Strategic Portfolio Marketing Manager

Merck Gruppe - MSD Sharp & Dohme; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the veterinary domain is seeking a Strategic Portfolio Manager to drive marketing strategies for their Preventative Health Parasite and Vaccine Portfolio. The ideal candidate will possess extensive brand management experience and a strategic mindset. You will work across teams to enhance brand loyalty and successfully manage product launches while developing promotional materials for veterinary professionals and pet owners.

Qualifications

• Proven success in growing brand portfolios and increasing market share.
• Hands-on experience in launching and developing brands.
• Ability to handle and communicate scientific data.

Responsibilities

• Localise global strategies into market-ready brand plans.
• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact product launches.
• Develop branded toolkits and customer journeys for vets and pet owners.

Skills

Adaptability

Agile Methodology

Marketing Management

Project Management

Strategic Thinking

Market Research

Business

Education

Formal qualification in marketing

Job description

Job Description

At our company, we thrive on innovation—and we’re passionate about pets. If you’re a senior marketing professional with proven experience developing well-established brands and driving market share in a competitive landscape, we want you on our team.

We’re expanding our companion animal marketing team to support our Preventative Health Parasite and Vaccine Portfolio in the veterinary space. As Strategic Portfolio Manager, you’ll shape the strategic positioning and marketing plans that drive brand loyalty and commercial success. You’ll lead major product launches, build tailored vet and pet owner engagement tools, and collaborate closely across teams to bring value at every customer touchpoint.

Your Expertise:

• Proven success in growing brand portfolios and increasing market share

• Hands-on experience launching and developing brands

• Strategic mindset with the ability to turn insights into action

• Inspiring communication and presentation skills

• Operational leadership across projects, teams, and budgets

Key Responsibilities:

• Localise global strategies into market-ready brand plans

• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact product launches

• Develop branded toolkits and customer journeys for vets and pet owners

• Manage forecasts, stock availability, and marketing budgets with precision

Qualifications/Skills:

• Formal qualification in marketing

• Hands-on experience in brand management

• Ability to handle and communicate scientific data

If you’re ready to lead with purpose and grow brands that matter—for pets, for practices, and for the veterinary market—this is your moment.

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

VISA Sponsorship:

Travel Requirements:

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Hybrid

Shift:

Valid Driving License:

Hazardous Material(s):

Required Skills:

Adaptability, Agile Methodology, Animal Health Sales, Business, Creative Campaign Development, Interpersonal Relationships, Management Process, Marketing, Marketing Budget Management, Marketing Data Analysis, Marketing Management, Marketing Resource Management (MRM), Marketing Strategy Implementation, Market Research, Pricing Strategies, Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Project Management, Project Portfolio Management (PPM), Strategic Planning, Strategic Thinking, Technology Product Management

Preferred Skills:

Job Posting End Date:

08/1/2025

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Requisition ID:R358204