Permanent, full-time role with competitive remuneration and benefits
Career growth Expand your expertise in a growing, successful industry
Professional development Gain valuable experience in a dynamic, evolving role
Play a key role in Shaping portfolio performance, brand strategy and market impact
Job Description
Brand Manager - Pharma
Permanent, full-time role with competitive remuneration and benefits
Location Macquarie Park, Sydney, Australia
Career growth Expand your expertise in a growing, successful industry
Professional development Gain valuable experience in a dynamic, evolving role
Play a key role in Shaping portfolio performance, brand strategy and market impact
As a Brand Manager, Pharma, you will be responsible for achieving revenue targets for a specific Pharma portfolio through the development and execution of effective brand strategies.
You will lead marketing plans, manage promotional activity and collaborate across internal and external stakeholders to deliver strong commercial outcomes.
What You Will Do
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to
Brand Strategy and Portfolio Management
Develop and implement brand and marketing plans to achieve strategic and financial objectives
Contribute to strategic and operational decisions for the assigned Pharma portfolio
Plan and manage innovative medicine brands, with oncology experience highly regarded
Support launch strategy development and portfolio execution
Marketing and Stakeholder Collaboration
Collaborate with external agencies to deliver promotional materials, events, conferences and other marketing activities
Deliver on marketing operational responsibilities
Work collaboratively across a broad range of key stakeholders
Engage and align internal cross-functional, regional and global partners




Communicate effectively to attract, lead and motivate stakeholders and align them with global strategy and vision
Market, Financial and Commercial Insight
Conduct market research to gain insights into portfolio needs
Use analytical skills to synthesise internal and external data and adapt portfolio strategy accordingly
Manage promotional budgets, forecasting and tactical planning to maximise return on investment
Apply strong business and financial acumen to support portfolio performance
Navigate decision-making processes in complex organisations
Governance and Compliance
Ensure consistent adherence to company corporate policies, values and standards
Operate within all applicable laws, regulations and compliance frameworks
Demonstrate high levels of corporate maturity, leadership and sound judgement
Bring an entrepreneurial, proactive and "can do" mindset to portfolio management
What You Must Have
Bachelor's degree in Biological or Medical Sciences, or equivalent knowledge and experience desirable
Prior solid experience in pharmaceutical industry marketing
Proven ability to plan and manage innovative medicine brands
Experience in strategic and analytical thinking, including launch strategy
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
High level of business and financial acumen
Ability to work collaboratively across multiple stakeholders




Strong understanding of internal and external compliance requirements
Proactive, solution-oriented approach with strong leadership capability
What You Can Expect
The chance to shape strategy for a critical Pharma portfolio
A collaborative environment with exposure to local, regional and global partners
A role where your commercial, analytical and leadership skills will make a real impact
We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing talented and committed people together.
The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when ideas come together in an inclusive environment.
We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another's thinking and approach problems collectively.
We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive workplace.
Required Skills
Adaptability, Agile Methodology, Brand Strategy, Creative Campaign Development, Decision Making, Global Strategy, Interpersonal Relationships, Marketing Budget Management, Marketing Data Analysis, Marketing Strategy Implementation, Market Penetration, Market Research, Operational Decisions, Pricing Strategies, Project Management, Public Health, Strategic Planning, Strategic Thinking, Strategy Development
Employee Status
Regular
Relocation
No relocation
VISA Sponsorship
No
Travel Requirements
No Travel Required
Flexible Work Arrangements
Hybrid
Shift
Not Indicated
Valid Driving License
No
Hazardous Material(s)
N/A
Job Posting End Date
10/8/2026
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📌 Brand Manager - Pharma (Sydney)
🏢 MSD Australia & New Zealand
📍 Sydney