The Oncology therapy area at AstraZeneca is unparalleled. We have created and strategically acquired one of the most promising Oncology pipelines in the industry.  You will be among inspiring oncology industry leaders who will keep you engaged and empower you to be the best. We seek out opportunities to do varied meaningful work which means we won't just follow the same course of action time and again if we can see potential in a different way of creating life-changing medicine. 

 

Our vision to tackle cancer is bold - we commit to pushing the boundaries of science to change the practice of medicine, transforming the lives of patients living with cancer, and ultimately eliminating cancer as a cause of death. We, at AstraZeneca, have reinvented ourselves and developed a unique, differentiated strategy to fundamentally shift the way cancer is treated. 

 

As the Regional Marketing Leader (ADRML) for Lung in the Mid South you will leverage your clinical knowledge and experience in order to make a meaningful impact on patient care with a global pharmaceutical company.  The RML develops and implements Regional Marketing Plans with guidance and direction from the Leader of the RML team that align with the strategic imperatives of the brand strategy plans to influence and shape local brand commercial success. The RML coordinates with Oncology Business Managers and National Oncology Account Directors to inform geography strategic planning by being the connection between the headquarters marketing team and the needs at the geography. The ADRML generates timely and actionable on-label customer insights that inform real-time commercialization approach and strategic insights with appropriate data to inform annual brand planning at the regional level. The role develops tailored initiatives that optimally educate given the unique local market opportunities consistent with the regional business plan and with local ESE advocacy. This role will identify and engage with regional customers and integrate their input to build market leadership and achieve commercial objectives. Ensures ethical business decisions and actions are consistently demonstrated. The RML role works closely with the Leader of the RML team for the development of marketing strategies and is coached to deliver regional marketing plans that align.  

Reporting to the Head of Regional Marketing. 

 

Key Responsibilities: 

Regional Marketing: With the support of the Head of the RML team, develop and implement Regional Marketing Plans that align with brand strategy plan strategic imperatives and that influence and shape local brand support. Utilize compliant input from external thought leaders to help build market leadership and achieve commercial objectives. 

ESE Customer Engagement:  Identify and effectively engage a core group of 35-50 National and Regional ESEs, utilizing advanced scientific, communication, and business skills that lead to advocacy of the brand.  

Insights Generation: Generate timely and actionable customer insights that inform Brand strategic decision-making and other important medical and marketing adjustments through interactions (1:1s, congresses, consultancies, and advisory board  meetings)   

Business Ethics and Acumen: Compliantly managing multiple program budgets, timelines, processes, and procedures. 

Internal Collaboration: Collaborate with field sales leadership and ADs and Brand Teams to develop and execute local regional strategies and tactics based on local market opportunities.  

Other Duties: 

The role will require some work to be conducted during evenings and weekends 

Overnight travel will be required including Hawaii & Overseas 

Expected travel up to 50% monthly 

 

Minimum Qualifications:  

Bachelor's Degree 

3 years of experience in pharmaceutical and/or healthcare industry with experience in one or more of the following: managed markets, brand marketing, sales management, strategic planning 

3 years of Oncology marketing and/or sales experience 

Documented success in partnership-building with industry thought leaders 

 

Preferred Requirements: 

Advanced Degree ( MS, MBA, or PhD) 

10 years of experience in pharmaceutical and/or healthcare industry with experience in one or more of the following: managed markets, brand marketing, sales management, strategic planning 

5 years of Oncology marketing or sales experience 

Extensive, documented thought leader/ key opinion leader (KOL) management 

At AstraZeneca's Oncology Business Unit, we believe in drawing on the brightest and most diverse minds to impact at scale. We work cross-functionally, as well as externally, to thrive at pace. Our entrepreneurial spirit enables us to proactively take initiatives, speak up and see first-hand the difference we've made. We embrace continuous change and improvement, encouraged to think differently and develop game-changing ideas. Our growing pipeline coupled with our big ambitions gives us the chance to stand on the side of progress. 

Ready to make your mark on the healthcare ecosystem? Apply today and join us in building the future of Oncology!

Date Posted

13-Jan-2025

Closing Date

02-Feb-2025Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.