Oncology Marketing Manager

Job Description

Red Oak North in Dublin is our commercial Head Office for our Animal Health and Human Health businesses in addition to several global and national support services including Clinical Research, Medical Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, Sales, Policy & Communications and Marketing.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an Oncology Marketing Manager. This role requires working as part of a dynamic and motivated commercial team to deliver on a broad range of aligned business objectives. A strong focus on marketing strategy with a deep understanding of the Irish oncology market is essential for this role. The role requires a high degree of cross-functional collaboration and leadership, working in an agile way to ensure delivery of strategic objectives.

What you will do:

Bring energy, knowledge, innovation, and leadership to carry out the following:

• Develop and execute annual indication-specific strategy plan which is aligned with local and regional brand priorities.

• Actively participate and influence strategy development, implementation and adapt to change as needed.
• Act as brand advocate across the wider Oncology team and beyond.

• Brand management through optimisation of marketing activities, promotional budget allocation, and sales forecasting.

• Focus on the customer experience. Implement innovative customer and patient solutions and aspire to continuously improve and evolve approach.

• Develop a deep understanding of customer group(s).
• Interact closely with key customers and champion customer-centricity in decision making.

• Ensures that all marketing activities are conducted in accordance with all compliance policies, codes & standards.

In order to excel in this role, you will more than likely have:

• Primary Degree, preferably in a business or science related area with a minimum 3 years’ experience in a Pharmaceutical Sales/Marketing role.

• Pharmaceutical product launch experience.

• Proven relationship-building skills with scientific leaders.

• Understanding of the wider HSE environment, including how to partner effectively.

• Entrepreneurial mindset, ability to challenge status quo, make rapid decisions, and operate successfully in an empowered organisation.

• Ability to understand and synthesise complex clinical evidence, translating into clear and concise promotional messaging.

• Excellent financial management, forecasting & planning skills.

• Proficient in working with productivity platforms and tools.

• Excellent internal & external communication & influencing skills.

Please don't hesitate to contact the Talent Acquisition Advisor assigned to this role should you need any support during our recruitment process.

We are committed to flexible working where possible, and this is why our Company has introduced a new hybrid working model for office-based colleagues around the world.

Please feel free to speak to us about what flexibility means to you during your application.

So, if you are ready to:

Invent solutions to meet unmet healthcare needs, please apply today.

Required Skills:

Cross-Functional Collaboration, Customer Engagement, Decision Making, Financial Acumen, Influencing Skills, Leadership, Marketing Plan Execution, Oncology Marketing, Pharmaceutical Industry, Product Launches, Strategic Thinking

Preferred Skills:

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

Shift:

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

N/A

Job Posting End Date:

10/12/2026

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