Job ID
REQ-10083163
Jul 21, 2026
Israel
Available in: English
Summary
#LI-HybridThis role is based in Israel. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role: please only apply if this location is accessible for you. The Brand Manager is responsible for leading the development and execution of brand strategy and tactical plans for assigned brands, ensuring sustainable growth, market share expansion, and strong customer engagement. The role translates global and regional strategies into locally relevant initiatives and works collaboratively across functions to deliver business objectives while maintaining the highest standards of compliance and ethics.
About the Role
Key Responsibilities:Develop and execute strategic and tactical brand plans aligned with global, regional, and local priorities.Lead the execution, monitoring, and optimization of marketing initiatives and omnichannel campaigns to achieve brand objectives.Analyze market trends, customer insights, competitive activity, and business performance to identify growth opportunities and recommend corrective actions when needed.Drive brand performance, including sales forecasts, demand planning, budget management, and tracking of key performance indicators.Collaborate closely with Sales, Medical, Market Access, Regulatory, and other internal stakeholders to ensure aligned execution of brand plans.Lead the development and deployment of promotional materials and customer engagement activities in accordance with internal SOPs and compliance requirements.Build and maintain relationships with key healthcare professionals, opinion leaders, and relevant stakeholders to gather insights and support brand objectives.Support launch excellence activities and contribute to launch readiness planning when applicable.Partner with global and regional teams to localize and implement approved strategies, campaigns, and materials.Ensure all activities are conducted in full compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and ethical standards.Essential Requirements:Minimum of 2 to 3 years of experience as Brand Manager or Product Specialist, alternatively: roles in Market AccessExperience in pharmaceutical industry is mandatoryEducation: Science degree; MBA is as advantageProficient Hebrew and English, both written and spokenStrong understanding of the pharmaceutical market, customer engagement models, and healthcare environment.Experience in strategic planning, project management, and cross-functional collaboration.Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate insights into actionable business plans.Data orientedDigital savvyDesirable Requirements: Cardiology and CRM therapeutic area knowledgeAbout Novartis Israel: Novartis is a leading pharmaceutical company renowned for its innovation. In Israel, we pioneered the introduction of advanced cell and gene therapies. Our commitment to research and development spans a wide range of therapeutic areas, including oncology, chronic conditions, and rare diseases. We take pride in being a proactive partner, contributing to the advancement of healthcare solutions.As a global pharmaceutical leader headquartered in Switzerland, Novartis is among the largest pharmaceutical companies in Israel. Our mission is to lead in delivering innovative medicines to patients across the country. We are dedicated to fostering a dynamic work environment that promotes personal development and professional growth.Commitment To Diversity & Inclusion:We are committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.
Why Novartis: Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients' lives. Ready to create a brighter future together? https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-cultureBenefits and Rewards: Learn about all the ways we'll help you thrive personally and professionally.Read our handbook (PDF 30 MB)
Division
International
Business Unit
Marketing
Location
Israel
Site
Israel
Company / Legal Entity
IL04 (FCRS = IL004) Novartis Israel
Functional Area
Marketing
Job Type
Full time
Employment Type
Regular
Shift Work
No
Marketing International Israel
Job ID
REQ-10083163
Associate Brand Manager
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Job ID
REQ-10083163
Associate Brand Manager
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Novartis provides healthcare solutions that improve and extend people’s lives. We use science-based innovation to address some of society’s most challenging healthcare issues. We discover and develop breakthrough treatments and find new ways to deliver them to as many people as possible. Our company is focused on industry-leading divisions with innovation power and global scale: pharmaceuticals, eye care and generic medicines Novartis is headquartered in Basel, Switzerland. Novartis Group companies employ approximately 120,000 associates and its products are available in more than 180 countries around the world.