Director Marketing, Animal Health - Vaccine Franchise
Director Marketing, Animal Health - Vaccine Franchise
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$ 187000 - 294400
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Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Companion Animal Vaccine to lead our efforts in developing and managing our companion animal vaccine portfolio. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in veterinary medicine immunology and vaccine development with a proven track record of successful product launches and market penetration. This role requires exceptional marketing acumen and the ability to collaborate effectively with both internal teams and external stakeholders to drive growth and innovation.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the development and execution of the strategic plan for the companion animal vaccine portfolio.
Oversee the research and development of new vaccines ensuring they meet regulatory requirements and industry standards.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D marketing sales and regulatory affairs to ensure the successful launch and commercialization of new products.
Develop and implement marketing strategies to promote the companion animal vaccine portfolio leveraging market insights and competitive analysis.
Build and maintain relationships with key opinion leaders veterinary professionals and industry stakeholders.
Provide leadership and mentorship to the vaccine development team fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
Manage the budget and resources for the companion animal vaccine portfolio ensuring efficient and effective use of funds.
Engage with external partners including regulatory bodies industry associations and research institutions to advance the companys vaccine initiatives.
Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree required Masters Degree/MBA preferred
Minimum of 10 years of marketing sales and/or Animal Health Operations including in-depth knowledge of the market companion animal products and competitive environment
Knowledge of biological/vaccine market preferred
Minimum of 5 years of people management experience required
Excellent communication leadership and project management skills.
Proven ability to develop and execute marketing strategies that drive product adoption and market growth.
Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and external partners.
Proven track record of successful product launches and market penetration.
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The salary range for this role is
$187000.00 - $294400.00This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employees position within the salary range will be based on several factors including but not limited to relevant education qualifications certifications experience skills geographic location government requirements and business or organizational needs.
The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive if applicable.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical dental vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family) retirement benefits including 401(k) paid holidays vacation and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at can apply for this role through (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting.
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RegularRelocation:
DomesticVISA Sponsorship:
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Accountability Accountability Adaptability Collaborative Development Creativity Digital Marketing Leadership Manufacturing Compliance Market Access Marketing Marketing Automation Marketing Budget Management Marketing Campaign Development Marketing Planning Marketing Strategies Market Penetration Market Research Omnichannel Marketing People Leadership Pharmaceutical Sales Marketing Product Launches Project Management Promotional Strategies Strategic Market Analysis Strategic Planning 3 morePreferred Skills:
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Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
