Regional Marketing Manager – Pharma

About the role

The successful candidate will lead the regional marketing strategy and execution for a key pharmaceutical portfolio. This position owns brand performance, portfolio strategy, field‑force enablement and market development across multiple countries.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement regional marketing strategy, translating group direction into brand, pricing and promotional plans.
• Lead brand positioning, lifecycle management and portfolio optimisation across therapy areas.
• Partner with Sales leadership and field force to align marketing initiatives with on‑ground execution.
• Identify, engage and manage relationships with Key Opinion Leaders and external stakeholders.
• Drive pricing strategy reviews in collaboration with Sales and Finance.
• Monitor market trends, competitive activity and regional performance, providing actionable insights.
• Design and deliver training programmes for the field force.
• Oversee regional marketing analytics and present performance dashboards to senior stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Regulatory and Group teams for seamless execution.
• Mentor and develop marketing talent within the region.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy or Life Sciences; Master’s in Marketing or Business Management preferred.
• 8–10 years progressive experience in pharmaceutical marketing with regional or multi‑country responsibility.
• Proven ability to operate at both strategic and hands‑on leadership levels in emerging or complex markets.
• Experience working in matrix organisations with multiple stakeholders.
• High independence, resilience and ownership mindset.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, analytical and decision‑making skills.
• Prior experience in Africa or frontier markets is a strong advantage.

Required skills