Marketing Manager (Breast Cancer Franchise)

at  AstraZeneca

At AstraZeneca, we are guided by a strong set of values, and we are redefining what a biopharmaceutical company can achieve. By truly following the science, we pioneer new methods, new ways of thinking, and bring teams together. Every one of our employees makes a difference to patients’ lives every day. Our mission is ambitious and requires the skills of a collaborative team that puts patients first and delivers on the promise of science.
We need great people who share our passion for science and have the drive and determination to meet the unmet needs of patients worldwide. If you’re swift to act, confident to lead, willing to collaborate, and curious about what science can achieve, then you’re the kind of person we’re looking for.
Currently, in support of our Breast Cancer Franchise, we are looking for a Marketing Manager to contribute to AstraZeneca’s commercial success by developing and implementing marketing strategies and plans that enable sustainable, profitable, and competitive positioning of AstraZeneca’s breast cancer products.

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE

• Proficiency in written and spoken English (minimum B1); Polish as a native language
• Master’s degree in Marketing, Management, Medicine, Bioscience, or another relevant field
• A minimum of 4 years’ experience in a brand management role within an innovative pharmaceutical company (specialty care)
• Strong leadership and business influence skills, including the ability to mentor and manage team members
• Customer-oriented personality, team-player attitude, and a “play to win” mindset
• Highly developed planning, analytical, and organizational skills, with the ability to work with advanced forecasting models
• Strategic mindset with a capacity to create long-term visions for products and portfolios
• Proven ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams, both locally and regionally
• Excellent presentation and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office applications
• High integrity and adherence to ethical standards
• Open and innovative mindset, with a willingness to integrate diverse approaches (e.g., AI, digital, omnichannel) into the marketing strategy

Desirable:

• Experience in people management (sales or marketing)
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong understanding of the healthcare sector and a broad perspective beyond commercial roles
• Experience in oncology, particularly in breast cancer
• Demonstrated success in leading launch campaigns within the oncology segment

Join AstraZeneca and help us deliver life-changing medicines. Be part of a team driven by science and innovation, maintaining AstraZeneca’s position as a global leader in biopharmaceuticals. APPLY

Marketing strategy

• Design and implement operational and strategic plans, both in the short and long term, aligned with key targets (product, sales, market share, profitability), in close collaboration with key internal stakeholders
• Conduct and effectively leverage multiple analyses and research (e.g., customer segmentation, market and competitor analysis, developments in the pharmaceutical sector) to optimize the strategy and ensure effective implementation
• Develop and implement alternative plans and strategies proactively in response to major changes in the market environment (regulatory, reimbursement, competitive landscape, etc.)
• Collaborate effectively across key functions (e.g., Medical, Commercial, Diagnostics, Market Access) with strong leadership and vision to execute a bold, long-term strategy for AstraZeneca’s breast cancer portfolio

Analysis, planning, and financial management

• Ensure consistent, timely, and accurate forecasting (revenues, costs) to achieve optimal P&L outcomes
• Lead key local and regional forecasting processes, aligned with AstraZeneca’s requirements and timelines
• Evaluate commercial potential (market and product) using internal and external tools, resources, data, and patient journey models
• Ensure product availability through precise supply planning

Cross-functional team leadership

• Foster open and effective collaboration and build partnerships with the Field Sales Team to ensure smooth execution of the marketing strategy
• Coordinate and lead cross-functional Brand Team activities, with the ability to influence and contribute meaningfully to the strategies of other functions (Market Access, Communications, Diagnostics, Medical)

Stakeholder management

• Develop strategies for communicating with key external stakeholders to ensure the competitive positioning of the product portfolio and AstraZeneca’s reputation as a leading, innovative company in the breast cancer therapeutic area
• Establish and manage strong partnerships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs)