JOB DESCRIPTION:
Shape Global Healthcare Access — Join Us as a Brand Manager - Launch Excellence
About Abbott
At Abbott, we’re driven by a mission: to help people live healthier, fuller lives. With a presence in over 160 countries and a team of 114,000 colleagues, we’re committed to advancing innovation across diagnostics, medical devices, nutrition, and pharmaceuticals.
We believe diversity fuels innovation. Our inclusive culture empowers every voice, supports flexible working arrangements, and provides opportunities for growth and development—because your career should fit your life.
Why This Role Matters
As Brand Manager – Launch Excellence, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping access to healthcare globally. Based at our EPD headquarters in Basel, you’ll focus on biosimilars in emerging markets—a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient lives worldwide.
This position offers the chance to lead cross-functional projects, collaborate with global Brand Leads to ensure successful launches across more than 30 markets in 2026 and 2027.
What You’ll Do
Lead with purpose: Champion launch excellence and execution across regions and countries.
Collaborate globally: Set up and coordinate launch readiness meetings with cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment and clarity.
Track success: Monitor launch readiness and provide updates to senior leadership.
Drive innovation: Take on marketing projects that support specialty care and biosimilars, bringing fresh ideas to life.
What We’re Looking For
University degree in Science or Business; MBA or postgraduate marketing qualification preferred.
Minimum 5 years of pharmaceutical sales and marketing experience, ideally with exposure to global projects.
Proven success in managing launches at regional or global level.
Experience in emerging markets (LatAm, Asia, Middle East & Africa) is a strong advantage.
Fluency in English; additional languages such as Spanish or Arabic are a plus.
Core Skills
Launch excellence and project management expertise.
Ability to collaborate across cultures and functions.
Strong strategic thinking and attention to detail.
Excellent communication and influencing skills.
What Makes You Stand Out
A collaborative mindset and passion for making a difference.
Innovative thinking and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
What We Offer
A supportive, inclusive culture that values collaboration and continuous learning.
Flexible working options to support work-life balance.
Opportunities for mentorship and career growth within a global healthcare leader.
A chance to make a real difference in people’s lives through innovation.
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV (PDF format preferred). We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.
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The base pay for this position is
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JOB FAMILY:Product Management
DIVISION:EPD Established Pharma
LOCATION:Switzerland > Allschwil : H-127
ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:
WORK SHIFT:Standard
TRAVEL:Yes, 5 % of the Time
MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:Not Applicable
SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:Not Applicable
What We Do
Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 109,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
