Job title : Brand Manager, Rare Disease - JHB Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg Deadline : December 08, 2024 Quick Recommended Links Jobs by Location Job by industries Typical Accountabilities Develops and coordinates implementation of marketing programs for assigned brand(s) including cost management Ensures launch readiness and planning of key activities pre/post launch.
Builds solid marketing mix through delivery of appropriate channels.
Proposes and supports design of appropriate programs to deliver excellence in customer experience Develop robust understanding of the patient journey to design tailored programs tackling the gaps within, with special attention to patient-finding activities Suggests improvements to patient-finding and support protocols based on patient data analytics Leads forecast during business planning process.
Input to market research plan and monitors KPIs for brand dashboard Contributes for development and implementation of KEE management plan Lead identification and development of marketing best practices and support implementation on the local market Demonstrates business ethics and ensure active respect of values, business ethics, local laws, policies and Marketing procedures.
Ensures all activities and responsibilities are carried out in compliance with the high standards of ethics and integrity required by the Code of Conduct, supporting Policies and Standards and Company Values to protect and enhance long term performance and reputation Manage advertising and other support agencies in implementing global communication tools and in developing local marketing materials, including promotional materials for the field team Establish and maintain quality and trustful contacts within the relevant medical community, with opinion leaders, influencers and deciders, in compliance with local requirements: have frequent contact with field team, HCP and KEEs Support field teams' execution of promotional events from concept design to content delivery Other duties within position's scope, as assigned by Line Manager ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Must have a completed Medical/Science Degree Leadership skills, with the potential to develop in a more senior role 2-5 years of Brand management experience within an innovative pharmaceutical company with a focus on speciality care businesses 5 - 10 years' industry experience, preferably in niche markets/orphan drugs.
Product launch experience a plus Enhanced strategic capabilities Analytical skills Strong communication and presentation skills Relationship management and networking Availability for local travel Desirable: MBA in relevant field Rare Disease experience is preferable but not mandatory.
Experience in Enzyme Replacement Therapies/Genetics /Endocrinology/Immunology/Neurology will be an advantage Understanding of the South African Healthcare environment Media / Advertising / Branding jobs