Oncology Marketing Manager

Job Description

• Lead respective marketing team coaching and guiding multiple product managers to develop (1) forecast including LROP and (2) local marketing strategies etc.
• Lead commercial strategy execution to maximize opportunity for key oncology products in the areas of GI, GY, GU cancers and other in-line and alliance products.
• Lead strategic brand planning, portfolio positioning and commercialization plan in collaboration with global and cross-functional colleagues
• Develop short-term and long-term counter-competitive strategies/ plans in collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders with deep insights and strategic intent in LCM
• Proactively partner cross-functionally with other key stakeholders (e.g., sales, medical, market access, legal, regulatory, global commercial, and public affairs etc.) to generate key insights to establish and enhance strategy and execution plan
• Determine and execute within optimal promotional channels based on a deep understanding of customers, marketplace, competitors, and business drivers
• Monitor, analyze, and synthesize key market dynamics in the rapidly evolving landscape
• Manage & control communication with key external stakeholders associated with products such as TLs, Parter company, government officer etc.
• Escalate issues that represent significant barriers to execution and/or business impact
• Challenge status quo and gain sponsorship/ support within the company to address gaps.
• Implement talent management/development approaches as required. Ensure subordinates understand the strategic direction of the franchise in relation to company's objectives. Motivate and develop direct reports
• Ensure that all of marketing programs will be compliance with internal policy/government regulations as well to will be align to short/long term strategies across products.

Qualifications / Required Competencies

Functional Knowledge : Comprehensive marketing knowledge, Strategic planning

Skills : Written and spoken communication skill, Interpersonal skill, presentation skill

Leadership Behaviors : Customer focus, Courage and candor, Drive Results, Foster collaboration

Others :

• Deep understanding on the value and importance of creating diverse & inclusive environment as a people manager

• Experience of working under horizontal organizational culture & structure, but being decisive, motivational, influential and courageous under such an environment

• Experience of agile & new ways of working

• Proven track record of leading strategy implementation and delivering stellar business value and growth in various life-cycle stages (new, growth, mature and LoE)

• Top class capabilities of developing brand marketing strategies and communicating recommendations to diverse/complex internal stakeholders

• Distinguished leadership in leading people and outstanding skills to stimulate a growth mindset of people

• Strong analytical skills and affinity for numbers partnered with an entrepreneurial mindset

• Brilliant in identifying target audiences, understanding customer needs and interests and articulating clear messaging and activities to engage the same

• Excellent understanding of the latest trends and best practices, especially in omni-channel marketing

• Superb ability to lead complex projects that involves multiple stakeholders and functions to engage different customer types

Required Skills:

Agency Management, Agency Management, Analytical Thinking, Brand Management, Business Decisions, Business Growth Strategies, Business Writing, Competitive Strategies, Competitor Analysis, Content Creation, Creativity, Cross-Functional Leadership, Customer Engagement, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Data Analysis, Digital Marketing, Growth Mindset, Industry Trend Analysis, Market Analysis, Market Dynamics, Marketing Operations, Marketing Strategy Implementation, Market Research, Market Trend Analysis, NHS Management {+ 10 more}

Preferred Skills:

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

Domestic

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Hybrid

Shift:

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

No

Job Posting End Date:

10/4/2026

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