Job Description

Galderma is the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body's largest organ - the skin - meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin, we are in shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story.

We look for people who focus on getting results, embrace learning and bring a positive energy. They must combine initiative with a sense of teamwork and collaboration. Above all, they must be passionate about doing something meaningful for consumers, patients, and the healthcare professionals we serve every day. We aim to empower each employee and promote their personal growth while ensuring business needs are met now and into the future. Across our company, we embrace diversity and respect the dignity, privacy, and personal rights of every employee.

At Galderma, we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our bold ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world. With us, you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled, direct impact.
Brand Manager Therapeutic Dermatology
South Africa, Johannesburg

Development of particular brands or product lines by coordinating market research, design, sales projections, budgets etc., implementing and coordinating a national promotional campaign for the assigned product portfolio in conjunction with local Management, based on Global Marketing guidelines. Training of field sales team and working in field with them to ensure consistency in approach. Calling on Opinion Leaders alone and with Sales Team. This includes planning of all advertising and promotional activities & material, liaising with Galderma Key Account Managers regarding pricing and promotional campaigns, calling on Key Opinion leaders, implementing and coordinating national promotional campaigns for the entire Prescription product portfolio. Working with the Galderma Rx sales field team to ensure consistency in approach. Responsibilities also include preparation of training material on the respective disease, product and competitors, and involvement in the training program for the sales team.
Duties & Responsibilities100% compliance with company legal and compliance policies and in adherence with country laws and regulations. Consistently have an integrated dermatology strategy mindset and utilize in day to day roles & responsibilities in current role - for self and team. Workshops/Conferences/Congresses. Develop Annual Brand Plans and strategies in alignment with Global and Area marketing and all marketing material and activities to comply strictly with the SA Marketing Code. Efficient usage of and monitoring of Variable Marketing Budget in alignment with the approved ABPs. Monthly meetings/discussion with Genpact re phasing of VM expenses. Meeting and briefing ad agency and other promotional companies to implement and co-ordinate marketing activities in support of field sales activities. In conjunction with META Procurement, BUH and M.D. conduct Competitive Bidding every 3 years for the best options in Advertising Agencies. Retaining of all records thereof. Planning and controlling promotional expense spends to within budget limits for the assigned products. Working with Galderma Sales Representatives to ensure consistency of marketing approach. Conducting training of Galderma Sales Representatives as required. In - put into sales and stock forecasts. Monitoring of Market Research activities for the specified Products in conjunction with the Business Intelligence. Develop good relationships with Key Dermatologists, Academic Departments and the S.A. Dermatology Society Executive Committee, plus internal Galderma Global Key Managers Responsibility for Congress participation, space bookings, exhibition activities, relationship with the relevant organizing committee in conjunction with Aesthetics and Consumer Marketing personnel. Ensuring all big events are loaded onto Cvent. Responsibility for managing the Product Team Meetings regarding Prescription products. Other activities that may from time to time be assigned. Data Protection: Ensuring that all activity records are compliance with POPIA.

Minimum RequirementsAt least 6 years Marketing experience plus qualification in Marketing within the pharmaceutical industry. Excellent people skills - strong EQ qualities Post Graduate qualification or a post matric qualification preferably in the Medical & marketing field. Marketing Management & leadership training. Excellent communications skills, Professional presentation skills, Superior planning skills, networking ability Takes responsibility and is accountable for his/her and his/her team's actions, Ability to priorities Ability to analyze sales data, market environment, competitor activity, Customer and Brand Focus, impact and Influence, Courage and Integrity, Organizational Sense, Initiative-Anticipation.

What we offer in returnYou will be working for an organization that embraces diversity & inclusion and believe we will deliver better outcomes by reflecting the perspectives of our diverse customer base. You will receive a competitive compensation package with bonus structure and extended benefit package. You will be joining a growing company that believes in ownership from day one where everyone is empowered to grow and to take accountability.

Next StepsPlease apply with an English language CV. If your profile is a match, we will invite you for a first virtual conversation with the recruiter. The next step is a virtual conversation with the hiring manager. The final step is a panel conversation with the extended team.

Our people make a difference
At Galderma, you'll work with people who are like you. And people that are different. We value what every member of our team brings. Professionalism, collaboration, and a friendly, supportive ethos is the perfect environment for people to thrive and excel in what they do.