Strategic Pharma Brand Leader

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Professional development opportunities

Industry events attendance

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Pharmaceutical Brand Manager in Sandton to lead commercialization efforts for key products. The role focuses on developing brand strategies, campaigns, and positioning to drive growth and revenue, while aligning with sales, medical, regulatory and R&D teams.

The ideal candidate will have a strong marketing acumen, at least 6 years in pharma branding, and a track record of building successful brands that improve patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree in marketing or pharma-related field; MBA is a plus.
• Minimum 6 years in pharmaceutical brand management or marketing.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive strategic marketing plans.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute annual marketing plans and strategies for assigned pharmaceutical brands.
• Conduct in-depth market analysis, customer segmentation, and competitive intelligence gathering.
• Create compelling marketing collateral, promotional materials, and digital campaigns.
• Manage marketing budgets effectively, ensuring optimal return on investment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, medical affairs, and regulatory affairs, to ensure brand alignment.
• Monitor brand performance, analyze key metrics, and adjust strategies as needed to achieve business objectives.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Pharmacy, or related field

MBA desirable

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Pharmaceutical Brand Manager in Sandton to lead commercialization efforts for key products. The role focuses on developing brand strategies, campaigns, and positioning to drive growth and revenue, while aligning with sales, medical, regulatory and R&D teams.

The ideal candidate will have a strong marketing acumen, at least 6 years in pharma branding, and a track record of building successful brands that improve patient outcomes.