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Job Description:
Job Purpose:
The Portfolio Brand Manager is accountable for the brand strategy and full P&L responsibility, leading both strategic and operational marketing for assigned brands. By integrating market insights, customer needs, and cross-functional expertise, this role drives business performance and delivers patient-centered value. The Portfolio Brand Manager ensures long-term brand success through strong cross-functional leadership across Sales, Medical, Market Access, Finance, DD&T and other key functions, supported by digital acumen and strategic & agile decision-making — all in alignment with Takeda’s mission and values.
Role Core Responsibilities & Accountabilities:
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Develop and execute the integrated brand strategy:
, ensuring alignment across all channels and stakeholder touchpoints.
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Own the strategic and operational Brand Plans at utmost innovation & quality:
, including segmentation, targeting, positioning, value proposition, and omnichannel engagement & new ways of working.
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Leverage market and customer insights:
to identify unmet needs, drive growth, and differentiate from competitors.
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Maximizing the time on territory:
to better understand the customer & patient journeys in real life.
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Design and implement data-driven Brand campaigns:
to strengthen HCP engagement and brand loyalty.
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Drive brand performance and impact:
, aligning initiatives with short-, mid-, and long-term business objectives & delivering best practices within Takeda Global.
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Lead cross-functional execution:
, collaborating with Sales, Medical, Market Access, Regulatory, E&C & Legal,DD&T and other key teams.
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Champion the voice of the customer (VOC):
by integrating KOL input, field insights, and market research into brand planning / execution processes.
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Build and maintain trusted partnerships with HCPs and professional organizations:
to enhance brand advocacy & company reputation inline w PTRB approach.
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Co-develop innovative, compliant customer engagement tools and materials:
tailored to everchanging stakeholder needs.
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Oversee omnichannel content strategy:
, including digital, CRM, SEO, social media, and field force integration.
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Partner with Sales on implementation:
, including joint field visits, training, and performance feedback loops.
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Manage forecasting, budgeting, and resource allocation:
to maximize ROI and ensure brand health inline with the lifecycle expectations.
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Act as the internal brand ambassador:
, ensuring cross-functional alignment and engagement with brand priorities.
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Lead and motivate cross-functional brand teams:
, driving accountability and timely delivery of key milestones at the utmost quality .
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Support launch excellence for new products or indications:
, ensuring full readiness across the value chain.
Role Mandatory Responsibilities:
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Adhere to Takeda’s Information Security and Technology Use policies.:
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Serve as a Quality Ambassador:
by promptly reporting any product-related concerns to the Quality team.
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Uphold integrity and ethical conduct:
in alignment with Takeda’s values (Takeda-ism).
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Complete all mandatory trainings:
and ensure team compliance with relevant policies and procedures.
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Lead by example:
in the accurate and timely use of company systems (e.g., Concur, Dakika, Bloom), fostering process discipline across the team.
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Proactively raise compliance or ethical concerns:
through appropriate Takeda reporting channels.
Job Dimension:
OPEX responsibility Yes
Financial Responsibility Yes
Volume Impact Yes
Revenue Impact Yes
If yes, please explain the impact (Max 30 words) Owns brand P&L, manages marketing budgets and forecasts, and drives volume and revenue growth through brand strategy and market execution.
Role required Qualifications & Capabilities:
Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s (MBA or Life Sciences) preferred.
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Solid Experience in brand strategy, lifecycle management, and multichannel marketing.
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Strong background in KOL management, customer segmentation, and market insight generation.
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Experience working in a matrix, cross-cultural, and cross-functional environment, ideally in a regional or global setup.
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Proven ability to operate with agility in dynamic market environments, especially in launch or transformation settings.
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Fluency in English and Turkish.
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Excellent communication, presentation, and analytical skills.
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Strong digital acumen; experience with SEO, CRM, omnichannel, and digital content development.
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Budget ownership experience; sound financial understanding of OPEX and profitability drivers.
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Completed military service (for male candidates).
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Valid B-class driver’s license; ability to travel.
Capabilities:
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Lead:
Takes accountability and influences without authority across internal and external stakeholders.
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Innovate / Tech Savviness:
Uses data and pioneer technology to unlock new opportunities for brand growth and customer engagement.
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Comply:
Acts ethically and ensures full adherence to legal, regulatory, and compliance standards.
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Communicate:
Crafts clear, impactful messages tailored to diverse audiences, from HCPs to senior leadership.
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Think Strategically:
Makes insight-driven decisions that align with long-term brand goals.
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Inspire:
Builds alignment and momentum around a compelling brand vision.
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Focus:
Prioritizes high-value initiatives and consistently delivers strong results.
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Develop:
Strengthens organizational marketing capabilities and nurtures talent.
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Collaborate:
Leads cross-functional alignment to drive cohesive and effective execution.
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Adapt:
Champions innovation and guides teams through change in a dynamic environment.
Locations:
Istanbul, Turkey
Worker Type:
Employee
Worker Sub-Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time