Product Manager

Arrotex Pharmaceuticals; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts on health products

Parental leave (12 weeks)

Private health insurance discount

Autonomous role

Head office location near transport

Career development opportunities

Additional leave purchase option

Novated leasing

Job summary

Arrotex Pharmaceuticals in Sydney is seeking an experienced Product Manager to lead marketing strategies across a diverse pharmaceutical portfolio on a 12-month fixed-term maternity leave contract based at Macquarie Park. You will own end-to-end portfolio strategy, develop annual plans, drive pipeline, and partner with Sales, Medical, Regulatory and Supply Chain to deliver launches and sustained growth.

An MBA is valued, strong PBS knowledge, advanced Excel skills, and a track record in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Life Sciences or a related discipline; MBA highly regarded.
• Understanding of PBS and prescription medicines landscape.
• Knowledge of SPD, PBS, GBMA, Medicines Australia and TGA advertising requirements.
• Experience in product/brand management in pharma/healthcare or comparable industry.
• Experience in new product development, project management, creative development, brand architecture and lifecycle management.
• Strong strategic thinking, analytical and commercial skills with P&L literacy, forecasting and demand planning.
• Advanced Excel skills (lookup, PivotTables, complex formulas); proficiency in Word and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end strategy for assigned portfolio and drive results.
• Develop annual portfolio plans with clear strategies.
• Drive pipeline and innovation agenda from ideation to activation.
• Build rigorous business cases to prioritise investment and profitability.
• Translate insights and market dynamics into practical portfolio recommendations.
• Utilise data sources (Dispense Analytics, IQVIA, TGA, PBS) for insights.
• Stay ahead of market trends and regulatory changes affecting portfolio performance.
• Collaborate with Sales, Medical, Regulatory and Supply Chain for launches and growth.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

P&L literacy

Forecasting

Demand planning

Commercial acumen

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Life Sciences or related; MBA highly regarded

Tools

Excel

PivotTables

Complex formulas

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

About DBG Health & Arrotex Pharmaceuticals

DBG Health is a purpose‑led healthcare group of more than 1,500 people, united by a commitment to being Defined by Good. We deliver accessible, high‑quality health, wellness, and pharmaceutical solutions at scale. Our success is driven by strong customer partnerships, agility, and a culture that empowers people to solve complex challenges and deliver results in a regulated environment.

Arrotex Pharmaceuticals, part of DBG Health and headquartered in Melbourne, is Australia's largest diversified pharmaceutical provider, delivering affordable, reliable access to essential medicines. Together, DBG Health and Arrotex are driving growth through stronger alignment, new capabilities, modern systems, and leadership development, while maintaining an entrepreneurial, fast-paced culture.

Guided by our PACT values - Pioneering, Accountability, Collaboration, and Tenacity, we foster empowered decision‑making, performance, and responsible risk‑taking. Join a purpose‑driven organisation where you can shape outcomes, grow your career, and make a meaningful impact.

About The Role

Arrotex Pharmaceuticals is seeking an experienced Product Manager to join our dynamic team on a 12-month fixed-term maternity leave contract, based at our Macquarie Park office in Sydney.

The Product Manager will be responsible for leading the development and execution of marketing strategies across a varied portfolio of pharmaceutical products.

The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of driving product performance beyond launch, expanding and strengthening portfolios through effective lifecycle management, supported by a solid understanding of the pharmaceutical or a comparable industry.

This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a diverse product portfolio, influence commercial strategy and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to drive sustainable growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end strategy for your assigned portfolio, from setting direction and priorities through to execution and delivery, with full accountability for results.
• Lead the development of annual portfolio plans, translating insights and analysis into clear, actionable strategies.
• Drive the pipeline and innovation agenda, taking initiatives from ideation through to activation.
• Build rigorous business cases for products and initiatives, using data to prioritise investment, drive market penetration and maximise profitability.
• Translate customer insights, consumer trends, competitor activity and market dynamics into practical recommendations that mitigate risk and capture opportunities across the portfolio.
• Utilise data sources such as Dispense Analytics, IQVIA, TGA and PBS data to generate insights and inform commercial decisions.
• Maintain a current, forward-looking understanding of market and industry trends, proactively assessing their impact on portfolio performance.
• Anticipate changes to pharmaceutical regulations and guidelines, including SPD, PBS, private market dynamics and strategic agreements, incorporating these into portfolio and brand plans.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Sales, Medical, Regulatory and Supply Chain teams to deliver successful product launches and sustained portfolio growth.

Skills & Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Life Sciences or a related discipline, with an MBA highly regarded.
• Strong understanding of the Australian prescription medicines landscape, particularly the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) and market dynamics impacting pharmaceutical portfolios and product pipelines.
• Working knowledge of relevant pharmaceutical regulations and industry frameworks, including SPD, PBS, GBMA, Medicines Australia and TGA advertising requirements.
• Demonstrated experience in product or brand management within the pharmaceutical, healthcare or a comparable industry.
• Experience in new product development, project management, creative development, brand architecture and lifecycle management.
• Strong strategic thinking, analytical and commercial skills, with demonstrated P&L literacy, forecasting and demand-planning capabilities.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including lookup functions, PivotTables and complex formulas, with demonstrated experience analysing large datasets to generate actionable commercial insights. Proficiency in Word and PowerPoint is also required.

Benefits & Perks

At DBG Health, we offer more than just a job – we offer a dynamic and supportive work environment where you can make a real impact. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside industry leaders, drive meaningful change and grow both personally and professionally.

• Exclusive discounts on our consumer health, wellness and beauty products, including MCoBeauty, e.l.f. Cosmetics, Nude by Nature, Chemists' Own and many more.
• 12 weeks paid parental leave.
• Access to discounted private health insurance.
• A values-driven business fostering a supportive and friendly team culture.
• The opportunity to work autonomously and take ownership of your success.
• Convenient head office location close to public transport, cafés and restaurants.
• Career development opportunities across the various divisions within DBG Health.
• Ability to purchase additional leave, providing more time for family, travel or study.
• Access to novated leasing options to assist with vehicle expenses.

DBG Health is committed to fostering a workplace culture that is safe and accessible for all. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications regardless of cultural background, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability or neurodiversity. We strive to build a collaborative, inclusive workplace that is representative of the communities we work and live in.