International Product Manager - Pharmaceutical Marketing

Chikara HR
united kingdom, united kingdom
4 days ago
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  • Growing company in the paediatric space
  • Opportunity to lead the international marketing strategy on a portfolio of products
  • Remote position, based in UK or Ireland
  • Exciting pipeline over coming years, with launch preparation already underway


Take the lead in shaping and delivering brand strategies on an international level, using an omnichannel approach to enhance customer engagement and drive growth. Manage key marketing initiatives, develop impactful campaigns and collaborate with cross-functional teams to maximise brand success. An exciting opportunity for a strategic marketer looking to make a real impact in paediatrics.


Key responsibilities

  • Develop and implement the international brand strategy that engages with local markets 
  • Supporting the implementation of strategies in European local markets
  • Operate cross functionally, touching all related departments relating to the commercialisation of the product 
  • Learn from sales teams’ experiences to maximise messaging impact
  • Manage relationships with agencies and external partners to ensure effective marketing
  • Analyse market trends, competitor activity, and performance data to refine strategy and stay ahead


About you

  • Experienced pharmaceutical marketeer, with hands on experience managing operations across European affiliates
  • Bachelor’s degree in scientific or business field, or relevant experience 
  • Excellent communicator, ability to influence cross functionally to see projects to completion
  • Self starter, ability to work autonomously on own initiative
  • Experience in a pharmaceutical sales role highly regarded
  • Knowledge of the ABPI code, ideally with ABPI qualification


About the company

An exciting opportunity to join a growing SME pharmaceutical company, where you will play a key role in shaping the strategic direction and driving the company’s success. Your work will directly impact healthcare professional knowledge, ultimately benefiting patients.


Currently promoting three products and plans to expand the portfolio with several product launches in the coming years.


Company benefits include:

  • Annual bonus
  • Private medical insurance
  • Enhanced pension
  • Life assurance
  • Benefit pot to use how you like


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