Marketing Director, Global Pharma

Overview

JOB DESCRIPTION

Ecolab Life Sciences is seeking a strategic and results-driven Marketing Director, Global Pharma to lead the Global Pharma Marketing team within our Life Sciences contamination control division. This role will be responsible for developing and executing long-term growth strategies to drive double-digit annual growth, commanding a deep understanding of market dynamics and customer needs, driving portfolio innovation, elevating marketing strategies, and leading commercial activation plans in partnership with senior leadership. The Director will manage a high-performing team of global marketing managers, and collaborate cross-functionally to deliver differentiated solutions that meet the evolving needs of pharmaceutical manufacturers.

What’s In it For You

The opportunity to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe medicines, abundant energy and healthy environments

The support of a large organization with over 47,000 employees in 170 countries, with the opportunity to take ownership to guide the strategy in this double-digit growth market segment for Ecolab.

The ability to shape your career in a company that is passionate about growing talent.

Working for a global sustainability leader who by 2030, aims to :

Achieve a positive water impact by restoring greater than 50% water withdrawal, meeting a positive water impact goal of 40% per unit of production across our enterprise

Halve our carbon emissions, as verified by the Science Based Targets Initiative, and achieve 100% renewable electricity

Location : Northwich, UK; King of Prussia, PA, US; Milan, Italy; Lezennes, France; Monheim, Germany or Barcelona, Spain

What You’ll Do

The key role of the Marketing Director, Global Pharma is to lead integrated marketing efforts of the team across the globe. This leader will play a significant role in the development and execution of Pharma segment strategies in close collaboration with the General Manager and key cross-functional partners including RD&E, Sales, Commercial Digital Solutions, and Global Technical Consulting. This individual is responsible for identifying key market trends and customer insights, and translating them into opportunities to grow the business. This role will lead a team of 8+ associates globally. Reporting to the VP, Global Marketing, this individual will have a dotted-line to the Global GM, Pharma Strategy, and lead segment long-term strategic planning processes and initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

Develop and execute the long-term strategic plan for the Pharma market with global leaders to drive specific segment plans

Lead the creation of global segment strategies, including market positioning, customer segmentation, and competitive differentiation.

Identify and evaluate inorganic growth opportunities, including partnerships and M&A

Portfolio & Innovation Management

Oversee the full portfolio of contamination control solutions for pharmaceutical manufacturers

Drive innovation pipeline development in collaboration with RD&E, Regulatory, and Technical teams

Oversee product lifecycle management, including launches, phase-ins / outs, and regulatory-driven updates

Commercial Activation

Partner with Sales, Marketing Communications, and Regional teams to develop and execute marketing campaigns and go-to-market strategies

Ensure alignment of messaging and value proposition across global markets.

Customer & Market Insights

Maintain deep knowledge of customer processes, market dynamics, and competitive landscape

Lead customer insight initiatives and develop strategic partnerships with key opinion leaders (KOLs)

Conduct market sizing and opportunity analysis to guide investment and resource allocation

Team Leadership

Lead and develop a team of high-performing marketers, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability.

Provide mentorship and career development opportunities to build functional excellence

Drive cross-functional alignment and communication across Portfolio, Segment, and Commercial teams

Qualifications

MBA or advanced degree in Marketing, Chemistry, Microbiology, or related field.

8+ years marketing or related experience

10+ years of experience in the Pharmaceutical / Life Sciences manufacturing and / or development industry

Experienced in managing large global and diverse teams

Translates the vision / mission of the organization into actionable, quantitative plans

Conveys a sense of urgency and drives issues to closure

Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and project management skills.

Excellent communication and leadership capabilities.

Our recruiter are looking forward to your application!

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Compensation

Annual or Hourly Compensation Range :

Job Posting Pay or Compensation Range $141,900 - $212,900 Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.

Benefits

Ecolab provides the following benefits : medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, auto insurance, home insurance, pet insurance, identity theft protection, short-term and long-term disability, 401k, pension plans, retirement health care benefits, short-term incentives, vacation (12 days), holidays, parental leave, employee stock purchase plans(Full-Time Associates), discount on day care services and caregiver services, adoption assistance, group legal services, employee assistance program, employee discount program, and education assistance program,on-Site childcare and fitness facilities may be available at select Ecolab locations.for additional benefits information..

Potential Customer Requirements Notice

To meet customer requirements and comply with local or state regulations, applicants for certain customer-facing roles may need to :

Undergo additional background screens and / or drug / alcohol testing for customer credentialing.

Be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including a booster if eligible, unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.

ADA & Inclusion

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging

Ecolab is committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and furthering the principles of Equal Opportunity to Employment. We will recruit, hire, promote,