Inhaled Brand Director International Markets

AstraZeneca; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A global pharmaceutical company is seeking an Inhaled Brand Director for International Markets based in Dubai. This role involves driving global inhaled portfolio strategy and leading cross-functional teams to fulfill ambitious brand objectives. Candidates should have extensive experience in brand marketing within pharmaceuticals, exceptional leadership skills, and a graduate degree in a relevant field. The company promotes a balanced approach to office presence and individual flexibility.

Benefits

Supportive workplace culture

Opportunities for growth and innovation

Focus on sustainability

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Business Unit Director or equivalent in pharmaceuticals.
• Exceptional track record of developing and executing brand strategies.
• Extensive experience in managing multi-market launches.

Responsibilities

• Drive global inhaled portfolio strategy.
• Guide in-country teams to achieve financial targets.
• Lead communication on brand objectives and implementation.

Skills

Strategic and commercial acumen

Brand marketing

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Leadership

Education

Graduate degree in Sciences, Business, or related discipline

MBA or equivalent post-graduate business qualification

Job description

Inhaled Brand Director, International Markets

Location : Dubai UAE (on site 3 days per week)

Are you ready to make a bold impact in the pharmaceutical industry? Join us as the Inhaled Brand Director for International Markets and be part of a dynamic team driving growth and innovation. Based in Dubai, UAE, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping international brand strategies and fuelling our shared ambition. With a strong heritage and commitment to international markets, there's no better place to feel inspired and energized!

Accountabilities

Drive global inhaled portfolio strategy and build brand value propositions by integrating customer, market, and competitive insights.

Guide and partner with in-country teams and leaders to develop robust brand strategies and business cases to achieve our financial targets and ambition for 2030.

Lead coordination and communication with cross-functional teams on international brand objectives and implementation.

Support local market capability-building to establish commercial presence and ensure market access through partnerships, engagement, and mapping.

Generate insights to assess commercial opportunities and adopt a patient-centric brand strategy and campaign.

Monitor and analyse performance across top markets and key sales and disease indicators.

Provide hands-on and strategic leadership in driving robust launches and brand adoption in key countries.

Support capability building in key markets and share best practices, especially around launch success, principles, and execution.

Essential Skills / Experience

Proven experience as a Business Unit Director or in an equivalent commercial / leadership role within the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry, with a track record of building and leading high-performing teams in MC, Area or multi-country settings.

Exceptional strategic and commercial acumen, with demonstrated success in developing and executing brand strategies that deliver significant business growth, especially at portfolio and above-country levels.

Extensive experience in brand marketing and product launches, including oversight of multi-market launches and lifecycle management in complex, competitive environments.

Understanding of commercialisation, pricing strategy, market access, and the regulatory landscape across diverse geographies, ideally with exposure to inhaled therapies or within respiratory / COPD therapeutic have had people management experience with the agility to lead and communicate across geographical and cultural boundaries in multiple time zones

Superior leadership, change management, and influencing skills, with the ability to guide, inspire, and develop cross-functional and cross-cultural teams to deliver on ambitious brand objectives.

Outstanding stakeholder management and communication skills, able to partner with executive leaders, external partners, and regional teams while navigating the sensitivities of international business.

Strong analytical and financial acumen, able to translate data and market insights into robust business cases and drive measurable commercial outcomes.

Graduate degree in Sciences, Business, or related discipline; MBA or equivalent post-graduate business qualification

Experience in brand marketing and solid understanding of commercialization and access to market, especially in emerging markets

Project management skills with the ability to lead, plan, and drive the execution of business strategy and tactics

Extensive experience in product launches

Desirable Skills / Experience

Previous experience in the pharmaceutical industry at an above-country role, preferably with experience in COPD

Experience in project management of cross-functional teams in emerging markets

In Office Requirement :

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca, you will find a workplace where high standards meet complex challenges. Our collective spirit fosters support and motivation, empowering you to make your mark. With a focus on sustainability, you can contribute to a future that extends beyond business projects. Here, you can pursue your ambitions with confidence, knowing you're part of a responsible, value-led organization.