Brand Manager - Gastroenterology & Neuroscience (based in Auckland)

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Job Description

About Takeda

At Takeda, patients are at the heart of everything we do. We’re committed to making a real difference through life changing work and empowering our people to grow and thrive. As a recognised Global Top Employer, we offer more than just a role – we provide a meaningful career journey.

Our team is united by a shared purpose: delivering Better Health and a Brighter Future for people here in New Zealand and around the world.

Join Takeda New Zealand as a Brand Manager:

We’re looking for an experienced and driven Brand Manager to lead the growth of our Gastroenterology and Neuroscience portfolios while supporting other priority brands. You’ll work closely with the Commercial Lead and collaborate with colleagues across Oceania and globally. In this role, you’ll develop and execute strategic marketing plans, deliver impactful campaigns across digital and traditional platforms and be at the centre of a wide cross-functional team, driving marketing and digital innovation.

Success requires a pragmatic approach, and the ability to prioritise effectively across multiple teams and initiatives, ensuring plans are delivered on time and with impact.

If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and are passionate about creating strategies that resonate with healthcare professionals and customers, we’d love to hear from you!

What you will do:

• Help Drive performance.  Achieve revenue and market share targets while managing budgets and forecasts.
• Shape strategy. Develop and execute integrated brand plans aligned with global, Oceania, and NZ priorities.
• Lead campaigns. Deliver omnichannel marketing across digital, social, and traditional platforms.
• Collaborate widely.  Chair brand teams, work cross-functionally, and partner closely with the Commercial Lead and global colleagues.
• Leverage insights. Analyse market trends, competitor activity, and customer need to inform decisions.
• Engage stakeholders. Build strong relationships with HCPs, KOLs, and external agencies.
• Stay ahead. Keep up with regulatory, reimbursement, and market developments.

What you’ll bring:

• A bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Science, or Healthcare is preferred.
• 2+ years’ experience in brand management or commercial roles within the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry.
• Passion for learning and continuous improvement.
• Enthusiasm for working with cross-functional teams to drive results.
• Excellent communication, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the adaptability to manage shifting priorities in deliver pragmatic solutions.
• Strong project management skills and demonstrated success in cross-functional collaboration.
• Knowledge of HCP engagement tools and platforms.

Why you’ll love working here:

• Flexible and hybrid work arrangements.
• Be part of a small but dynamic and innovative team improving patient outcomes.
• Enjoy a diverse and inclusive culture that celebrates your unique background.
• Access market-leading benefits and flexible working and leave options.
• Make a real difference in patients’ lives.
• Benefit from a comprehensive wellbeing programme supporting your social, financial, mental, and physical health.

We aim for all employees to feel equally valued, supported, and celebrated. Your unique attributes, such as culture, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, and age, truly enrich our team, reflecting the diversity of our wider community.

If you’re ready to bring your curiosity, creativity, and collaborative spirit to Takeda, apply now. Even if you don’t tick every box, we’d still love to hear from you!

Locations

NZL - Auckland

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time