Brand Manager, Oncology

Do you have expertise in, and passion for Brand Management and Oncology? Then AstraZeneca might be the one for you! ABOUT ASTRAZENECA AstraZeneca is a global, global, science-led, patient-focused Biopharmaceutical business that focuses on the discovery, development, and commercialization of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we are more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca we are dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There is no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration. Always committed to lifelong learning, growth, and development. Our strategic priorities reflect how we are working to deliver our strategy and achieve our Purpose. As a workforce, we are the catalyst for our values: we are entrepreneurial; we do the right thing; we play to win; we put patients first and we follow the science. As a company we appreciate and take great pride in each team member where every person is brought together through shared values, that underpins a shared purpose. There is no better place to feel inspired and energised. Answer unmet medical needs by pioneering the next wave of science, focusing on outcomes and crafting the patient ecosystem. At AstraZeneca, we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. Join the fastest-growing pharmaceutical in our markets, set up to fuel further growth. Be part of our shared ambition and pride: our strong heritage, our turnaround story, and early investment and commitment in international markets. There’s no better place to feel inspired and energized. ABOUT THE ONCOLOGY TEAM Our Oncology team is one of a kind. We have an unmatched winning mentality, with a determined drive to be number one. There’s a commitment to what we do that has to be seen to be believed. We know that we cannot fulfil our ambitions alone. We excel by interacting with other departments, markets and sectors to gain knowledge and truly understand emerging market models and mindsets. But it’s not just about having the right knowledge, we have the right attitude to go with it. A growth mindset – always challenging ourselves to be the best, we learn from others as we make our way to the top of the ladder. Action-oriented, we willingly take on many roles and take smart risks to make quick decisions and achieve our aims faster. What You will do The successful candidate will drive the commercialization of assigned brands in South Africa by developing and implementing the marketing strategy and operational marketing mix and tactics in order to achieve the brand ambition by delivering budgeted or above sales growth. In this role, you will be strongly involved in launch of the new products and indications based on growth of our Oncology portfolio. Job Description Design, implement and evaluate the marketing activities of assigned products within a given product line including distribution channel solutions (this will include digital, social media, inside sales). Assists in review of marketing programs and helps implement changes. Assists in analysis of market data to identify key segment drivers. Works in conjunction with promotional and direct-to-consumer teams Typical Accountabilities Champion the brand among office and field colleagues, as well as external customers, to ensure the Brand Plan delivers crucial short‑term growth and long‑term brand success. Drive launch excellence for new indications and brands allocated to you. Design, implement, and evaluate marketing activities for the assigned brand, which may include distribution channel solutions. Align global strategic brand plans with local customer and market insights to develop tailored and effective local brand strategy, brand messages, and tactical plans. Liaise closely with the sales team to gather market and customer feedback, embed campaigns, and provide brand vision and leadership. Ensure full understanding of the rationale and insights underpinning campaigns, messages, and marketing actions, and demonstrate how field input was used in material development. Maximise the use of all commercial and medical channels by developing brand materials (digital and print) and activities through cross‑functional collaboration. Continuously embed customer and market insights into all brand activities by synthesising qualitative feedback from various sources (market research reports, promotional analyses, customer insights, field insights) with quantitative feedback from data sources and reports. Work with analysts to assess market data and identify key segment drivers, growth opportunities, and business threats. Liaise with cross‑functional team members and external agencies to ensure full communication and successful execution of marketing plans. Manage the budget for assigned brand(s), maintaining an outlook that supports corporate sustainability. Be the product, competitor, and market expert for the assigned brand. Responsible for promptly collecting and reporting any adverse events and product quality complaints received from any source. All such cases must be documented accurately and submitted to the designated department within one business day of becoming aware of the information, in line with company policies and applicable regulatory requirements. Responsible for completing Adverse Event training during initial onboarding and annually thereafter. If this sounds appealing, please read on to understand the experience and skills we’re looking for… ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Completed Bachelor’s Degree in Scientific Field or related Must have 2 years plus experience as a brand manager in the Pharma Scientific field Preference will be given to applicants who have previous oncology experience Experience in Insight/Market Research & brand forecasting Previous Sales experience Experience managing complex projects. Proven brand management experience Experience in launching new pharma products in a market. Desirable: MBA in relevant field Previous Oncology/Specialty care, Multi-national Pharma companies. Understanding of the South African Healthcare environment Why AstraZeneca? We are proud to have achieved Top Employer certification in South Africa, Kenya, and Nigeria, as well as our Best Place to Work certification in Cote d'Ivoire, Cameroon, and Senegal. It is the fourth year South Africa and Kenya have been awarded the Top Employer certification. Amongst the world's top 30 workplaces in 2023 This distinction is a confirmation of our commitment and ability to sustain people, partnerships, and employee engagement and foster an innovative workplace environment. At AstraZeneca, we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, a