Manager, Marketing Services - Contract Manufacturing Services

IE02 (FCRS = IE002) Novartis Ireland Ltd; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 57,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance plans

Retirement plans

Parental leave (14 weeks)

Company car/allowance

Job summary

Novartis Ireland Ltd. is seeking a Marketing Manager for Contract Manufacturing to execute the strategic plan set by Marketing Director and Business Development leadership.

You will drive brand awareness, engage audiences, and support business growth through impactful messaging and experiences. You will implement B2B marketing strategies, develop content with SMEs and agencies, and manage campaigns, events, and budgets while ensuring governance and compliance across teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• 5 years of experience in B2B marketing, preferably within pharmaceutical, biotech, healthcare, or life sciences industries.
• Strong understanding of brand management, content marketing, and digital marketing strategies.
• Experience developing and managing marketing campaigns, content programs, and customer engagement initiatives.
• Proficiency with marketing automation platforms, CRM systems, and marketing analytics/reporting tools.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including business development, technical, communications, and commercial stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, presentation, stakeholder management, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in CDMO, contract manufacturing, or related healthcare/pharmaceutical marketing environments is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute and implement B2B marketing strategies aligned with business growth, brand positioning, and lead generation objectives.
• Develop and manage marketing content by collaborating with SMEs, internal stakeholders, and external agencies.
• Oversee content review and approval workflows, ensuring compliance with internal governance and agency requirements.
• Plan, execute, and track go-to-market campaigns, including email outreach programs and targeted customer engagement initiatives.
• Coordinate conference and event marketing activities, including sponsorships, speaking opportunities, content submissions, and deadline management.
• Manage third-party marketing agencies, including reviewing content, approving media placements, and ensuring campaign effectiveness.
• Own the content calendar and marketing asset management process, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with branding and campaign priorities.
• Monitor marketing performance, conference outcomes, and budget utilization, providing insights and recommendations for optimization.

Skills

B2B marketing

Brand management

Content marketing

Digital marketing

Campaign management

CRM systems

Marketing automation

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Stakeholder management

Pharma marketing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or a related discipline

Tools

Marketing automation

CRM systems

Analytics tools

Job description

Salary Range

Salary Range: €57,120.00 - €106,080.00

Expected Annual Base Salary Range for role: €57,120- €106,080

Job Description Summary

The Marketing Manager for Novartis Contract Manufacturing role involves executing the strategic plan developed by the Marketing Director and Business Development leadership of Novartis Contract Manufacturing. This role is the execution arm of the strategy to drive brand awareness, engage audiences, and support business growth through impactful messaging and experiences.

Major Accountabilities

• Execute and implement B2B marketing strategies aligned with business growth, brand positioning, and lead generation objectives.
• Develop and manage marketing content by collaborating with subject matter experts (SMEs), internal stakeholders, and external agencies.
• Oversee content review and approval workflows, ensuring compliance with internal governance and agency requirements.
• Plan, execute, and track go-to-market (GTM) campaigns, including email outreach programs and targeted customer engagement initiatives.
• Coordinate conference and event marketing activities, including sponsorships, speaking opportunities, content submissions, and deadline management.
• Manage third-party marketing agencies, including reviewing content, approving media placements, and ensuring campaign effectiveness.
• Own the content calendar and marketing asset management process, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with branding and campaign priorities.
• Monitor marketing performance, conference outcomes, and budget utilization, providing insights and recommendations for optimization.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• 5 years of experience in B2B marketing, preferably within pharmaceutical, biotech, healthcare, or life sciences industries.
• Strong understanding of brand management, content marketing, and digital marketing strategies.
• Experience developing and managing marketing campaigns, content programs, and customer engagement initiatives.
• Proficiency with marketing automation platforms, CRM systems, and marketing analytics/reporting tools.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, including business development, technical, communications, and commercial stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, presentation, stakeholder management, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in CDMO, contract manufacturing, or related healthcare/pharmaceutical marketing environments is highly preferred.

Benefits and Compensation

• We also offer a variety of competitive benefits in kind to help you thrive personally and professionally, such as insurance plans, retirement plans, wellbeing resources and global recognition programs.
• In addition, we provide flexible and hybrid working options, where possible, and minimum 14 weeks paid parental leave.
• You may be eligible for a company vehicle or a car allowance in accordance with the applicable local Novartis policies and guidelines.
• Pay equity is a fundamental principle of our employment policy and reflects our commitment to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment that treats all employees with dignity and respect, as outlined in our Code of Ethics.
• Read our brochure to learn more about our global total rewards offering: https://www.novartis.com/sites/novartis_com/files/novartis-life-handbook.pdf
• Note: Benefits and compensation may vary by country and are subject to local legal requirements, including provisions of collective bargaining agreements where applicable.
• A full overview of your compensation package, including any relevant collective bargaining agreement details applicable to your role based on your employment location and Novartis employer entity, will be communicated separately to you during the application process.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion / EEO

Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams’ representative of the patients and communities we serve.

Skills Desired

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