Leica Biosystems’ mission of “Advancing Cancer Diagnostics, Improving Lives” is at the heart of our corporate culture. We’re a global leader in cancer diagnostics with the most comprehensive portfolio from biopsy to diagnosis. Our easy-to-use and consistently reliable offerings help improve workflow efficiency and diagnostic confidence. Our associates know that every moment matters when it comes to cancer diagnostics. When you come to work, you’re helping develop solutions that enable accurate diagnoses to turn anxiety into answers. Join our diverse, global team of talented people, and be inspired to grow every day.

Leica Biosystems is proud to work alongside a community of six fellow Diagnostics Companies at Danaher. Together, we’re working at the pace of change to improve patient lives with diagnostic tools that address the world’s biggest health challenges.

The Senior Marketing Manager, Japan for Leica Biosystems is responsible for developing and executing the Japan wide marketing strategy, campaigns and activities that contribute to revenue.

This position is part of the Japan Commercial team located in Tokyo and will be based onsite. At Leica Biosystems, our vision is to advance cancer diagnostics and improve lives.

You will be a part of the Marketing team and report to the Senior Marketing Manager, APAC with dotted line to the General manager, Japan responsible for developing and executing competitive marketing strategies and programs. If you thrive in a fast paced role and want to work to build a world-class marketing organization—read on.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Formulates and executes impactful competitive marketing strategies and programs (campaigns, virtual events, trade shows, symposiums) achieving short and long- term revenue growth, ensuring that goals are consistent with the country’s growth initiatives.

• Collaborates internally to drive country activities, campaigns, product launches, content creation and Key opinion leaders’ management.

• Lead, nurture, and develop the local marketing team.

• Lead all aspects of execution of promotional material including playbooks, social media, trade shows, direct mail, web content, digital marketing, informative binders, newsletters, and industry news.

• Supervise event logistics & provide local event support, ensuring consistency with regional messaging. Manage the local part of translation processes and review of translated customer-facing materials for accuracy.

The essential requirements of the job include:

• Master’s degree in business or marketing

• Life science experience is preferred.

• Excellent level of English is required.

• 10+ years of escalating experience in product management, brand management, marketing strategy or other marketing roles. Health related or B2B areas are preferred.

• 5+ years of people management

Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements: if applicable for role

• Must be able to travel up to 30% of the time. Overnight travel will be required.

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Superior project management skills and an ability to multitask.

• Experience in regional healthcare/diagnostics environment desired.

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