Launch Lead - Director Immunology

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With a strong commitment to bringing life-changing medications to millions of people, Novartis operates at the forefront of medical science and digital technology. We offer a wealth of resources and opportunities for professional growth, featuring global and local cross-functional career paths, a diverse array of learning programs, and an in-house marketplace for rotations and project work. Our ongoing transformation will ensure continued growth and the rapid delivery of innovative medicines to patients.

Role Overview

Our ambition is to become leaders in immunology across global markets, with Remibrutinib at the forefront of our initiatives. This critical position involves supporting the development and execution of the complete brand strategy for Remibrutinib across key international markets. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with the international commercial team, focusing on Germany, Japan, and China, to ensure the effective launch and growth of Remibrutinib, alongside the forthcoming CSU and other indications.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive marketing strategies, emphasizing product positioning, differentiation, and scientific messaging to achieve maximum market penetration.
• Collaborate with launch teams in China, Japan, and Germany to create robust strategic plans, ensuring meticulous execution and performance tracking.
• Gather and integrate feedback from various regions to refine brand strategies and project deliverables.
• Conduct market trend analysis and research, capturing customer insights and understanding market dynamics and competition to inform strategic decisions.
• Support Remibrutinib International Commercialization Excellence (ICE) initiatives by promoting best practices in customer engagement.

Essential Requirements

• Over 10 years of commercial experience in various functions across country or above country levels, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of the commercial landscape.
• Proven track record of successful product launches, with substantial commercial experience in key markets.
• Marketing expertise, preferably within immunology, engaging with dermatologists or allergologists.
• Proven ability to thrive in high-performing, high-growth environments, understanding the key factors that influence customer and patient behavior.
• Strong collaborative skills with experience partnering across functions and markets to achieve strategic goals.

Leadership Capabilities

• Ability to manage and enhance performance, consistently meeting and exceeding targets in challenging markets.
• Demonstrated capacity to lead and inspire teams, fostering cross-functional collaboration and strategic thinking in dynamic settings.
• A focus on long-term issues, creating effective plans and strategies while navigating organizational complexities.
• Established credibility across diverse stakeholders, adept at managing shared outcomes and cross-business accountabilities.
• Exhibits enterprise leadership, balancing stakeholder priorities to achieve desired results.
• Empowering teams to execute efficiently across organizational layers and geographies.
• Proficient in communicating effectively with senior stakeholders, aligning on vision, purpose, and goals, while building trust and engagement.