Strategic Marketing Manager BioPharma and Clinical Development

York, UK (Remote)

Salary Not AvailableMid LevelFull time

Posted 3 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own and evolve the segment strategy for pipeline‑driven pharma, biotech, and CRO markets, turning portfolio priorities into growth logic and measurable ROI.

  • Own segment definition and growth plan across Pharma, Biopharma, Biotech, CRO/CDMO and related markets.
  • Translate priorities into differentiated positioning and actionable growth tactics for cross‑functional teams.
  • Integrate market insights, customer needs and competitive dynamics into a coherent strategic direction and track ROI.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Define, own, and continuously evolve the segment strategy for pipeline‑driven markets (Pharma, BioPharma, Biotech, CRO/CDMO, late translational)
  • Translate portfolio priorities into clear positioning, differentiated value propositions, and actionable growth logic
  • Integrate market insights, customer needs, competitive dynamics, and business priorities into a coherent strategic direction
  • Guide and align marketing, product, and commercial teams to ensure consistent strategy execution
  • Own segment performance, including growth, market share, marketing ROI, and rapid strategy adaptation when gaps emerge

Requirements

  • Deep understanding of BioPharma and Biotech markets with focus on pipeline - driven capital equipment and technology marketing in BioPharma acquisitions such as microscopy, imaging, or adjacent analytical technologies..
  • Proven ability to work in a matrix environment and manage high organizational complexity while influencing cross-functional stakeholders.
  • Strong experience in strategic marketing, business strategy, product management, commercialization, market insight, or comparable growth-driving functions experience across major markets including the US, Europe, and China.
  • Master/Diploma degree in a Life Science branch required.
  • Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements: if applicable for role
  • Ability to travel – willingness to travel internationally for up to 30%
  • Must have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record

Preferred

  • German (spoken and written language)
  • Business Administration

Benefits

  • Leica Microsystems, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.
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Leica Microsystems

Leica Microsystems develops and manufactures microscopes and scientific instruments for the analysis of microstructures and nanostructures. Ever since the company started as a family business in the nineteenth century, its instruments have been widely recognized for their optical precision and innovative technology. It is one of the market leaders in compound and stereo microscopy, digital microscopy, confocal laser scanning microscopy with related imaging systems, electron microscopy sample preparation, and surgical microscopes. Leica Microsystems has seven major plants and product development sites around the world. The company is represented in over 100 countries, has sales and service organizations in 20 countries, and an international network of distribution partners. Its headquarters are located in Wetzlar, Germany.Leica Microsystems is proud to be part of DanaherDanaher’s science and technology leadership puts solutions from Leica Microsystems at the forefront of the industry, so they can reach more people. Being part of Danaher means we can offer unparalleled breadth and depth of expertise and solutions to our customers. Together with Danaher’s other businesses across Biotechnology, Diagnostics and Life Sciences, we unlock the transformative potential of cutting-edge science and technology to improve billions of lives every day.

Founded in 1997
Wetzlar, Hesse, DEU
2.3K employees (108 in marketing)

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
140.2K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
43.5%
Direct
36.3%
Referral
13.7%
Social
4%
Paid
1.1%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~2.4K

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
108 (5% of company)
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
1