Senior Brand Manager – Haematology/Oncology (Italy)
Japan Pharmaceuticals is seeking an experienced Senior Brand Manager to consolidate and further evolve the development and execution of the haematology/oncology brand strategy and operational marketing programmes in Italy. The role reports to the Business Unit Head and collaborates with cross‑functional partners across the organization as a key member of the Italian Brand Team.
Responsibilities
- Drive the development and implementation of the commercial plan for haematology/oncology products in Italy to optimise current performance and launch readiness for future assets.
- Based on robust market insights, develop key strategic priorities and maintain focus on the agreed priorities targeting all groups of HCPs.
- Monitor the implementation of the product plan, course‑correcting where required, and anticipate future trends in market dynamics, therapeutic approaches and healthcare professional needs.
- Build the reputation of Jazz Pharmaceuticals as a partner in haematology/oncology and build collaborative relationships with key opinion leaders and relevant societies.
- Develop and implement programmes and materials that support field‑based professionals, from insights gathered through market research, customers and the field.
- Ensure all internal and external materials and programmes are reviewed and approved in accordance with Jazz Pharmaceuticals procedures and meet the needs of our customers.
- Manage Congress planning, CME/medical education planning and execution.
- Operate within agreed budgets, ensuring optimal investment of promotional resources, and deliver effective financial planning and control in the preparation and execution of the plan.
- Work with the finance team to ensure that planned expense estimates are accurate and regularly updated to reflect deviations from plan.
- Manage external vendors/agencies and lead day‑to‑day operational projects to ensure high quality outputs and value for money.
- Collaborate effectively with Sales, Medical and Market Access cross‑functional partners and drive and engage the overall organisation on product strategy and tactics.
- Lead and challenge the organisation on product positioning, strategy implementation and tactics execution.
- Provide insights and input into the development of the EUR/INT marketing plans and liaise with EUR/INT to share standard methodologies and market best practices.
- Behave ethically, responsibly and professionally in accordance with Jazz Pharmaceuticals values and local codes of practice, ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, codes, corporate standards and procedures.
Qualifications & Skills
- Expertise in pharmaceutical marketing, ideally in haematology and/or oncology or specialty pharmaceuticals, with experience in an orphan or rare disease context a plus.
- Understanding of medical aspects of the therapeutic area and willingness to develop in‑depth expertise.
- Ability to function at strategic and operational levels with a pragmatic, hands‑on approach.
- Proven ability to partner successfully with broad cross‑functional teams and drive projects forward to completion.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentations to large groups.
- Attention to detail and ability to understand, interpret and explain clinical data.
- Highly motivated, enthusiastic and inspirational, with excellent problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
- Proven experience in launches in specialty/rare disease areas and the ability to set goals, priorities and meet challenging timelines.
- Works well and delivers under pressure.
- Good English level spoken/written.
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent (Life Science preferred).
Equal Opportunity Statement
Jazz Pharmaceuticals is an equal‑opportunity/affirmative‑action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.
Benefits
The successful candidate will be eligible to participate in various benefits offerings, including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision insurance, retirement savings plan, and flexible paid vacation. For more information on our benefits offerings please visit
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