Requisition ID 44558BR<br/>Title Sr. Brand Manager<br/>Job Category Sales<br/>Job Description Purpose<br/><br/>Accountable to assist in the development and implementation of product business plans, key strategic imperatives, positioning & messaging for marketing initiatives across the entire diabetes or obesity portfolio and for designated customer segments to achieve Novo Nordisk P&L goals. Responsible to develop & ensure the alignment of brand positioning and messaging for patient marketing activities. Responsible to Develop & implement annual brand tactical plans through the development of brand strategies, communications strategies, positioning, etc. Participates on the Extended Brand Team (EBT) for designated brand and provides key input into the brand planning process.<br/><br/>Relationships<br/><br/>Reports to the Senior Brand Director. Internal relationships are with other members of the brand team and Business Unit. Build strong relationships by working closely with other Brand Managers and units within Diabetes and/or Obesity Marketing. Works closely with field sales to ensure marketing programs are developed that strongly support their direct and indirect needs with customers. Maintains close collaboration with Medical, Regulatory and Legal functions. External relationships include relations with professional services vendors. May also interact with NN/AS.<br/><br/>Essential Functions<br/><br/>Accountable to manage the brand/portfolio budget process for designated area.. Monitor agency expenses by looking for opportunities to maximize value while minimizing agency costs. Follow internal and external procedures in managing contracts. Regularly tracks and reconciles expenses to ensure budget is on track.<br/>* Develops accurate short and long term plans, forecasting, and business analysis. Ensures timely execution and follow-up, meets deadlines, prioritizes projects and time, anticipate problems and roadblocks to avoid crisis management.<br/>* Develops and presents compelling plans for management endorsement.<br/>* Support the development of annual strategic product plans for assigned products utilizing input of extended brand teams..<br/>* Manages all aspects of the marketing mix including promotion, pricing, distribution, and product developments and/or changes as it related to patient marketing.<br/>* Identifies appropriate measurements and develop comprehensive reporting to evaluate effectiveness of marketing campaigns with regard to format, placement and creative employed for each campaign.<br/>* Participates on teams and works cross-functionally to integrate all plans and strategies and ensure strategic alignment.<br/>* Manages brand positioning messages, and key objectives<br/>* In alignment with Commercial Excellence, measures ROI on all implemented programs and presents results to all stakeholders<br/>* Participates in the development of market research plans.<br/>* Works closely with Marketing Effectiveness to ensure tracking of implemented programs are reported in a timely manner to all stakeholders.<br/>* Develops and implements effective brand related messages, positioning, programs and initiatives to drive value and profitability.<br/>* Develops and implements effective relationship marketing programs to drive conversion and improve retention and adherence<br/>* Develops and implements programs to improve compliance and persistency with existing patients, and to enhance retention of key brands with existing patients<br/>* Manages and adheres to PRB review process and deadlines for submission of all related materials<br/>* Acts a strategic partner on patient communication initiatives with other departments, coordinates strategies related to CornerStones4Care, patient advisory boards and owns communication style guidelines in an effort to better collaborate across boundaries and provide ‘one voice’ to consumer customers<br/>Physical Requirements<br/><br/>* 10-20% overnight travel required<br/>Qualifications<br/><br/>* A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.<br/>* A minimum of 7 years sales and/or brand management/marketing experience within the pharmaceutical<br/>* Industry required. 2 years as a Brand Manager or equivalent relevant experience.<br/>* Extensive knowledge and experience in designing and implementing project plans.<br/>* MBA preferred<br/>* Planning, Execution and Follow-Up – effectively prioritizes and spends time and the time of others on what is important. Develops accurate short and long term plans, forecasting, and business analysis. Ensures timely<br/>* Execution and follow-up. Meets deadlines. Anticipates problems and roadblocks to avoid crisis management.<br/>* The ability to work on cross functional teams and effectively represent patient marketing on these teams.<br/><br/>Department MKT - GLP-1 PORTFOLIO (3a)<br/>Position Location US - Plainsboro, NJ<br/>City Plainsboro<br/>State/Provinces US - NJ
<br/><br/>At Novo Nordisk, we know that driving change on a global level and improving treatment outcomes for people with diabetes and other chronic diseases begins here at home. That's why we make an unmatched commitment to our employees, our families and our communities. That means outstanding rewards, industry-leading training programs, and an environment that supports you to achieve your goals at every level. It's all part of the Novo Nordisk Way. It includes our Vision and our commitment to the Triple Bottom Line principle – helping us find the right balance between compassion and competitiveness
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