Senior Brand & Customer Manager – Cardiovascular Diseases

Job Description

We are looking for a Senior Brand & Customer Manager to join our Pharma organization in Hungary, focusing on the Cardiovascular Diseases area. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to one of the fastest-developing therapeutic areas, working with innovative products, solutions, and services that help healthcare professionals make a meaningful difference for patients.

In this role, you will collaborate with a broad range of healthcare professionals, including cardiologists, internists, and hospital pharmacists , while working closely with local cross-functional teams as well as Global and Regional stakeholders. The position offers a strong platform to further develop your project management capabilities, build your professional network, and contribute to the successful delivery of customer-focused brand strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

- Develop and execute marketing strategies with a strong focus on customer needs and value-based solutions
- Identify key business priorities to support growth and profitability
- Implement regionally and locally developed customer solutions through both the sales force and omnichannel channels, in close alignment with Medical Affairs, Market Access, and Policy teams
- Collaborate closely with scientific leaders and key external stakeholders
- Contribute strategic input to the global and regional teams on customer strategy and brand strategy, including preparation for launches of new products and indications
- Support the development of agile, digital, and data-driven capabilities
- Create marketing materials, tools, services, and training programs for the sales force, and ensure proper tracking and follow-up
- Lead congress planning and event execution

Candidate Profile:

- Strong customer and business focus
- The ability to thrive in a complex, cross-functional environment
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- A positive mindset and collaborative approach
- Strategic thinking combined with strong tactical execution
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret data in a broader business context
- Drive, commitment, and a strong sense of accountability
- The potential to grow into a senior leadership role within the organization

Experience and Qualifications:

- 3–5 years of proven experience in Pharma industry roles
- University or Master’s degree; a background in Health Sciences is an advantage
- Business proficiency in English
- Native-level or business-proficient Hungarian
- Strong forecasting skills are a definite advantage

Why Join Us?

This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environment, shaping the future of cardiovascular care while collaborating with talented colleagues across functions and regions. You will have the chance to make a real impact for patients, healthcare professionals, and the business.

Additional location(s) Compensation Information:

Required Skills:
Cross-Functional Teamwork, Customer Centricity, Customer Relationship Building, Sales Marketing Strategies, Sales Support, Sales Training, Self Motivation, Strategic Planning, Strategic Thinking, Trade Show

Preferred Skills:

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Employee Status:
Regular

Relocation:
No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:
No

Travel Requirements:
10%

Flexible Work Arrangements:
Hybrid

Shift:
Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:
Yes

Hazardous Material(s):
n/a

Job Posting End Date:
11/8/2026
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