Brand Manager Alpine (CH + AT) at AstraZeneca

Baar, Zug, Switzerland -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Pharma Marketing, Brand Management, Strategic Planning, Digital Marketing, Communication, Negotiation, Project Management, Customer Insights, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Budget Management, Training Programs, Agency Management, Market Access, Commercial Innovation, Patient-Centric Approach, Analytical Skills, Problem Solving

Industry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Description

Position: Brand Manager – Alpine Team (Switzerland & Austria) Location: Switzerland Contract Type: Permanent Are you ready to make a significant impact in the fields of nephrology, hematology, and neurology? Alexion is seeking a results-oriented Brand Manager to join our Alpine team, supporting targeted marketing activities for designated brands and products spanning Switzerland and Austria. Your primary focus will be on a leading product operating within the complement system—an exciting and fast-evolving therapeutic area. About the Role As Brand Manager, you will collaborate closely with a small, agile cross-functional team to prepare and execute marketing strategies for assigned brands and indications. You’ll play a key role in enhancing brand awareness, adapting global campaigns to local needs, managing agency relationships, and ensuring materials are compliant and impactful. Strategic thinking and planning will be integral to your daily work, as you drive the successful implementation of brand plans and cross-functional initiatives in line with global and regional objectives. Key Responsibilities Support or lead the strategic and tactical planning process for the Alpine region, ensuring alignment with global and regional teams Adapt and localize global assets and campaigns for the Swiss and Austrian markets Manage local production—including agencies—and oversee sign-off of marketing materials Assist field colleagues with the analysis and classification of key accounts Support and execute training programs for the sales team on relevant cross-functional activities Track and follow up on strategic and tactical plan milestones and implementation Drive and participate in cross-functional projects across Medical and Market Access, ensuring customer needs are met Maintain a strong focus on customer insights and identifying growth opportunities Oversee and manage the brand budget Essential Skills & Experience Demonstrated pharma marketing skills and solid knowledge of ethical standards Proven experience developing and executing robust brand plans in complex, scientific disease areas Strong patient-centric approach and commitment to commercial innovation Expertise in digital and traditional marketing channels Outstanding communication and negotiation abilities Proficiency in German and English; French language skills are an asset Qualifications and Mindset Master’s Degree (preferred) or equivalent in Marketing Hands-on, can-do attitude, with a proactive and solution-oriented approach Excellent interpersonal skills, underpinning cross-functional collaboration Strong skills in planning, analysis, project management, and prioritization Innovative, entrepreneurial spirit with a flair for out-of-the-box thinking Why Join AstraZeneca? At AstraZeneca, you’ll be empowered to make a difference, working with passionate teams and pioneering science that transforms patient lives. You’ll find dynamic career development opportunities within a collaborative, values-driven environment. If you’re strategic, creative, and thrive in a fast-paced, multi-market setting, we want to hear from you! Apply today and be a driving force in our commitment to advancing healthcare solutions across the Alpine region. Date Posted 03-Oct-2025 Closing Date 12-Oct-2025 Alexion is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where every single person can belong because of their uniqueness. The Company will not make decisions about employment, training, compensation, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment based on race, color, religion, creed or lack thereof, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), parental status (including adoption or surrogacy), military status, protected veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or expression, genetic information, mental illness or other characteristics protected by law. Alexion provides reasonable accommodations to meet the needs of candidates and employees. To begin an interactive dialogue with Alexion regarding an accommodation, please contact accommodations@Alexion.com. Alexion participates in E-Verify.

Responsibilities

As Brand Manager, you will collaborate with a cross-functional team to execute marketing strategies for assigned brands in Switzerland and Austria. You will enhance brand awareness, adapt global campaigns, manage agency relationships, and ensure compliance of marketing materials.