Brand Manager, ILD | Human Pharma

WHO ARE WE?

ROPU MIDI is a Regional Operating Unit that covers all local Human Pharma and Animal Health Operating Units across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Finland, Greece, Portugal, Sweden, and The Netherlands. MIDI has a multicultural and diverse work environment. More than 1.800 employees are striving to work together to improve lives for patients and animals in our region.

THE OPPORTUNITY

As Brand Manager ILD, you will drive the performance of assigned product by leading the development and execution of the local brand strategy and Integrated Customer Plan (ICP). Working closely with MIDIc (our regional office) and the local cross-functional asset team, you will translate corporate/regional strategy and customer insights into focused local priorities and impactful activation.

You will be accountable for sales and market share objectives, forecasting, promotional budget management, launch excellence and customer-centric engagement. You will connect Medical Affairs, Market Access, Customer Facing Functions, Business Excellence, Communications and other partners to ensure aligned execution across channels and a strong customer experience.

The position is based in Amsterdam and reports directly to the Head of Therapeutic Area ILD.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced marketer who combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution and is motivated by innovation, launch excellence and meaningful outcomes for patients and healthcare professionals.

HOW YOU’LL FIT IN

- Lead the local cross-functional brand team and drive execution of the brand strategy and Integrated Customer Plan.

- Adapt regional brand plans to local market needs, using customer, market, sales and competitor insights to set priorities across customer segments.

- Ensure launch readiness and high-quality implementation of new products and indications.

- Design and execute customer-centric, compliant multichannel activation plans across relevant digital and in-person channels.

- Partner with Medical Affairs, Market Access, Communications, Business Excellence and Customer Facing Functions to deliver integrated brand initiatives and Go-to-Market priorities.

- Own sales, market share and business objectives, monitor performance and initiate corrective actions when needed.

- Manage forecasting and the promotional budget, ensuring disciplined and effective allocation of resources.

- Lead brand training and sales cycle meetings to support consistent execution of the strategy and approved messaging.

- Build strong external partnerships and maintain a close connection with customer needs and the changing competitive environment.

- Ensure all promotional activities and materials comply with internal governance standards and external regulatory requirements.

- Identify and implement innovative approaches to improve customer engagement and accelerate brand performance.

- Continuously improve marketing effectiveness by exploring new channels, platforms, data and AI-enabled tools.

YOU BRING

- A university degree in Life Sciences, Marketing, Business Administration, or another relevant field.

- Approximately five years or more of relevant experience in brand management, product management or pharmaceutical marketing.

- Experience developing and executing brand strategies for complex therapeutic areas; experience in ILD, respiratory care or rheumatology is an advantage.

- Experience with product or indication launches and a strong understanding of launch planning, Integrated Customer Planning and Go-to-Market execution.

- The ability to interpret scientific data and translate customer, market and competitor insights into clear strategic choices and activation plans.

- Strong commercial and financial acumen, including forecasting, budget management and performance monitoring.

- Proven success in cross-functional and matrix environments, with strong project management, communication, influencing and stakeholder-management skills.

- A digital and data-driven mindset, with familiarity with CRM, omnichannel engagement, analytics and AI-enabled tools.

- A proactive, agile and collaborative approach, with customer focus, a growth mindset and a strong drive for results.

- Excellent command of Dutch and English, both written and spoken.

WHAT WILL YOU GET IN RETURN?

Next to the opportunity to develop and challenge yourself while learning from a fast-paced environment:

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- Customized Development plan based on your role and aspirations, with several learning platforms such as LinkedIn Learning Premium (languages + training programs) and our Virtual Campus Lifelong learning at our Virtual Campus | Boehringer Ingelheim (boehringer-ingelheim.com) (https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com/about-us/corporate-profile/lifelong-learning-our-virtual-campus)

- A competitive salary range based on seniority and skills (plus annual bonus, 8% holiday pay and a company pension scheme)

- Green mobility package where you get compensated even for cycling to the office – which is an inspiring, sustainable (platinum-certified) building (https://edge.tech/developments/edge-amsterdam-west)

- Hybrid workplace model – flexibility to work from home within the respective country and the office and 31 vacation days to re-energize

- Option to temporarily work from abroad for a limited period (up to 30 working days) - if applicable.

- An international team that enjoys fun activities and celebrations (e.g., Team events, Christmas Party) and values a respectful working atmosphere!

We kindly ask you to submit your CV and Motivation Letter in English.

What’s next?

Please submit your application before November 8th. We will have a look at your CV and cover letter. If we see a match, we will invite you for an interview to get to know each other. We will keep you posted during the process!

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