Brand Manager Meta+

Are you ready to make a difference in the world of rare diseases

As our Brand Manager META youll be at the forefront of defining tactical plans and implementing marketing activities to achieve business objectives.

Reporting to Alexions Franchise Lead youll tailor disease and product strategies to optimally enter and grow a diverse portfolio of products at various lifecycle stages. With therapeutic areas ranging from Rare Tumors to Endocrinology Bone and Metabolic diseases youll contribute to designing disease strategies and strive for executional excellence in operationalizing initiatives.

Are you prepared to lead the charge in transforming patient experiences

Accountabilities

Strategic Leadership & Market Intelligence

Co-lead therapeutic area market analysis and patient journey mapping with Franchise Lead

Conduct comprehensive market research including competitive analysis trends and scenarios

Identify strategic opportunities and business challenges

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Planning

Partner with Field Force Medical Regulatory Legal Finance and Value & Access teams

Coordinate integrated pre-commercial and commercial activities aligned with disease strategy

Collaborate with Global/Regional counterparts on strategy development and implementation

Financial Management & Performance

Develop revenue KPI models and monitor investment performance using data-driven insights

Manage therapeutic area budgets and resource allocation

Ensure end-to-end project execution and prioritization

Commercial Execution & Field Support

Drive innovative sales programs with National Sales Lead and Regional Account Managers

Develop training materials and support field personnel engagement

Create local marketing materials and manage promotional agencies

Stakeholder Engagement & Communications

Lead Opinion Leader and key stakeholder engagement programs

Develop multichannel communication strategies aligned with brand objectives

Coordinate cross-functional brand teams and track implementation outcomes

Compliance & Values

Role model company values with focus on 360 compliance and ethical decision-making

Ensure adherence to regulations while prioritizing patient needs

Apply right thing to do approach in all business decisions (should we do it rather than may we do it)

Essential Skills/Experience

University degree in science or business/economics or relevant combinations of academic degree and experience
5 year previous marketing experience in a pharmaceutical environment with proven autonomy and outcomes
Solidscientific background
Strong communication skills with fluency in Italian and English (a must-have) both written and spoken adaptive to a variety of counterparts from Top Management to more operational colleagues to global/international teams Strong project management skills with ability to coordinate and drive complex projects through the matrix
Ease in cross functional context and ability to build team relationship and collaborate in a global environment at all levels of the organization
Proficiency in budgeting/budget management
Highly customer-focused and results-driven
Strategic thinking & business acumen
Growth Mindset e innovation-attentive
Domicile in Lombardy

Desirable Skills/ExperienceExperience in product launches (both pre-commercial readiness and post-launch acceleration)

Experience in pediatrics and/or rare disease field represent an added value as would be experience in the specific therapeutic areas of META

Experience in forecasting

Track record of attention to continuous process improvement

Ability and experience in aligning objectives and priorities across functions

Digital proficiency and curiosity

When we put unexpected teams in the same room we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing -person working gives us the platform we need to connect work at pace and challenge perceptions. Thats why we work on averagea minimum of 50% days permonth from the that doesnt mean were not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

At AstraZeneca youll find an environment where innovation thrives driven by a commitment to serve patients with rare diseases. Our entrepreneurial spirit combined with the strength of a global biopharma creates a unique culture where ideas flourish. Youll be part of a team that deeply connects with patients understanding their journeys to tackle the toughest challenges. With tailored development programs youll grow alongside exceptional leaders and peers making an impact that truly counts.

Ready to join a team that makes a difference Apply now!

Are you ready to make a difference in the world of rare diseases

As our Brand Manager META youll be at the forefront of defining tactical plans and implementing marketing activities to achieve business objectives.

Reporting to Alexions Franchise Lead youll tailor disease and product strategies to optimally enter and grow a diverse portfolio of products at various lifecycle stages. With therapeutic areas ranging from Rare Tumors to Endocrinology Bone and Metabolic diseases youll contribute to designing disease strategies and strive for executional excellence in operationalizing initiatives.

Are you prepared to lead the charge in transforming patient experiences

Accountabilities

Strategic Leadership & Market Intelligence

Co-lead therapeutic area market analysis and patient journey mapping with Franchise Lead

Conduct comprehensive market research including competitive analysis trends and scenarios

Identify strategic opportunities and business challenges

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Planning

Partner with Field Force Medical Regulatory Legal Finance and Value & Access teams

Coordinate integrated pre-commercial and commercial activities aligned with disease strategy

Collaborate with Global/Regional counterparts on strategy development and implementation

Financial Management & Performance

Develop revenue KPI models and monitor investment performance using data-driven insights

Manage therapeutic area budgets and resource allocation

Ensure end-to-end project execution and prioritization

Commercial Execution & Field Support

Drive innovative sales programs with National Sales Lead and Regional Account Managers

Develop training materials and support field personnel engagement

Create local marketing materials and manage promotional agencies

Stakeholder Engagement & Communications

Lead Opinion Leader and key stakeholder engagement programs

Develop multichannel communication strategies aligned with brand objectives

Coordinate cross-functional brand teams and track implementation outcomes

Compliance & Values

Role model company values with focus on 360 compliance and ethical decision-making

Ensure adherence to regulations while prioritizing patient needs

Apply right thing to do approach in all business decisions (should we do it rather than may we do it)

Essential Skills/Experience

University degree in science or business/economics or relevant combinations of academic degree and experience
5 year previous marketing experience in a pharmaceutical environment with proven autonomy and outcomes
Solidscientific background
Strong communication skills with fluency in Italian and English (a must-have) both written and spoken adaptive to a variety of counterparts from Top Management to more operational colleagues to global/international teams
Strong project management skills with ability to coordinate and drive complex projects through the matrix
Ease in cross functional context and ability to build team relationship and collaborate in a global environment at all levels of the organization
Proficiency in budgeting/budget management
Highly customer-focused and results-driven
Strategic thinking & business acumen
Growth Mindset e innovation-attentive
Domicile in Lombardy

Desirable Skills/Experience

Experience in product launches (both pre-commercial readiness and post-launch acceleration)

Experience in pediatrics and/or rare disease field represent an added value as would be experience in the specific therapeutic areas of META

Experience in forecasting

Track record of attention to continuous process improvement

Ability and experience in aligning objectives and priorities across functions

Digital proficiency and curiosity

When we put unexpected teams in the same room we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing -person working gives us the platform we need to connect work at pace and challenge perceptions. Thats why we work on averagea minimum of 50% days permonth from the that doesnt mean were not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

At AstraZeneca youll find an environment where innovation thrives driven by a commitment to serve patients with rare diseases. Our entrepreneurial spirit combined with the strength of a global biopharma creates a unique culture where ideas flourish. Youll be part of a team that deeply connects with patients understanding their journeys to tackle the toughest challenges. With tailored development programs youll grow alongside exceptional leaders and peers making an impact that truly counts.

Ready to join a team that makes a difference Apply now!

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