Director, Marketing Strategy - Cardiovascular Lp(a) (East Hanover)

Job Description Summary#LI-HybridThe Director, Marketing Strategy will lead the development and execution of the marketing strategy for a key Lp(a) brand, reporting to the Executive Director, US Marketing Strategy within the Cardiovascular therapeutic area. This role will partner closely with Insights & Decision Sciences, HCP Marketing Strategy, and the Media Center of Excellence to translate customer insights into impactful, data-driven campaigns that drive business growth and customer engagement. The Director will shape the brand marketing strategy, experience planning, and performance optimization, ensuring a seamless and differentiated customer experience across channels.The ideal location for this role is the East Hanover, NJ site but remote work may be possible (there may be some restrictions based on legal entity). Please note that this role would not provide relocation as a result. If associate is remote, all home office expenses and any travel/lodging to the East Hanover, NJ site for periodic live meetings will be at the employee’s expense. The expectation of working hours and travel (domestic and/or international) will be defined by the hiring manager. This position will require up to 20% travel.Job DescriptionKey Responsibilities:Partner with the Executive Director Marketing Strategy and other marketing strategists to develop a cohesive and integrated brand marketing strategy and campaign grounded in customer insights.Establish brand-specific expertise and create engaging brand-centered experiences.Work with Customer Experience Planning and Optimization, Media COE and Agency of Record to deliver orchestrated and integrated consumer/DTC campaignsImplement best in class digital marketing strategies that align to brand goals and maximize business results.Ensure digital plans are appropriately implemented and optimized.Foster a high performing team that proactively and effectively interface across key functions to achieve the product strategies and objectivesSupport and deliver the patient integrated plan for the brand to achieve the product strategy and objectives; define resourcing required and manage the allocated budget for patient, collaborating effectively across strategic partners including Novartis Patient Services, Corporate and Brand Communications.Drive creative excellence partnering closely with the Content Lab & Customer Experience Planning and Optimization teamEssential Requirements:Bachelor’s degree in related field is required; Master of Science and/or MBA preferredAt least 8 years of experience in commercial Marketing with multi-functional experience in Pharmaceutical or Healthcare preferredMinimum of 3 years of demonstrated experience of leveraging data, analytics, and customer insights to drive personalization at scaleExperience in supporting high performing brands in highly competitive categories within the US; recent launch experience for blockbuster specialty treatments preferredTransformational leader with strategic experiences to transform the business into next generation engagementStrong cross-functional leadership and ability to collaborate effectively with various stakeholders and teams including Product, Communications, Legal, Regulatory, Compliance and GlobalExcellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate complex ideas and information to a range of audiences and stakeholdersDetail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks, priorities and deadlinesDesirable RequirementsExperience in highly competitive categories within the US as well as familiarity with agile approaches to marketing strategy and executionExperience in the cardiovascular therapeutic areaNovartis Compensation Summary:The salary for this position is expected to range between $185,500 and $344,500 per year.The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors.Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards.US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.EEO Statement:The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Accessibility and reasonable accommodationsThe Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to View email address on apply.placed-app.com or call View phone number on apply.placed-app.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.Salary Range$185,500.00 - $344,500.00Skills DesiredAgility (Inactive), Asset Management, Business Strategies, Commercial Excellence, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Customer-Oriented, Digital Marketing, Healthcare Sector Understanding (Inactive), Influencing Skills, Inspirational Leadership, Marketing Strategies, Operational Excellence, People Management, Priority Disease Areas Expertise (Inactive), Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), Product Marketing, Product Strategies, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Management, Strategic AlliancesSummaryLocation: East Hanover; Distant Employee - Distant Working Arrangement (DWA) (USA)Type: Full time