Oncology Brand & Customer Manager, Gulf & Libya

Job Description At our company, we are dedicated to advancing the prevention and treatment of diseases in people and animals through cutting-edge research. We are seeking a passionate and experienced Brand & Customer Manager (BCM) Oncology to join our team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead and execute marketing strategies that will make a significant impact on patient lives. If you are driven by innovation and have a strong background in the pharmaceutical industry, we invite you to apply and be part of our mission to save and improve lives around the world. **Responsibilities** * Accountable for the successful delivery of the marketing strategy and tactics to deliver performance across selected indications. * Analyze local market and identify commercial opportunities; allocate resources and manage budgets. * Develop strategies for designated countries; track, monitor progress and adjust activities accordingly. * Lead alignment between different cross-functional teams. * Ensure cross-functional team plans (Sales, Medical, CDx, Market Access, Communication & Regulatory) are in line with brand/franchise local strategic priorities. * Understand and articulate the Customer Buying Process and execute Customer segmentation and targeting. * Lead local customer teams for Brand and align around local brand/franchise strategy. * Implement Regional & Global Marketing Strategy for the Brand locally. * Develop country Brand Plans – marketing tactics, channel mix, PA, resources sections. * Provide forecasting and track local initiatives and utilization of local promotion budgets (oversight). * Utilize materials developed by the global team and customize them to the local market. * Search for new and innovative ways of interacting with the Customer. * Understand the Customers' channel preferences and develop and deliver innovative programs and services in line with Customer needs. **Qualifications** *Required* * BS/BA degree (medical/pharmaceutical). * Five years of experience in the multinational pharmaceutical industry. * 2+ years experience in pharmaceutical marketing * Strong understanding of the business and regulatory environment. * Demonstrates initiative, strategic thinking, and creative problem-solving skills. * Ability to work under stringent timelines and due dates. * Demonstrated ability to brand, promote, and market products and concepts. * Demonstrated effective organizational and communication skills. * Analytical skills with strong business acumen. * Marketing analysis & communication. * Creative, innovative, and has the ability to motivate others. * Drive results, strategic thinking, and foster collaboration. * Planning and organizational skills. * High-end interpersonal skills & customer centricity. *Preferred* * Oncology experience. * Gulf market experience. **Required Skills:** Competitor Analysis, Content Creation, Cross-Team Collaboration, Customer Engagement, Customer Management, Customer-Oriented, Data Analysis, Digital Marketing, Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Oncology Marketing, Product Management, Strategic Thinking **Preferred Skills:** Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE **Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully** Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. **Employee Status:** Regular **Relocation:** **VISA Sponsorship:** **Travel Requirements:** **Flexible Work Arrangements:** Not Applicable **Shift:** **Valid Driving License:** **Hazardous Material(s):** **Job Posting End Date:** 05/14/2026 * **A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day** **BEFORE** **the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day** **BEFORE** **the job posting end date.** **Requisition ID:**R397514