Brand Manager, Toxins

Galderma Laboratories; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Job summary

Galderma in the United States seeks a Brand Manager to lead the management and execution of the marketing plan for the assigned portfolio. The role offers autonomy and requires strategic, hands-on leadership to drive campaigns across digital, CRM, and field teams.

You will collaborate with Sales, Medical, Regulatory, and Compliance, develop annual brand plans, monitor KPIs, and manage agency partners and budgets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required; an MBA is preferred.
• Minimum five years of relevant product management experience.
• Pharmaceutical/medical device industry experience required; aesthetics/beauty experience highly preferred.
• Proven ability to think strategically as well as execute and implement.
• Experience managing creative agencies, including developing creative briefs, timelines and budgets with little supervision.
• Proven ability to collaborate with upstream partners and drive tactical, downstream marketing activities.
• Travel up to 30%.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of annual brand plans (strategic and operational) including objectives, positioning, target audiences, and go-to-market approach.
• Build competitive intelligence, market insights, and customer segmentation to inform decisions.
• Own the marketing calendar, launch readiness, and cross-functional execution (Sales, Medical, Regulatory, Legal/Compliance, Supply, Training).
• Ensure content development and promotional materials follow internal review/approval processes and local regulations.
• Define KPIs, track performance, and optimize based on insights.
• Lead agency briefs, manage creative/media agencies, ensure brand consistency.
• Collaborate with Sales/Sales Capabilities teams on sell-in and sell-out initiatives and field enablement.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Agency management

Organizational skills

Product launches

Attention to detail

Analytical reading

Travel

Market insights

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA

Job description

Galderma is the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body's largest organ - the skin - meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin, we are in shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story.

We look for people who focus on getting results, embrace learning and bring a positive energy. They must combine initiative with a sense of teamwork and collaboration. Above all, they must be passionate about doing something meaningful for consumers, patients, and the healthcare professionals we serve every day. We aim to empower each employee and promote their personal growth while ensuring business needs are met now and into the future. Across our company, we embrace diversity and respect the dignity, privacy, and personal rights of every employee.

At Galderma, we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our bold ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world. With us, you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled, direct impact.

The Brand Manager will support the management and execution of the marketing plan to grow the assigned portfolio line with the overall brand's strategic plan. This role will operate with a high-degree of autonomy. Additional responsibilities include competitive selling strategies and key projects on an ad hoc basis, as assigned by the US AES leadership team.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy and planning

• Contribute to the development of annual brand plans (strategic and operational) including objectives, positioning, target audiences, and go-to-market approach.
• Build competitive intelligence, market insights, and customer segmentation to inform decisions.

Execution and activation

• Ensure that brand strategies are executed with a high attention to detail and a focus on 360-plan implementation across channels (digital, CRM, social, HCP/professional, and education).
• Own the marketing calendar, launch readiness, and cross-functional execution (Sales, Medical, Regulatory, Legal/Compliance, Supply, Training).
• Ensure content development and promotional materials follow internal review/approval processes and local regulations.
• Support operational and execution capabilities, as required.

Performance and analytics

• Define KPIs, track performance (sales, share, brand health, funnel metrics), and optimize based on insights.
• Evaluate program execution, identify risks/opportunities, propose corrective actions.

Budget and agency management

• Develop the brand budget and ROI tracking.
• Lead agency briefs, manage creative/media agencies, ensure brand consistency.
• Manage vendor requests, inventory management, and field requests for materials.

Stakeholder management

• Partner closely with Sales/Sales Capabilities teams on sell-in and sell-out initiatives and field enablement.
• Collaborate with Medical/Regulatory/Compliance as needed to ensure compliant claims and materials.
• Coordinate with global and regional teams to align on strategy, assets, and best practices (if applicable).

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelors degree is required; an MBA is preferred.
• Minimum five (5) years of relevant product management experience in a large, complex organization. Product launch experience preferred.
• Pharmaceutical/medical device industry experience required. Relevant aesthetics/beauty experience highly preferred.
• Proven ability to think strategically as well as execute and implement.
• Proven experiences managing creative agencies, including developing creative briefs, timelines and budgets with little supervision.
• Proven ability to collaborate with upstream partners and drive tactical, downstream marketing activities.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as market research, agency contracts, sponsorship agreements, and product labeling.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Must be highly organized and able to perform multiple tasks at same time.
• Travel estimated up to 30%.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

This role requires the ability to perform standard office activities, including extended periods of computer use, participation in virtual and in-person meetings, and collaboration across teams. Depending on business needs, occasional travel may be required. Work environments and physical requirements may vary based on the requirements of the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

Compensation

The target base salary range for this role is $125,000-$160,000 per year. This range reflects the anticipated compensation for the role. Where pay falls within the range may vary based on many factors, including, but not limited to, job responsibilities, skills, experience, education, certifications, location and applicable geographic pay zones, market conditions, internal equity and business considerations. Compensation decisions are made based on an assessment of the candidate's qualifications and the totality of relevant factors.

In addition to base salary, this role is eligible to participate in an annual short-term incentive program, subject to plan terms and eligibility requirements.

Benefits

Galderma offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan with employer match, paid time off, and other benefits, subject to eligibility and applicable plan terms.

Work Authorization

This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the United States.

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Duties and responsibilities may be modified, added, or removed as necessary to meet business and organizational needs.

What We Offer

At Galderma, you'll be part of a purpose-driven organization committed to advancing dermatology and improving patient outcomes worldwide. We offer competitive compensation, annual incentive opportunities, and comprehensive benefits, along with meaningful opportunities for growth, development, and collaboration in an inclusive and innovative environment.