Brand Manager – Neuroscience Portfolio

About the role

Novartis is seeking a Brand Manager to lead the strategic and tactical management of innovative therapies within the Neuroscience portfolio in the Czech Republic. You will translate market insights into sustainable brand growth and meaningful patient impact.

Key responsibilities

• Define and execute the local brand strategy aligned with business priorities and global objectives.
• Develop, implement and monitor annual tactical plans to accelerate brand growth.
• Lead launch readiness planning and execution for new therapies.
• Drive omnichannel customer engagement and promotional activities in compliance with regulations.
• Monitor brand performance, market dynamics and competitive activity, taking actions to maximize opportunities.
• Own forecasting, budget planning, resource allocation and financial performance for the brand portfolio.
• Generate actionable customer and market insights to inform strategy and content development.
• Build strong relationships with key opinion leaders and specialized treatment centers.
• Lead cross‑functional initiatives with Medical, Sales, Market Access, Regulatory and other stakeholders.

Required profile

• University degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Medicine, Business, Marketing or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Brand Manager or Product Manager in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong commercial experience with accountability for brand performance, business planning, forecasting and budget management.
• Experience leading or supporting innovative product launches and launch readiness activities.
• Proficient in Czech or Slovak and English, both written and spoken.

Required skills

• Analytical capability and business acumen to use data and insights for decision‑making.
• Cross‑functional and matrix organization collaboration.
• Stakeholder management and influencing across diverse teams.

What we offer

• Competitive base salary range 1,041,187 – 1,933,633 CZK per year.
• Performance‑based bonus and long‑term equity awards.
• Hybrid working options and flexible benefits.
• Monthly pension contribution matching up to 3% of gross salary.
• Risk life insurance, 5‑week holiday, meal vouchers, public transport allowance, MultiSport card and employee share purchase plan.