharmaceutical market
• Cross functional collaboration mindset
• Successful Product Launch Record
• Account management experience
• Communication skills
• Strategic thinking with a strong understanding of market shaping & brand building
• Analytical thinking and data synthesis ability
• Result-oriented mindset
• Effective stakeholder and relationship management experience; able to interact at multiple levels within and outside of AstraZeneca
• Fluency in English and Greek language

Desirable for the role

•  Master’s Degree
•  Experience in Rare Diseases is highly preferable

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

So, what’s next?

• Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you.
• Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We have one seat available and we hope it’s yours.

Where can I find out more?

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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.