Senior Manager - Congress Lead (US Remote)

Location: Remote in U.S

At AstraZeneca we work together across global boundaries to make an impact and find answers to challenges. We do this with the utmost integrity even in the mostdifficult situationsbecause we are committed to doing the right thing. We continuously forge partnerships that help pursue world-class medicines in new ways, combining our people’s exceptional skills with those of people from all over the globe.

The Oncology therapy area at AstraZeneca is unparalleled. We have built and strategicallyacquiredone of the most promising Oncology pipelines in the industry. You will be among inspiring oncology industry leaders who will keep you engaged and empower you to be the best.

Weseek outopportunities to do dynamic and significant work which means wewon'tjust follow the same course of actiontime and againif we can see potential ina different wayof building life changing medicine. We share a collective sense of urgency - to defeat cancer and improve the lives of cancer patients.

In addition to being one of the world's leading pharmaceutical companies, AstraZeneca is proud to provide a unique workplace culture that inspires innovation and cross-boundary collaboration. Within thisenvironmentemployees are empowered to express diverse perspectives, and are made to feel valued,energizedand rewarded for their ideas and creativity. This is a remote role in the U.S.

• One of the most exciting and fastest growing Oncologyportfolioworldwide

• One of the strongest Oncology pipelines in the industry

• Wellpoised to become a world leader in several areas of oncology, with established and emerging blockbuster brands

• Progressive company, diverse and inclusive

• We live by our values

• Highest visibility in the organization and externally

Role Description:

TheSenior Manager, Congress Lead will operationalizeAstraZeneca’s breast franchisestrategy through Congressexecution.Responsible for planning, executing, andoptimizingcompliant congress activationactivities. This rolewill work in close collaboration with franchise counterparts and cross-functional partners and driveexecutionalalignment across multiplebreast cancerbrands and indicationsthroughoperational excellence.

Key Accountabilities:

• Drive congress execution acrossAstraZeneca’sbreast cancer franchise

• Partner with Sales, Medical Affairs, Regulatory, Legal, and external agencies to align efforts and execute initiatives.

• Manage budget and associated AZ processes

• Lead the tactical elements of the annual operational planning process in partnership with agencies and cross-functional partners

• Manage partner agency relationships,workflowand related project budgets – includingtimelyoperations (e.g.POs, invoices, etc.)

Minimum qualifications 

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant field

• 3 years’ experience in pharmaceutical and/or healthcare industry with experience in one or more of the following: managed markets, brand marketing, sales, market research/analytics, strategic planning

Preferred qualifications 

• Prior in-linecongress leadexperience

• MBA in relevant field

• Oncology, rare disease, or specialty care experience highly preferred

• Understanding of U.S. Oncology landscape including Community Oncology and Hospital Oncology dynamics, GPOs, Payer landscape, Specialty Pharmacy stakeholders

• Marketing experience (developing brand strategy, performing positioning, messaging, segmentation, targeting, leading ad agency, providing direction on annual budget planning)

• Experience across multiple promotional channels (Personal, Non-Personal and Digital, Patient marketing)

• Familiarity with the breast cancer landscape, treatments, and patient journeys. 

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person workinggiveus the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challengeperceptions.That’swhy we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But thatdoesn’tmeanwe’renot flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world. 

Next Steps -- Apply today!

Are you ready to bring new insights and fresh thinking to the table?Brilliant! We have one seat available, and we hopeit’syours. 

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 feelwell qualifiedfor this opportunity. If you know someone who would bea greatfit, please share thispostingwith them.