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Marketing Director Breast Cancer

Novartis

Job Location:

Toronto - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 3 July 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 23 October 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description Summary

At Novartis we combine science and empathy to develop innovative therapies that bring hope to people living with cancer and their loved ones. The Marketing Director Breast Cancer Canada plays a critical leadership role in shaping the future of breast cancer care by translating insights into impactful commercial strategies. This leader sets direction drives performance and mobilizes cross-functional teams to deliver strong business results and meaningful patient impact.
This is an opportunity for a strategic and people-focused leader who can inspire teams challenge the status quo and drive sustainable growth across Canada.

Job Description

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Location: Toronto Ontario

This role is based in Toronto Canada. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role: please only apply if this location is accessible for you.

This job posting is for an existing position

Key responsibilities:

Define and lead the breast cancer brand strategy growth priorities and strategic choices aligned with global and regional direction
Build deep understanding of the breast cancer landscape including patient needs customer segments treatment pathways and competitive dynamics
Translate strategy into execution through annual planning product launches omnichannel campaigns and patient initiatives
Own brand performance including forecasting P&L budget management KPI tracking and business course correction
Lead and mobilize cross-functional teams across Sales Medical Access Finance and external stakeholders to ensure execution excellence
Drive strong customer engagement strategies and go-to-market models rooted in data and insights
Develop and lead a high-performing marketing team fostering a culture of accountability curiosity and collaboration
Ensure compliance with company standards while driving innovation and digital transformation initiatives

Essential Requirements:

Experience in the biopharmaceutical or healthcare industry
Proven commercial experience across the full brand lifecycle (pre-launch launch and growth phases).
Advanced capability in brand strategy segmentation and omnichannel marketing.
Strong track record of driving brand performance including forecasting and P&L management
Demonstrated leadership experience with direct people management and talent development
Experience working cross-functionally with Medical Sales Access and other key functions
Strong stakeholder engagement experience including HCPs KOLs and patient organizations
Strong analytical and operational planning skills including budgeting and forecasting
AI proficiency leveraging AI-driven tools and analytics to optimize customer engagement and business outcomes
Fluent in English

Desirable Requirements:

Advanced degree in marketing (MBA or relevant postgraduate qualification)
International or regional experience within a matrix organization

At Novartis Canada we are determined to be a valued partner and advocate with a deep understanding of patient needs along the entire care journey from drug development to diagnosis to access and beyond. Part of the way we are doing this is by leveraging data technology and partnerships.

Research & Development: we focus on four core therapeutic areas: Cardiovascular Renal & Metabolic Immunology Neuroscience and Oncology. We also develop and deliver treatments through other promoted and established brands which today are helping millions of patients. Over the last three years our average annual research and development investment in Canada was over $30 million and we conduct clinical trial research in every region throughout Canada.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: Novartis is committed to building outstanding inclusive work environment and diverse teams representatives of the patients and communities we serve.

Skills Desired

Agility (Inactive) Asset Management Business Strategies Commercial Excellence Cross-Functional Collaboration Customer-Oriented Digital Marketing Healthcare Sector Understanding (Inactive) Influencing Skills Inspirational Leadership Marketing Strategies Operational Excellence People Management Priority Disease Areas Expertise (Inactive) Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Product Marketing Product Strategies Stakeholder Engagement Stakeholder Management Strategic Alliances

Required Experience:

Director

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