Galderma is the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body’s largest organ - the skin - meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin, we are in shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story.
We look for people who focus on getting results, embrace learning and bring a positive energy. They must combine initiative with a sense of teamwork and collaboration. Above all, they must be passionate about doing something meaningful for consumers, patients, and the healthcare professionals we serve every day. We aim to empower each employee and promote their personal growth while ensuring business needs are met now and into the future. Across our company, we embrace diversity and respect the dignity, privacy, and personal rights of every employee.
At Galderma, we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our bold ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world. With us, you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled, direct impact.
Senior Brand Manager Launch Lead
Location : Thornhill, Ontario (Hybrid)
Job Description
We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Senior Brand Manager, Launch Lead Aesthetics with strong brand management experience to drive strategic launches as well as manage the assigned brand franchise. This role requires a strong focus on launch excellence, cross-functional collaboration, and the management of omnichannel campaigns. The ideal candidate will drive innovation, leverage market insights, and execute flawless end-to-end product launches across all channels to maximize impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Launch Strategy & Brand Management: Leads the development and execution of comprehensive product launch strategies, ensuring alignment with overall brand goals and business objectives for the Canadian market. Oversee all aspects of the brand management for assigned brand/franchise from a marketing perspective, driving execution across all touchpoints and channels.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Fosters collaboration with regulatory, medical affairs, supply chain, finance, customer service, commercial operations, sales, education, and global teams to ensure seamless execution across all phases of the product launch. Acts as the central point of coordination to ensure all teams are aligned and working toward common launch goals.
• Campaign Management: Designs and leads omnichannel marketing campaigns, integrating digital, social, and traditional media to maximize product awareness and adoption.
• Innovation & Market Insights: Stays ahead of industry trends, emerging technologies, and digital marketing best practices to continually refresh and innovate brand strategies.
• Customer-Centric Approach: Conducts in-depth market research and competitor analysis to inform product launch strategies and refine messaging. Leverages customer insights to guide pre-launch planning, launch readiness, and ongoing market activities, ensuring a customer-first approach.
• HCP Collaboration & Education: Works closely with medical affairs and customer education team to address Healthcare Professional (HCP) education and training needs, ensuring product knowledge and usage are effectively communicated to key stakeholders.
• Stakeholder Communication & Reporting: Provides regular updates on launch progress, KPIs and performance to senior leadership, cross-functional teams, and key external stakeholders.
• Budget & Resource Management: Manages the marketing budget for product launches, ensuring that resources are allocated effectively to drive strategic priorities and maximize ROI.
• Performance Tracking & Continuous Improvement: Tracks and reports on launch performance, including key campaign metrics and brand KPIs. Analyzes results and provides actionable insights to refine strategies and improve future launch effectiveness.

Skills & Qualifications

• Hands-on, dynamic team player thriving in fast-paced environments with a strong external and customer focus.
• Driven by curiosity, competitiveness, and results, challenging the status quo and fostering innovation.
• Solution-oriented with a growth mindset.
• Proven product launch experience within the pharmaceutical, aesthetics industry required.
• Understands scientific and clinical knowledge related to products/portfolio
• Experienced in designing multichannel/omnichannel brand strategies and product/campaign launches (in-person, digital, virtual).
• Strong communication, presentation, and storytelling skills.
• Strong business acumen, using analytics to track performance against KPIs and budget.
• Minimum of a BSc or BA (science or business preferred), with an MBA as an asset.
• At least 5 years of experience in device, aesthetics, skincare or pharmaceutical marketing; prior sales experience preferred.

What we offer in return

• A great work environment with an inspiring work ambiance
• Growth and development possibilities
• An excellent benefits program starting day one
• Pension program after one year of service (company contribution of up to 10%)
• Tuition Reimbursements
• Service awards program

Next Steps

• If your profile is a match, we will invite you for a first virtual conversation with the recruiter.
• The next step is a virtual conversation with the hiring manager
• The final step is a panel conversation with the extended team

Our people make a difference
At Galderma, you’ll work with people who are like you. And people that are different. We value what every member of our team brings. Professionalism, collaboration, and a friendly, supportive ethos is the perfect environment for people to thrive and excel in what they do

• Launch Strategy & Brand Management: Leads the development and execution of comprehensive product launch strategies, ensuring alignment with overall brand goals and business objectives for the Canadian market. Oversee all aspects of the brand management for assigned brand/franchise from a marketing perspective, driving execution across all touchpoints and channels.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Fosters collaboration with regulatory, medical affairs, supply chain, finance, customer service, commercial operations, sales, education, and global teams to ensure seamless execution across all phases of the product launch. Acts as the central point of coordination to ensure all teams are aligned and working toward common launch goals.
• Campaign Management: Designs and leads omnichannel marketing campaigns, integrating digital, social, and traditional media to maximize product awareness and adoption.
• Innovation & Market Insights: Stays ahead of industry trends, emerging technologies, and digital marketing best practices to continually refresh and innovate brand strategies.
• Customer-Centric Approach: Conducts in-depth market research and competitor analysis to inform product launch strategies and refine messaging. Leverages customer insights to guide pre-launch planning, launch readiness, and ongoing market activities, ensuring a customer-first approach.
• HCP Collaboration & Education: Works closely with medical affairs and customer education team to address Healthcare Professional (HCP) education and training needs, ensuring product knowledge and usage are effectively communicated to key stakeholders.
• Stakeholder Communication & Reporting: Provides regular updates on launch progress, KPIs and performance to senior leadership, cross-functional teams, and key external stakeholders.
• Budget & Resource Management: Manages the marketing budget for product launches, ensuring that resources are allocated effectively to drive strategic priorities and maximize ROI.
• Performance Tracking & Continuous Improvement: Tracks and reports on launch performance, including key campaign metrics and brand KPIs. Analyzes results and provides actionable insights to refine strategies and improve future launch effectiveness