Are you an experienced marketing professional looking to make a tangible difference in patients' lives? Join Ascendis Pharma as a Marketing Associate Director, Iberia and play a key role in launching groundbreaking therapies with unparalleled effectiveness, safety, and convenience.
Ascendis Pharma is a fast-growing biopharmaceutical company with locations in Denmark, United States and EU Commercial offices in Munich, Madrid, Milan, London and Paris.
We are applying our TransCon technology to build a leading, fully integrated biopharmaceutical company focused on making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives. Guided by our core values of patients, science, and passion, we use our TransCon drug development platform to fulfill our mission of developing new and potentially best-in-class therapies to address unmet medical needs. Today, we have a growing pipeline of product therapies in development, each designed to be a best-in-class therapy.
The role
As a pivotal member of our growing Iberia team, you will be instrumental in shaping Ascendis’ evolution, bringing innovative therapies to market, and building brand equity for our TransCon endocrinology rare disease products across Spain and Portugal. You will drive strategic marketing initiatives, from pre-launch to post-launch, ensuring success every step of the way
The position is based in Madrid, and you will report to Nyssa Liebermann Noyola, General Manager of Iberia.
Your key responsibilities will be
* Prepare the launch of palopegteriparatide and future therapies by closely collaborating with cross-functional teams in both local and global settings.
* Develop and implement robust marketing plans, supported by financial analysis, planning and ROI; manage overall marketing budget
* Leverage Global Market Strategy and Brand Plans to create and execute marketing strategy and brand plan for Iberia
* Translate excellent disease state understanding, science, and data into impactful marketing efforts and materials
* Coordinate and execute highly impactful Ascendis Pharma presence at relevant conferences and events
* Own Ascendis Pharma Iberia´s digital presence, in alignment with Global guidelines and Spanish and Portuguese norms
* Be a strong contributor to Ascendis Pharma Iberia´s launches and business overall
* Collaborate with Medical Affairs, Market Access, KAMs, R&D, and support functions, as well as external stakeholders
Qualifications and skills
* Degree in Health Sciences; MBA is a plus.
* Minimum of 8 years of marketing experience in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry, ideally with a focus on rare diseases and/or oncology. Experience in endocrinology is a plus.
* Proven success in launching innovative products and translating scientific knowledge into business outcomes
* Ability to design and analyze performance reports, competitive data and insights, CRM data
* Experience in start-up environment, or at least strong willingness to “roll up the sleeves” and take action in a fast-paced, dynamic environment in which collaboration and multi-tasking are critical
* Fluent in Spanish and English; Portuguese is a plus.
* Willingness to travel 25%-50% of the time.
Key competencies
We are seeking a strategic thinker with exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, who can effectively influence stakeholders at all levels. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical abilities, enabling them to transform complex data into actionable marketing strategies. You will possess sound judgment in handling complex, confidential, and regulated information while consistently applying critical thinking to navigate challenges. Your unbridled curiosity will drive innovation, ensuring that you approach every task with a fresh perspective and a desire for continuous learning.
Apply now
Applications will be evaluated when received, so please apply as soon as possible.
If you are passionate about contributing to the field of rare diseases and eager to make a difference at Ascendis Pharma, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us in our mission to advance therapeutic innovations and improve patient lives worldwide.
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