Brand Manager in Biologics - Based in Athens

Brand Manager in Biologics - Βased in Athens

Do you want to be part of delivering our vision to be the leader in Respiratory & Immunology Therapy? We need to build on our heritage and think and act differently to evolve with the healthcare landscape. From becoming a digitally enabled enterprise to accelerating launches. It means we are forward looking, challenge the status quo, reflect on insights, spot opportunities and act on smart risks.

ABOUT ASTRAZENECA

At AstraZeneca we lead with the science first and foremost. As a patient centric global pharmaceutical company, we know that strong science leads to clinical innovation and the right medicine for the right patient. We are also excited about our enviable Respiratory & Immunology pipeline. Importantly, we are keen to meet people who are passionate about the science and what to make an impact on people’s lives. 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.

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 Biopharmaceuticals Business Unit we thrive in our diverse and vibrant environment. Part of a global research-led enterprise, there’s always novel science to bring to market. It brings out the best in us – provided with all the support and tools needed and the agility to move fast. Unleash your ambition and your true self. Part of our inclusive environment where there’s opportunity for global mobility, continuous learning and building best practices.

We have an opportunity for a Brand Manager role in Biologics.  

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 respective Franchise Lead and will work in close partnership with cross functional team including field sales, medical and other functions to ensure we have a strong market presence.

What you will do

• Utilize patients’ and business insights and prioritize business opportunities to shape market according to product priorities
• Create innovative business plans, encouraging the broader cross functional team to take smart risks and apply ambitious metrics and is accountable for the success of the plan
• Develop of strategic plan into account level, identify opportunities and shape tailor-made initiatives for specific account priorities
• Build partnership and networks with external and internal stakeholders and ensure optimal flow of business serving as a central connection amongst team members
• Drive broader cross functional team’s and organization’s engagement to succeed goals

Essential for the role

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in scientific or business discipline
• 3+ years of strong marketing background in pharmaceutical market
• Strategic thinking and brand strategy - a strong understanding in brand building and clear strategic and imaginative thinking
• Communication skills and ability to work in an organization with cross-functional teams
• Analytical thinking and data synthesis ability
• Result-oriented mindset
• Effective stakeholder and relationship management experience; able to interact with multiple levels within and outside of AZ
• Understanding of Account Planning and Customer management
• Fluent in Greek and English

Desirable for the role

• Master’s Degree
• Experience in ENTs (Ear, Nose, Throat) specialty
• Successful Product Launch Record & Omnichannel approach experience

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.

• 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