Brand Manager -Commercial Portfolio
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About the Role
Novartis seeks a strategic Brand Manager to lead the Commercial Portfolio across assigned brands in Riyadh. You will shape portfolio and brand strategies, drive customer engagement, and ensure excellence in commercial initiatives.
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Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the Commercial Portfolio to deliver sustainable growth across assigned brands
- Develop and execute portfolio and brand strategies aligned to business priorities and market dynamics
- Drive excellence in forecasting, business performance monitoring, and corrective action planning
- Build customer understanding through market insights and apply omnichannel approaches
- Oversee development and approval of promotional materials and commercial programs
- Lead Patient Support Programs and Risk Management Plan activities with cross functional partners
- Manage portfolio budgets effectively ensuring strong financial governance
- Provide product and brand training to relevant teams
Requirements
- University degree or equivalent in Pharmacy, Marketing, Business, or related field
- 3 5 years of field sales, brand management, or related marketing experience in healthcare/pharmaceutical industry
- Strong commercial acumen with experience in portfolio strategy, forecasting, and customer engagement
- Strong communication, stakeholder management, and analytical skills
- Saudi nationality is preferred
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Summary
- Brand Manager Commercial Portfolio
- Location: Riyadh
- Hybrid
Major Accountabilities
- Lead and manage the Commercial Portfolio to deliver sustainable growth and strong performance across assigned brands.
- Develop and execute portfolio and brand strategies aligned to business priorities, market dynamics, and customer needs.
- Create operational plans across the brand lifecycle to optimize return, support launches, and strengthen lifecycle management.
- Drive excellence in forecasting, business performance monitoring, and corrective action planning to achieve sales, market share, and profitability targets.
- Build customer understanding through market insights and apply omnichannel approaches to improve engagement with healthcare professionals, patient groups, and key stakeholders.
- Oversee the development and approval of promotional materials and commercial programs in line with company and regulatory requirements.
- Lead Patient Support Programs and Risk Management Plan activities in close collaboration with Medical, Regulatory, Pharmacovigilance, Compliance, and other cross functional partners.
- Manage portfolio budgets effectively, ensuring strong financial governance and optimal use of investments.
- Provide product and brand training to relevant teams to strengthen knowledge, alignment, and execution quality.
Minimum Requirements
- University degree or equivalent in Pharmacy, Marketing, Business, or a related field.
- 3–5 years of field sales, brand management, or related marketing experience within the healthcare or pharmaceutical industry.
- Prior experience in product executive or related marketing services roles is an advantage.
- Strong commercial acumen with experience in portfolio strategy, forecasting, customer engagement, and cross functional collaboration.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, drive execution, and work effectively across functions.
- Strong communication, stakeholder management, and analytical skills.
- Saudi nationality is preferred.
Benefits and Rewards
- Learn about all the ways we’ll help you thrive personally and professionally.
Why Novartis
- Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you.
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