Brand Lead Germany

Apellis; München; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading biopharmaceutical company in Germany seeks a Brand Lead to oversee marketing efforts for a groundbreaking treatment in the ophthalmology area. The successful candidate will have a university degree in life sciences or marketing, and at least 10 years of relevant experience, particularly in biotech or pharma. This full-time position involves strategic analysis and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. A competitive benefits package is offered, promoting flexibility and work-life balance.

Leistungen

Flexible time off

Summer and winter shutdowns

Paid family leave

Qualifikationen

• At least 10 years of relevant marketing experience in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry.
• Launch and country level marketing experience.
• Prior experience in Ophthalmology preferred.

Aufgaben

• Oversee pre-launch marketing efforts for a new targeted C3 therapy.
• Manage classic and digital marketing strategies.
• Conduct market and competitive analysis.

Kenntnisse

Digital Marketing

Marketing

Management Experience

Profit & Loss

Analysis Skills

Microsoft Powerpoint

Market Research

Project Management

Product Management

P&L Management

Product Development

Branding

Ausbildung

University degree in life sciences, business or marketing

Jobbeschreibung

Position Summary

In the buildup to the upcoming launch of its groundbreaking treatment for a debilitating retinal disease Apellis Germany is seeking an enthusiastic and talented individual for the role of Brand Lead. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact for patients living with debilitating retinal disease and for the company leading the cross-functional Brand team in its first commercial launch in Germany and their first commercial launch in the ophthalmology space. The Brand Lead Germany will oversee and lead all (pre-launch) marketing efforts in the cluster.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing the launch of our new targeted C3 therapy incl. pre-launch activities.
• Overseeing the classic and digital marketing mix along with the organizations strategic priorities.
• Strategic analysis of market and competitive environment.
• Insight generation and market research oversee competitor activities.
• Driving the preparation and execution of the cross-functional brand and launch plans for the region in alignment with the international brand plan.
• Adoption and execution of key regional launch tactics including branded and disease state campaigns positioning and messaging platforms.
• Work closely with international global and US colleagues to ensure alignment on the strategic plan represent German positions in international brand team projects.
• Identify plan manage and monitor resources for the marketing team (HR budget tracking and agency management).
• Cross-functional leadership of the German congresses events and ad board strategy with execution of local congresses stand-alone (launch) meetings and commercial ad-boards.
• Establish strong relationships and develop collaborative partnerships with key internal and external stakeholders in the retinal field.
• Demand planning and sales forecasting.
• Overseeing all strategic and tactical marketing tasks for example the development production and distribution of marketing materials organization of external and internal marketing and sales events. Manage external vendors efficiently e.g. event communication and creative agencies.

Education Registration & Certification

• University degree in life sciences business or marketing.

Experience

• At least 10 years of relevant marketing experience in the biotech and / or pharmaceutical industry.
• Launch and country level marketing experience.
• Prior experience in Ophthalmology (preferred) sales and / or sales management and international experience working across countries would be a plus.

Skills Knowledge & Abilities

• Hands‑on approach and entrepreneurial spirit.
• Demonstrated success working in a cross-functional and cross-geographical team environment.
• Ability to navigate and be successful in a fast‑paced results‑driven environment managing through ambiguity.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence across functions and varying levels of the organization.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in German & English would be a plus.
• Willingness and ability to occasionally travel within the German region.

Benefits and Perks

Apellis offers a comprehensive benefits package flexible time off summer and winter shutdowns paid family leave and more!

Company Background

Apellis Pharmaceuticals Inc. is a global biopharmaceutical company driven by courageous science and compassion to develop life‑changing therapies for some of the most challenging diseases patients face. We pioneered the first new class of complement medicine in 15 years and now have two approved medicines targeting C3 in the US.

In Germany Apellis is building a strong presence to bring innovative treatments to patients and collaborate with healthcare partners to transform care. Our mission is to combine scientific excellence with a deep commitment to improving lives ensuring that patients have access to therapies that make a meaningful difference.

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EEO Statement

Apellis is an equal opportunity employer. Apellis strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees applicants or any other covered persons because of race color religion creed national origin or ancestry ethnicity sex (including pregnancy) gender (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual) age physical or mental disability.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Key Skills

• Digital Marketing
• Marketing
• Management Experience
• Profit & Loss
• Analysis Skills
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• Market Research
• Project Management
• Product Management
• P&L Management
• Product Development
• Branding

Employment Type: Full Time

Vacancy: 1