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Brand Manager Commercial Portfolio

Novartis


Job Location:

Riyadh - Saudi Arabia

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 9 September 2026 (11 days ago)
Application Deadline: 8 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description Summary

Brand Manager- Commercial Portfolio
Location : Riyadh
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We are looking for a strategic and commercially driven professional to lead the Commercial Portfolio across assigned this role you will shape portfolio and brand strategies drive customer engagement strengthen forecasting and business performance and ensure excellence in the execution of integrated commercial initiatives. You will work cross-functionally to deliver sustainable growth maximize market opportunities and support patients through impactful programs and responsible risk management.


Job Description

Major Accountabilities:

  • Lead and manage the Commercial Portfolio to deliver sustainable growth and strong performance across assigned brands.

  • Develop and execute portfolio and brand strategies aligned to business priorities market dynamics and customer needs.

  • Create operational plans across the brand lifecycle to optimize return support launches and strengthen lifecycle management.

  • Drive excellence in forecasting business performance monitoring and corrective action planning to achieve sales market share and profitability targets.

  • Build customer understanding through market insights and apply omnichannel approaches to improve engagement with healthcare professionals patient groups and key stakeholders.

  • Oversee the development and approval of promotional materials and commercial programs in line with company and regulatory requirements.

  • Lead Patient Support Programs and Risk Management Plan activities in close collaboration with Medical Regulatory Pharmacovigilance Compliance and other cross-functional partners.

  • Manage portfolio budgets effectively ensuring strong financial governance and optimal use of investments.

  • Provide product and brand training to relevant teams to strengthen knowledge alignment and execution quality.

Minimum Requirements:

  • University degree or equivalent in Pharmacy Marketing Business or a related field.

  • 35 years of field sales brand management or related marketing experience within the healthcare or pharmaceutical industry.

  • Prior experience in product executive or related marketing services roles is an advantage.

  • Strong commercial acumen with experience in portfolio strategy forecasting customer engagement and cross-functional collaboration.

  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities drive execution and work effectively across functions.

  • Strong communication stakeholder management and analytical skills.

  • Saudi nationality is preferred.


Skills Desired

Cross-Functional Collaboration Customer Orientation Digital Marketing Influencing Skills Marketing Strategy Priority Disease Areas Expertise Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Product Marketing Product Strategy Stakeholder Engagement Stakeholder Management

Required Experience:

Manager


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Novartis is a global healthcare company based in Switzerland that provides solutions to the evolving needs of patients worldwide.

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