Location: Japan - Tokyo
Position Summary
The Associate Director,GMTMarketing,willbe responsible fortheallmarketing activities ofan upcoming new launchproductin Japanworking closely with Brand Lead and other stakeholders.S/he willbe responsible formaking sure thelaunchreadiness andownthe development and execution ofstrategyincluding diseaseawareness,patientdiagnosis, branded communication, peer-to-peerprogramming, and non-personal promotion. This is a highly strategic role that requires seasoned commercial acumen, scientific curiosity,and growth mindset. The role also requires close collaboration with Sales, Thought Leader Liaison, Medical Affairs, and other internalfunctions.
Principal Responsibilities
- Serve as aproductmanagerandalignthe organizationbehindbrand vision
- Set the strategic direction for the brandandachieve itsrevenue targets
- Continuously cultivate deep marketandcustomer insightstoenhance the strategy
- Driveall aspects of marketingprogramsand tacticsfrom design to execution
- Effectively communicate with field sales teams to implementprogramsand tactics
- Engagethought leadersforinsights,speakingengagements, and othercommercialinitiatives
- Defineandevaluaterelevantleading andperformance indicators for the brand
- Work onthelong-term growth and development goals
- Demonstratedexpertiseof marketingbiopharma brand(s) in Japan
- Prior launch experiences, preferably in rare diseaseand/or specialty care
- Deep and well-rounded commercial experience in biopharma industry (e.g.sales, marketing, market research, new product planning)
- Demonstratedexpertisedeveloping sound brand strategies grounded incustomerinsights
- Executional and operationalknow-howon marketing programs
- Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders
- Scientific acumen and comfort with clinicallyorienteddialogue
- Intellectual curiosityand growth mindset
- Passion for making a positive contribution to the rare disease community
- Fluency in Japaneserequired;proficiencyin English ispreferred
Education
Bachelor’s degreerequired
Advanceddegree preferred(e.g.MBA, MS)
Date Posted
21-8月-2026
Closing Date
30-10月-2026
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