AOP Health is the European pioneer for integrated therapies for rare diseases and in critical care. To enhance our team in Vienna we are looking for a :
AOP Health is seeking a strategic and results-driven Director for our Global Brand Unit to lead global branding, strategy, and commercial execution across a key therapeutic area — including a high-impact strategic collaboration with RHEACELL. This position will lead the launch of AOP Health’s new strategic partnership with RHEACELL including two late-stage stromal cell therapies. Together, we’re bringing new hope to patients with chronic venous ulcers and Epidermolysis bullosa — conditions with high unmet medical need.
As Director, you will lead partnership collaboration, guide late-stage clinical trial completion, develop go-to-market strategies, and execute market launch plans across Europe.
Overview
Your day-to-day role encompasses strategic leadership, partnership management, and cross-functional execution to advance our therapies through late-stage development to market launch across Europe.
Responsibilities
- Brand Strategy & Lifecycle Management
Develop and execute long-term brand strategies across the therapeutic area and value chain
Lead the RHEACELL therapy launches, including market development and launch sequencingManage full lifecycle of brands and oversee cross-functional global brand unitsDrive commercialization plansGlobal Brand StrategyBuild and manage a comprehensive launch roadmap for ABCB5+ MSC therapies
Shape the global marketing mix and provide market-level guidance and supportOversee execution to ensure consistent brand identityCoordinate scientific communication, KOL engagement, and congress activitiesFinancial LeadershipFull P&L accountability for each brand / therapy
Oversee brand forecasts, long-range planning, and investment allocations across functions and marketsStrategic Product DevelopmentCollaborate with Business Development and R&D on early access and post-launch data strategies
Guide patient population insights, competitive analysis, and support health economics modelingPerformance Monitoring & ReportingDeliver performance reports and KPIs for global brand execution
Maintain proactive dialogue with regional and national teams to ensure high-impact executionTeam Leadership & People ManagementLead and mentor a growing team, including direct management of Global Brand Managers
Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture across global and country-level functionsExternal & Internal CommunicationBuild strong relationships with KOLs, patient advocacy groups, and scientific societies
Represent the brands at international congresses and in global communicationsDrive alignment and engagement across internal stakeholders and external partnersCompliance & StandardsEnsure regulatory, legal, and corporate SOP compliance across all brand activities
Qualifications
University degree : MBA or advanced scientific education preferredProven success in multi-country brand launches, ideally with biologicals and advanced therapy medicinal products (ATMPs).Deep knowledge of Market Access, LCM, and global brand marketing.Strong strategic and analytical skills, in-depth understanding of brand P&L, lifecycle strategy, and commercial execution.Cross-functional leadership experience with a growth mindset and change agility.Proven ability to lead in matrix and multicultural environments.Strategic, decisive, and agile — able to lead in complexity and scale innovationPatient-centric and passionate about delivering life-changing therapiesCollaborative and persuasive communicator, able to inspire cross-functional and external teamsSkilled in coaching, developing talent, and building cohesive high-impact teamsOur Offer
A position with personal responsibility and space for creativityOpen corporate culture with the opportunity to bring in your own ideasHighly motivated, agile, and international teamGreat opportunities for personal and professional developmentAttractive work environment with excellent career opportunities and flat hierarchiesCompetitive salary package plus bonus, company car and various benefitsThe gross annual salary in accordance with the collective agreement (KV) for this role is 43.946 EUR on a full-time basis (38.5 hours / week). We are willing to offer industry-standard salary depending on your qualifications and relevant experienceYour Contact
Angelika Drabek
Manager Talent Acquisition
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