Regional Marketing Category Lead Pain & Inflammation

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Regional Marketing Category Lead Pain & Inflammation

Job Introduction

Why Dechra?

Thank you for checking out our vacancy, we're delighted you want to learn more about joining Dechra.

A career at Dechra is different. Sure, we're a growing global company with a presence in 27 countries but our purpose is simple - to achieve the sustainable improvement of animal health and welfare globally.

If you want to be part of a team that invests in your future and ensures you have the support to reach your full potential and thrive, please read on.

The opportunity

The Marketing Category Pain & Inflammation is part of the newly established European Regional Marketing structure and reports to the Director of Marketing, Europe . In this role, you act as the link between the European Regional Marketing Team and the Global Marketing & Technical Excellence (GMTE) function for the Pain & Inflammation category.

You are responsible for translating global strategies into actionable market plans for the Pain & Inflammation category, ensuring that key strategies are effectively implemented across European markets . This includes supporting non-priority Local Marketing Teams in executing priority strategies and assisting non-priority categories.

By driving alignment, maintaining consistent branding, and ensuring seamless global-to-local execution, you help optimize the Pain & Inflammation category's impact, reduce duplication, and maximize its commercial success across

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Alignment & Execution:
  • Serve as the link between GMTE and Local Marketing teams, turning global strategies into actionable local plans.
  • Relay market feedback to GMTE, fostering a two-way flow of insights and recommendations.
  • Support the execution of priority and non-priority category activities in all markets.
• Market & Competitive Insights:
  • Establish a comprehensive understanding of European market dynamics, including emerging trends, competitive landscapes, regulatory shifts, and key drivers of brand performance.
  • Lead strategic initiatives to define and refine competitive positioning for therapeutic areas (TAs) and brands, ensuring alignment with regional market needs and organizational goals.
  • Develop actionable insights through robust analysis, enabling data-driven decision-making and proactive responses to market challenges and opportunities.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to integrate market intelligence into strategic planning, ensuring European brands remain well-positioned for growth and innovation.
• Brand Consistency & Efficiency:
  • Ensure global brand guidelines are followed to maintain consistency across all markets.
  • Drive efficiencies by improving processes and strengthening relationship management across regions.
  • Partner with local teams to optimize product forecasting, lifecycle management, and resource allocation.
• Operational Excellence:
  • Drive brand performance through strategic P&L oversight, accurate forecasting, optimized pricing strategies, and effective Gross-to-Net (GTN) management by therapeutic area and brand.
  • Create centralized brand materials to ensure consistent and effective use across customer and promotional channels.
  • Create playbooks and tactical plans to enable efficient and effective execution across all key channels.
  • Collaborate with Corporate and Distribution teams to align forecasting and supply planning, ensuring operational efficiency and market responsiveness.
• Cross-functional Collaboration:
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams across Europe to align strategies and execution plans, ensuring a unified approach to market opportunities.
  • Support Business Development evaluations and lifecycle planning with strategic insights to drive long-term value.
  • Lead key processes, including Operating Plan development, Quarterly Business Reviews, and Board updates, to ensure clarity and alignment across stakeholders.
• Leadership & Coaching:
  • Coach and mentor team leads and marketing managers to develop comprehensive marketing objectives and strategies.
  • Leverage talent and resources across marketing teams and business units to achieve shared goals.

Key Performance Indicators

• Translate global strategies into actionable market plans with measurable outcomes.
• Provide timely and accurate market insights to support strategic decision-making and initiatives.
• Ensure brand consistency across markets while optimizing forecasting and resource allocation.
• Achieve P&L objectives through precise forecasting, pricing strategies, and efficient supply-demand alignment.
• Foster collaboration, align stakeholders, and develop talent to drive seamless execution of business priorities.

Competencies

Strategic Thinking: Excels at developing long-term strategies by understanding market dynamics, anticipating challenges, and aligning priorities with organizational goals.

Data-Driven & Analytical Mindset: Demonstrates expertise in analyzing complex data, extracting actionable insights, and using them to inform decision-making and strategic planning.

Collaborative Leadership: Builds strong cross-functional relationships, promotes teamwork, and leads initiatives that drive alignment and shared success

Adaptability & Innovation: Thrives in dynamic environments by embracing change, fostering a culture of innovation, and addresses challenges proactively.

Communication: Clearly communicates ideas to diverse stakeholders, promoting collaboration and alignment across teams.

Business Acumen: Understands market trends, competition, and finances to drive decisions that support business goals.

Person Specification

Essential

Desirable

Behaviour and Values

(D) Dedication- committed to delivering excellence

(E) Enjoyment- enthusiastic and results driven

(C) Courage- able to take calculated risks

( H) Honesty- honest with a high level of integrity

(R) Relationships- team player

(A) Ambition- willing and able to go the extra mile

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• 10 years of experience with a proven record in branding, strategy development, and communications management in the therapy field.
• Expertise in managing cross-functional projects and leading teams in fast-paced environments.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights.
• Proficiency in MS Office; ability to learn and utilize Dechra systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel as required.

Application Guidelines

• Please provide a CV and a cover letter outlining your motivation and relevant experience
• If you have any questions regarding the vacancy, feel free to reach out to jaimy.schamp@dechra.com
• Deadline: Make sure you submit your application by 1 May 2025