An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented and experienced marketer to join our pharmaceutical client as a Sr Product Manager-Oncology in UAE. This position will be based in Dubai, UAE, and report to the Regional Business Unit Director.
Project Duration: Contract for 18 Months (Extendable)
Department/BU: Oncology/Hematology

Education & Experience:
Mandatory : 3-5 years of Marketing Experience , 2 years in Oncology in the gulf region .
Strong marketing experience in the oncology market is required preferably in Breast Cancer/Solid tumors.
Strong track record and experience in field roles, such as pharmaceutical sales, is preferred
Good working knowledge of the oncology landscape in gulf countries
Competent experience in using Microsoft Office products is required
Digital Marketing experience with specialists preferably with Oncologists
Must have fluent English skills (written and spoken)

Knowledge requirements:
Expertise and track record of successful marketing plan development and implementation, budget management, and tracking progress of campaigns
Strong strategic thinker with the ability to formulate, develop and execute strategy
Strong team ethic and proven ability to work with cross-functional teams.
Proven track record in developing and maintaining a strong network of KOLs
Good analytical skills, demonstrated by the ability to identify and understand complex issues and then develop appropriate cross-functional solutions
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to efficiently and productively communicate both orally and in writing are required.
Advanced planning and organizational skills, including the ability to follow tasks/assignments through to completion
Demonstrated understanding of pharmaceutical regulatory requirements and impact on the development of marketing materials is required.
Primary Responsibilities
Lead the development and implementation of an integrated plan of action aligned to brand strategy to agreed budget and schedules. This will include driving appropriate Multi-Channel-Marketing activities with a continued eye for innovation in the digital marketing space. Such activities will also include performance and tracking metrics for plan evaluation.
Demonstrate leadership excellence in project management and effectively managing multiple projects and priorities, including close working with agencies.
Member of the Oncology Brand Team to help develop wider cross-functional activities in line with brand strategy.
Develop effective working relationships and effective engagement plans with Medical Oncologists and other key stakeholders to strengthen the company\'s position within the oncology market.
Design innovative initiatives to differentiate the company in the Oncology field, in coordination with field teams.
Continually monitor the environment and leverage market research/analytics to optimize marketing plans and tactics.
Collaborate with Global & other countries sharing the local initiatives & contributing to collecting insights and developing projects.
Ensures that all marketing activities are compliant with the company code of Practice and regulations applied to the market.
Recurrent national & international business trips may represent 50-60% of working time.