About the role

The Product Manager will lead the execution of marketing strategies for the Rare Disease franchise in Czech and Slovakia. They will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design business plans, manage promotional activities, and drive product performance.

What they look for

Product management Marketing strategy Brand management Project management Stakeholder management Market analysis Sales forecasting Cross-functional collaboration Regulatory compliance Strategic planning Communication Leadership Data analysis Public relations Market access

Requirements

Candidates must have strong experience in brand or product management within the pharmaceutical industry, including experience with product launches. Proficiency in English and native-level Czech or Slovakian is required, along with strong leadership and project management skills.

Benefits

Lifelong learning Growth and development opportunities Inclusive culture

Full description

Product Manager – Rare Diseases – Czech & Slovakia

Please note candidates can be based in either Czech or Slovakia.

Diverse Minds. Bold Disruptors. Meaningful Impact.

AstraZeneca is transforming the future of Rare Diseases. We follow the science, put patients first, and play to win—always doing the right thing. We’re seeking a Product Manager to lead the execution of our Rare Disease marketing strategy and deliver in‑market performance in Czech & Slovakia. If you’re commercially sharp, scientifically curious, and thrive in cross‑functional environments, this is your chance to make a real impact for patients.

What you’ll do

AstraZeneca is looking for a passionate Product Manager to manage our key products and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our Rare Disease Franchise. In this role, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to design and deliver impactful business plans, under the guidance of the Franchise Lead. As Product Manager, you will be at the forefront of executing brand strategies—driving marketing initiatives and campaigns, ensuring successful product launches, and securing the best possible positioning for our brands.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and shape the marketing strategy for assigned products, consolidating market insights and competitor intelligence to inform robust business plans.
Collaborate across functions—including sales, public relations, and market access—to develop comprehensive plans at the disease, operational, and campaign levels.
You will play a direct role in achieving sales and marketing objectives while ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements
Develop and prepare promotional materials in line with company approval processes, working closely with agencies, x-functional team on supporting Key Account Managers through tailored training initiatives. You will also organize and manage marketing events, while partnering with the x-functional team to evaluate and optimize promotional activities.
Monitor product performance regularly, analyzing data and market trends to drive continuous improvement and inform strategic decisions.
Build and maintain strong partnerships with Key External Experts and Opinion Leaders in the therapeutic area. In addition, you will prepare sales forecasts in collaboration with the logistics team and engage with international colleagues across AstraZeneca’s global network to align strategies and share best practices.

Your profile

Strong experience in Brand/Product Management, within Rx and /or experience in Product Launches
Strong understanding of the needs of healthcare professionals and patients
Effective stakeholder management skills
Autonomous, proactive, and flexible approach
Demonstrates strong leadership skills with the proven ability to inspire and guide teams toward shared goals
Advanced project management capabilities, ensuring successful planning, execution and completion of initiatives
Has a strong sense of accountability and a commitment to delivering high-quality results
Recognized for initiating new ideas in line with the brand plan and offering effective solutions to complex problems
Excels at cross-functional collaboration, building productive partnerships across diverse teams and disciplines
Fluent English & Native Czech or Slovakian

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a phenomenal Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and fuel your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on inclusivity in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

Date Posted

05-Aug-2026

Closing Date

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.