Brand Manager / Senior Brand Manager
Location: Canada (Montreal)
Employment Type: Full-Time
About Celystra Pharma
Celystra Pharma is a specialty pharmaceutical company dedicated to improving patient outcomes through innovative therapies in areas of high unmet medical need. With a focus on Cardio-Metabolic and Rare Disease therapeutic areas, Celystra partners with healthcare professionals, patients, and healthcare systems to deliver meaningful treatment solutions and create lasting impact for the communities it serves. Guided by scientific excellence, collaboration, and a patient-first mindset, Celystra is committed to advancing healthcare and supporting better lives for patients across Canada.
Position Summary
Celystra Pharma is seeking a highly motivated Brand Manager or Senior Brand Manager to lead and execute strategic marketing initiatives across multiple brands within the Cardio-Metabolic and Rare Disease portfolios. Reporting to the Marketing Director, the successful candidate will play a key role in developing brand strategies, driving commercial performance, and maximizing patient impact across both established and emerging therapies.
As Celystra continues to expand its portfolio through new product launches and business growth initiatives, this individual will have the opportunity to shape launch strategies, support market development activities, and contribute to the successful commercialization of innovative therapies. The role requires a marketer who can balance strategic thinking with strong execution, manage multiple priorities, and collaborate effectively across Sales, Medical Affairs, Market Access, Regulatory, and other cross-functional teams to deliver business results.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute strategic and tactical marketing plans across multiple Cardio-Metabolic and Rare Disease brands.
- Analyze market dynamics, customer insights, and competitive trends to identify growth opportunities and optimize brand performance.
- Lead the development of promotional campaigns, customer engagement initiatives, and brand materials in collaboration with Medical, Regulatory, and Commercial teams.
- Manage brand budgets, forecasts, and performance metrics, ensuring achievement of business objectives.
- Partner closely with Sales to support field execution, training, customer engagement, and commercial effectiveness.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Medical Affairs, Market Access, Regulatory Affairs, Finance, and external agencies to deliver integrated brand strategies.
- Support product launches, lifecycle management activities, and portfolio growth initiatives.
- Monitor and evaluate marketing program effectiveness, using data and insights to continuously improve performance.
- Ensure all marketing activities comply with industry regulations, company policies, and ethical standards.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Life Sciences, Commerce, or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years of pharmaceutical marketing experience in a Brand Manager, Associate Brand Manager, Product Manager, or related commercial role.
- Proven experience developing and executing successful brand strategies and marketing programs.
- Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple brands and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong project management skills and attention to detail.
- Professional proficiency in English, both written and verbal, is required (bilingualism in English and French is considered a strong asset).
Preferred
- Sales experience within the pharmaceutical industry is considered a strong asset.
- Experience in Cardio-Metabolic, Specialty Care, or Rare Disease therapeutic areas.
- MBA or advanced degree is an asset.
Key Competencies
- Strategic thinking and business acumen
- Customer-centric mindset
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Leadership and influence
- Innovation and creativity
- Data-driven decision making
- Agility and adaptability
- Strong execution focus
Why Join Celystra Pharma?
At Celystra Pharma, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives while working in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment. We offer challenging and rewarding work, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to contribute to innovative therapies that address significant healthcare needs across Canada.
