Job Description
An exciting opportunity to lead the marketing function and cross functional matrix team for 2 key growth brands. Responsible for defining, developing, and delivering the brand strategy and tactical operation plans, achieving defined metrics, and driving commercial performance through exceptional marketing execution and leading a high performing marketing team.
SUPERVISIORY RESPONSIBILITY
* 3 Brand Managers
* Co-Leadership of cross-functional brand team
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Brand Leadership
* Lead the matrix team’s development and execution of the brand plan that aligns to the global strategy while adapting to local insights and dynamics
* Represent UK Affiliate with Global and Area marketing teams
* Communicate strategy and performance to senior local and global leadership
* Responsible for marketing budget allocation and overall budget management
Team Leadership
* Lead the marketing function including, personal development, performance management
* Creating a high performing cross-functional team culture where the AbbVie way of working can flourish
* Coaching marketers to become the best versions of themselves
* Developing marketers with stretch in-role assignments to build skills and experience
* Executive presence to be able to influence cross functionally and deputise for Business Unit Manager where needed
Strategy Formulation
* Explore known unknowns with market research that provides meaningful insights to solve challenges
* Synthesis of data into insights to determine brand strategy through pre- to post- launch
* Lead the brand strategy formulation using complicated, diverse data sets and in collaboration with the cross-functional team
* Tell the story and ‘sell’ the strategy and ambition to the organization
* Be the expert on the brand, having a detailed understanding of product and indications, therapeutic area, NHS ecosystem and brand performance data
Execution
* Developing and executing brand strategies with innovative solutions to the complex ecosystem barriers to customer value.
* Responsible for recommending strategic courses of action aligned to the brand plan and current performance against KPIs.
* Develop and maintain long-term customer relations with key external stakeholders, including external experts, and advocacy groups
* Deliver operational excellence across the brand plan matrix, including the definition and refinement of brand KPIs and delivery against these
Innovation
* Evolving the operating rhythm, strategy and capabilities of the cross-functional team by bringing the latest technology, patient and customer insights into the brand team
Qualifications
CAPABILITIES
* Demonstration of a high learning agility and emotional intelligence
* Strategic ability: synthesis of insights from data and tell the story
* Obsession with insight driven decisions
* Demonstrate an understanding of the challenges faced by our customers and patients and responding to this
* High impact leadership of a cross functional team and able to excel in a matrix environment
* The mindset to set ambitious goals and then innovate to achieve this
* Executive presence, being able to operate effectively with varying levels of seniority and deputise for senior leaders
* Able to coach, manage and lead through line management and through influencing where there is no direct authority
* Evidence of prioritising decisions and activities to ensure efficient use of resources and address critical issues impacting the brand
* Challenging the status quo to improve the ways of working and improving customer value
EXPERIENCE:
* Relevant strategic and operational experience and proven track record of success
* Leadership of marketing team
* In-field sales experience
* Demonstrated passion for marketing and strategy i.e. completed projects, further education
* Previous in field leadership experience preferential
BEHAVIOURS:
* High EQ & self-awareness
* People focused collaborative leader
* Curious learner mindset
* Excited to lead the cross-functional collaboration to solve a complex challenge
* Self-starter entrepreneurship
Additional Information
AbbVie's UK offices in Maidenhead prioritize accessibility and employee well-being, creating a welcoming environment for everyone. The office includes a large car park for easy access, as well as step-free entry, accessible restrooms, and elevators to accommodate individuals with mobility challenges. The workspace features assistive technologies and adaptable workstations, fostering an inclusive culture. Additionally, there is a dedicated quiet zone for those who prefer to work without distraction. This area maximizes natural light and is strategically positioned for easy access with minimal noise disturbances. If you need specific information or have questions about accessibility arrangements, please let us know during the process.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
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