Brand Manager - Neuroscience

About the role

Novartis is looking for a Brand Manager (NS) in Prague, Czech Republic, to lead the strategic and tactical management of innovative therapies within the Neuroscience portfolio. The role reports to the Immunology & Neuroscience Therapeutic Area Head and works closely with Medical, Sales, Market Access and Regulatory partners. Relocation support is not offered, so only apply if you can access the role.

Key responsibilities

• Define and execute the local brand strategy aligned with business priorities, customer needs and global objectives.
• Develop, implement, monitor and optimise annual tactical plans to grow the brand and its impact on patients.
• Lead launch readiness planning and execution for new therapies.
• Drive omnichannel customer engagement and promotions in line with regulations and company policies.
• Monitor brand performance, market dynamics and competition, and act to maximise opportunities and mitigate risks.
• Own forecasting, budget planning, resource allocation and financial performance of the brand portfolio.
• Generate customer and market insights and build relationships with key opinion leaders, healthcare professionals and treatment centres.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives and ensure compliance with regulatory, quality, safety and ethical standards.

Required profile

• University degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Medicine, Business, Marketing or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience as a Brand Manager or Product Manager in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong commercial experience with brand performance, business planning, forecasting and budget management.
• Experience leading or supporting innovative product launches.
• Proficiency in written and spoken Czech or Slovak and English.
• Desirable: experience in Neuroscience, Rare Diseases or Gene Therapy.

Required skills

• Product marketing and product lifecycle management
• Business planning, forecasting and budget management
• Cross-functional collaboration in matrix organisations
• Data-driven decision making

What we offer

• Expected annual base salary of 1,041,187 to 1,933,633 CZK, with a possible performance-based bonus and long-term equity awards.
• Flexible and hybrid working where possible, and at least 14 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Monthly pension contribution matching up to 3% of gross monthly base salary, risk life insurance, 5 weeks of holiday, meal vouchers and public transport allowance.