Takeda

Oncology Product Manager

Takeda$149K — $198K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.Sc., B. Comm. or equivalent; MBA preferred
  • 2+ years in biotech or pharmaceutical brand marketing, preferably in Oncology/solid tumour
  • Strong communication, analytical, and project management skills
  • Experience with digital platforms and AI-driven analytics
  • Understanding of pharmaceutical marketing regulations

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement brand strategy and planning
  • Collaborate with sales leadership on brand strategies and training
  • Analyze market intelligence to inform brand narratives
  • Utilize AI and digital tools for personalized customer engagement
  • Align forecasts with real-time demand and budget targets

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage
  • Opportunities for career growth and development
  • Flexible work environment
  • Support for ongoing education
  • Travel opportunities for client meetings and projects
Full Job Description
Job Description

OBJECTIVES/PURPOSE
  • The Product Manager, Oncology, with a focus on solid tumour portfolio, will play an integral role in the evolution of Takeda Canada within the oncology marketplace, including taking responsibility for supporting the strategies of our GI and lung product.


  • This individual will also play a role in developing and coordinating execution of our brand plans so that we can achieve our ambition and our corporate leadership in Oncology.


  • As well, they will partner with our cross-functional partners to develop the best digital tools to create the most dynamic and personalized experiences for our customers & patients.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

  • Lead Brand Strategy & Planning: Develop and implement integrated brand plans through effective cross-functional collaboration, ensuring strategic alignment across all stakeholders.


  • Sales Enablement: Collaborate with sales leadership to shape brand strategies and provide input into training programs and materials that empower the field force.


  • Data-Driven Insights: Direct the collection, analysis, and interpretation of market intelligence. Transform insights into compelling brand narratives and leverage advanced analytics to validate opportunities, optimize the marketing mix, and maximize ROI.

  • Digital & AI Integration: Champion an omnichannel approach by utilizing AI-driven tools and predictive analytics to personalize engagement, enhance customer experience, and ensure seamless integration across digital platforms


  • Forecasting & Financial Alignment: Work closely with marketing, finance, and production teams to adjust forecasts based on real-time demand and market dynamics, maintaining alignment with budgets and financial targets.


DIMENSIONS AND ASPECTS

Technical/Functional (Line) Expertise

  • Deep understanding of oncology marketing, including solid tumour; ability to develop and execute integrated brand strategies.


  • Skilled in leveraging market research, analytics, and AI-driven insights to inform decisions and personalize customer engagement.


  • Strong grasp of omnichannel marketing and digital platforms; experience with segmentation, journey mapping, and campaign analytics.


Leadership

  • Sets vision and aligns brand strategy with business objectives.


  • Coaches cross-functional teams and manages external partners (agencies, advisory boards).


  • Champions innovation and digital transformation across the oncology franchise.


Decision-making and Autonomy

  • Makes strategic decisions on brand positioning and launch readiness.


  • Applies structured problem-solving and strategic agility to complex challenges.


  • Balances innovation while maintain high compliance and governance standards


Interaction

  • Builds strong relationships KOLs and distils stakeholders insights to ensure product is appropriate positioned in Canadian market


  • Working closely with IT and OCE, to facilitate the delivery of personalized content for the oncology


  • Maintains strong external team relationships (Agency, Specialists and their associations, Advisory groups, PAAB) by taking a leadership role in the communication


Innovation

  • Drives adoption of AI and advanced analytics for customer insights and campaign optimization.

  • Promotes data-driven experimentation and continuous improvement in omnichannel engagement.

EDUCATION, BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:
  • Minimum B.Sc., B. Comm. or equivalent; MBA or related advanced degree is preferred.

  • Minimum of two years of experience in biotech or pharmaceutical brand marketing, Oncology/solid tumour strongly preferred.


  • Previous brand marketing experience and sales experience is preferred.


  • Evidence of good communication, analytical, planning, and organizational/project management skills required.


  • Proven ability to leverage digital platforms, omnichannel strategies, and AI-driven analytics to optimize customer engagement


  • Computer literacy - MS Office (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, databases etc.)


  • A demonstrated ability to work in teams and work autonomously.


  • Demonstrated track record on delivering results.


  • Understanding of regulatory and legal requirements related to pharmaceutical marketing.


  • A documented history of adhering to timelines and budgets.


  • Financial management, forecasting, budgeting and financial modelling.


ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Willingness to travel to various meetings or client Strong project management skills and experience managing multiple vendors and agency partners

This job posting is for an existing vacancy

Takeda may use additional Talent Acquisition technologies and artificial intelligence to support the recruitment process, including video interviewing. Artificial intelligence will be used to support, but not solely determine, applicability for a specific position."

Locations
Toronto, Canada

Base Salary Range:
$149,000.00 - $198,000.00

The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

For information about our benefits, please click here.

Worker Type
Employee

Worker Sub-Type
Regular

Time Type
Full time

About Takeda

Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited is a global pharmaceutical company that develops and markets pharmaceutical products. The company's products are used to treat a wide range of medical conditions, including cardiovascular and metabolic diseases, respiratory diseases, and cancer. Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited was founded in 1781 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. The company has operations in more than 80 countries and employs more than 49,000 people worldwide.
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