Product Manager, Respiratory

Job title:

Product Manager, Respiratory

Company

Sanofi

Job description

Reference No. R2773801Position Title: Product Manager, RespiratoryDepartment: Dupixent Respiratory Marketing CanadaDuration: Fixed Term Contract End Date: August 3, 2026Location: Toronto, OntarioAbout the JobThe opportunity is to join the dynamic Dupixent Canada franchise, a key growth driver within the Sanofi Specialty Care organization. This will mean being entrepreneurial, thinking big, working together as a team, and focusing on science to address the unmet needs of Canadian patients that are suffering from respiratory conditions. Our global ambition is to transform all lives afflicted by Type 2 inflammatory diseases.The role’s primary responsibility will be to lead the development and execution of innovative brand marketing strategies and tactics that will differentiate Dupixent, to create a best-in-class experience for all stakeholders. The product manager, respiratory will also collaborate within the Respiratory/GI team along with the broader Dupixent franchise to ensure that the marketing strategy is consistent across all indications, to support and strengthen the overall franchise.The Product Manager, Respiratory will be responsible for the strategic and tactical direction for the asthma indication.This position is based at the Sanofi Campus in Toronto, and will report to the Head of Marketing, Respiratory and Gastroenterology Immunology.We are an innovative global healthcare company, committed to transforming the lives of people with immune challenges, rare diseases and blood disorders, cancers, and neurological disorders. From R&D to sales, our talented teams work together, revolutionizing treatment, continually improving products, understanding unmet needs, and connecting communities. We chase the miracles of science every single day, pursuing progress to make a real impact on millions of patients around the world.Main Responsibilities:Lead and develop strategy and brand plan for Dupixent asthma based on patient centric-approach and deep customer insights to create differentiated brand value and establish conditions to maximize long term brand potential.Partner with Global teams to support the brand vision for Dupixent asthma.Develop strategic scenarios and financials supported by clear assumptions; Critically evaluate and lead the prioritization of strategies for Dupixent asthmaUsing strategic thinking and expert knowledge of the brand planning process, lead Cross-Functional teams to develop long-range strategy plans to support the brandDeliver tools and manage third party agencies (tools, programs, etc) to maximize / optimize the resources, negotiate times lines, priorities, challenge the agency to optimize their resources, challenge them to delivers, including media and national ad campaigns.Develops promotional materials and campaigns, including: sales tools, product messaging, direct mail / blast fax / Internet, PR campaigns, advertising, teleconferences, embracing omnichannel excellence and manage OPEX A&P budgetEnsure alignment of Marketing activities with global brands and influence Global activities and networking- key contact at Global Brand Team.Analyze, strategize, organize and drive timely execution of annual marketing plan to achieve superior results; Implement the brand positioning and align all messaging and tactics to itEvaluate market environment using all available data on all customers and patients and clearly communicate a full understanding of key dynamicsFully grasp respiratory treatment dynamics, disease epidemiology, and care path. Refine market understanding, anticipation of new competitors, ongoing trial outcomes understanding and related immediate plans of action.Proactively identify key customer insights by gathering and analyzing information from different sources. Interact with key customers and patients to fully understand their needsIn collaboration with various support functions, ensure sufficient product supply, favourable access, and efficient distribution for Dupixent within CanadaIn conjunction with Government Affairs and Market Access personnel, secure / maintain reimbursement for assigned product in all provinces and with private payersActively involve representatives of the salesforce and medical in the development of the strategic brand plan and individual marketing tacticsManage national / local advisory groups and treatment guidelines/consensus statementsOrganize and enable patient advocacy groups to support product and access to careDemonstrate the Sanofi Play to Win behaviors at all times and expect this from your teamAbout YouExperience Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, marketing or business required.Minimum 4 years product management experience or equivalent in a specialty care therapeutic area/or at least two years of experience in a related position (ex: Sales Management, Professional Education, Business Information and Research, Training)Experience in developing and managing patient-access programs and contracting an asset.Experience successfully launching a biologic in a highly competitive and developed marketSales experience in specialty care marketTechnical marketing skills (needs, segmentation, SWOT analyses, creation of competitive strategies, risk assessment) and stay abreast of new marketing trendsWorking knowledge of reimbursement on provincial and private payer levelsPreferred QualificationsSecond degree, e.g. MBA, PhD, M.Sc.Biologics and injectable drugs experience is a strong asset.French language proficiency is preferredProfessional SkillsPassionate, confident and comfortable in team environmentExcellent interpersonal, and communication skills, with ability to convey complex concepts crisply and compellingly, considering the audience and their specific needs.Strong strategic, analytical and innovation skills demonstrated by an ability to prioritize and bring new ways of doing things to the table.Demonstrated ability to understand and anticipate customer needs (internal and/or external)Proven ability to cooperate transversally and lead in an ambiguous environment across different functions and company cultures.Proactively building favorable and effective relationships internally, at all levels and across all functions, and externally through unquestioned integrity and ethics.Strong organizational and project management capabilitiesFlexibility and adaptability to view marketing from a broad, strategic perspective while, at the same time, possessing a willingness to roll up his/her sleeves, including managing details, as necessary.Being a strong change agent capable of managing teams through constant change and/or within ambiguous environmentBehavioral competenciesPerformance orientation and ability to work and deliver along agreed timelinesHigh level of Interpersonal and communication skillsTeam orientedReadiness to travel (up to 20% of time on average)Why Choose Us?Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programsApplications received after the official close date will be reviewed on an individual basis.​NOTE: Internal applicants are required to notify their manager of theirapplication.The opportunity is a REPLACEMENTSanofi is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request.#GD-SG ​
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Location

Toronto, ON

Job date

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 23:23:28 GMT

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