BRAND MANAGER

Abbott; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A global healthcare leader in Johannesburg is seeking a Senior Product Manager to lead the development and execution of brand strategies and marketing plans. This role requires a minimum of 4 years of experience in product management within the pharmaceutical industry and strong skills in digital marketing and brand planning. The ideal candidate will champion campaigns across OTC and Prescription (Rx) portfolios, contributing to shaping the future of healthcare in the region.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Recognition as a great place to work

Diverse company culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of product management experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
• 3–5 years of successful pharmaceutical sales experience.
• Proven experience in both OTC and Prescription (Rx) product management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute brand plans and promotional strategies.
• Lead cross-functional brand teams and manage external agencies.
• Analyze market trends and sales data to inform strategy.

Skills

Product management

Pharmaceutical sales

Brand planning

Digital marketing

Analytical skills

Leadership

Education

Tertiary qualification in Health Sciences and/or Business Sciences

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

About Abbott

Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You will have access to:

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of .
• A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
• A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Opportunity

Join our dynamic team as aSenior Product Managerin theEnglish Africa Cluster (EAC). You will lead the development and execution of brand strategies, marketing plans, and digital campaigns across bothOTC and Prescription (Rx)portfolios. This is a high-impact role where your strategic thinking, digital acumen, and pharmaceutical expertise will shape the future of healthcare in the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute brand plans, sales forecasts, and promotional strategies.
• Lead cross-functional brand teams and manage external agencies.
• Champion digital marketing initiatives and regional campaign rollouts.
• Drive product performance through innovative doctor, pharmacy, and hospital promotions.
• Analyze market trends and sales data to inform strategy.
• Collaborate with third-party manufacturers and partners to meet business goals.

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 4 yearsof product management experience in thepharmaceutical industry.
• 3–5 yearsof successful pharmaceutical sales experience.
• Proven experience in both OTC and Prescription (Rx)product management.
• Strong background inbrand planning, product launches, andmultichannel marketing.
• Experience withgeneric brandsand managing multiple brands simultaneously.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in tools likeExcel, PowerPoint, and market data platforms (e.g., IMS, Impact Rx).

Education & Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification inHealth Sciences and/or Business Sciences(essential).
• Additional qualifications inMarketing/IMM/Commercial disciplines(advantageous).
• Apply Now
• Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.
• Connect with us atwww.abbott.com, on Facebook atwww.facebook.com/Abbottand on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.

The base pay for this position is

N/A

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY: Product Management DIVISION: EPD Established Pharma LOCATION: South Africa > Johannesburg : Abbott Place ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: Yes, 50 % of the Time MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: No SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Not Applicable