Product Manager Breast Cancer

At AstraZeneca we are guided in our work by a strong set of values, and we're resetting expectations of what a bio-pharmaceutical company can be. By truly following the science, we pioneer new methods, new thinking and bring unexpected teams together. Every one of our employees makes a difference to patient lives every day. In Global Sustainability you may not feel you're at the front line of research but your role in changing patients' lives is critical. Our mission is ambitious and it takes the skills of a collaborative team to really deliver on what science can do and to always put patients first.

We need great people who share our passion for science and have the drive and determination to meet the unmet needs of patients around the world. If you're swift to action, confident to lead, willing to collaborate, and curious about what science can do, then you're our kind of person.

Currently we are looking for Product Manager Breast Cancer to contribute to AZ’s commercial success through the development and implementation of marketing strategies and plans that lead to a sustainable, profitable and competitive positioning of AstraZeneca products in breast cancer therapeutic area. 

MAIN DUTIES:

Product marketing strategy, plans and business results

• Preparing, updating and implementing respective plans (Brand Operational and Strategic Plans) including short and long-term sales/market share/profitability targets of the brands in his/her area of responsibility in coordination with key internal stakeholders
• Gathering and interpreting accurately the customer segmentation, market analyses, competitor analyses, other developments within the sector and the respective data to ensure that the brand plans will reach the targets, integrating these to the operational plans and keeping the plans up to date
• Developing and implementing alternative/back up plans and strategies in a proactive manner in case of regulatory changes, competitive landscape etc.
• Effective collaboration with key functions (e.g. Medical, Commercial, Diagnostics Teams, Market Access) to implement optimal marketing strategy and deliver key business contribution

Planning and financial management

• Contributing to ensure that consistent forecasts are made for the market, market share and sales to maintain the continuity of the growth of the brand and to make maximum use of the potential
• Working in cooperation with marketing manager and marketing planning department if necessary to ensure that long term plans are made and revised in line with AZ planning processes. Managing deliveries with constant contact with global, supply & distribution team. Making the most efficient use of the investments budget through planning the marketing activities in a manner to provide the maximum benefit to ensure that the defined profitability and sales targets are reached

Integration of cross functions

• Establishing a bilateral communication with the sales team to ensure that the strategic and operational plans are appropriately implemented, informing, directing, and providing feedback to and receiving feedback from, the sales team during periodical and other meetings and following up the implementation of the plan
• To lead and coordinate activities of x-functional Brand Team

Customer Relations

• Defining the communication strategy for the target customer portfolio for each brand, sharing /improving/implementing this strategy with the respective functions
• Visiting customers on regular basis through planning dual visits with the sales team to provide suitable strategy to the market and ensure that potential problems are solved
• Building and maintaining relations with the Advisory Board Members and Associations as the representative of the Brand to obtain information about the market’s practices and strategies and to maximize the commercial opportunities for the brand
• Compliance with AZ principles and procedures
• Ensure all activities and responsibilities are carried out in compliance with the high standards of ethics and integrity required by the Code of Conduct, supporting Policies and Standards and Company Values to protect and enhance long term performance and reputation

Education, Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Experience in oncology – preferred
• Experience in designing effective marketing strategy for products associated with molecular diagnostics - preferred
• Excellent command of written and spoken English, Polish as native language
• Master degree required e.g. in Marketing, Management, Medical or relevant
• At least 3 years’ experience in an innovative pharmaceutical company in brand management position
• Customer-oriented personality with strong planning and organizational skills
• Analytical thinker and attentive to details
• Strategic thinker with ability to set product vision
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams, teamwork orientation  
• Excellent presentation and communication skills (verbal and written)
• Advanced knowledge in MS Office applications
• Ability to set and manage priorities, resources, performance targets and project initiatives in diversified internal environment
• High integrity and ethical standards
• Experience in marketing products in drug programs, successful track record of launching products

Join AstraZeneca and help us deliver life-changing medicines. Be among our employees who continue to make us an innovation-driven company that stands firmly among the world’s leaders in biopharmaceuticals. APPLY!

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.