ST-Coordinator, Marketing, Apobiologix (8-12 months, Summer co-op student)
Date: Mar 8, 2023
Location: North York, ON, CA, M9L 2Z7
Company: Apotex
About Apotex Inc.
Apotex Inc. is a proudly Canadian, global pharmaceutical company that produces high-quality, affordable medicines for patients around the world. Apotex employs almost 8,000 people worldwide in manufacturing, R&D, and commercial operations. Apotex Inc. exports to more than 100 countries and territories and operates in more than 45 countries, with a significant presence in Canada, the US, Mexico, and India. Through vertical integration, Apotex is comprised of multiple divisions and affiliates including Apotex Inc., focused on generics; Apobiologix, a division of Apotex Inc. focused on biosimilar development; Aveva, an affiliate of Apotex Inc. fully integrated global developer and manufacturer of complete transdermal solutions; Apotex Consumer Products, a division of Apotex Inc. focused on brand name products; and Global Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (GAPI), a division of Apotex Inc. focused on the manufacturing of active pharmaceutical ingredients (API) for Apotex and third parties. For more information visit: www.apotex.com.
Job Summary
Apobiologix®, a division of Apotex Inc., focuses on the commercialization of biosimilars. The Apobiologix® biosimilar program is a natural extension of Apotex' long history of providing access to high-quality, affordable medicines in Canada and across the globe. We aspire to transform access to affordable therapies in oncology and beyond through innovation, development and partnerships.
Responsible for assisting in the development, implementation and execution of marketing projects and initiatives to support selling efforts and create high-value points of differentiation through unique offerings. The Coordinator Marketing ABX will provide assistance in the development of marketing strategies and programs to maintain and improve our market position. The Coordinator will assit in developing and executing product promotion strategies and tactics to support the sales and marketing of our currently marketed and future product portfolio. They will also assit in the management of the ABX Patient Support program (PSP)
The role requires the individual to work cross-functionally within Apobiologix sales, corporate accounts, medical and operations teams and other external vendors.
Job Responsibilities
- Assists in the development and implementation our national and regional marketing strategy for both marketed products and pipeline portfolio in conjunction with the Marketing Team
- Assists Marketing team by analyzing market data for both marketed and pipeline products using internal and external databases
- Assists in the creation of new and/or modification of current programs for promotion of Apobiologix products to key stakeholders including physicians, pharmacists and other health care professionals or industry stakeholders
- Assists in the development and implementation product-specific strategies for each province and an overarching National strategy with the goal of increasing utilization and/or maintaining market share.
- Assists in the implementation and management of the Apobiologix patient support program and other additional patient resources.
- Works in conjunction with the agency, Corporate Communications and the Marketing Team to develop and adapt Customer Communications Campaigns
- Assist sales representatives on ad-hoc requests from customers.
- Monitors industry news relevant to the product portfolio, competitors or government to the Marketing team.
- Works in a safe manner collaborating as a team member to achieve all outcomes..
- Demonstrate Behaviours that exhibit our organizational Values: Collaboration, Courage, Perseverance, and Passion.
- Ensure personal adherence with all compliance programs including the Global Business Ethics and Compliance Program, Global Quality policies and procedures, Safety and Environment policies, and HR policies.
- All other relevant duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
- Enrolled in a University program.
- Demonstrated Pharmaceutical interest is an asset.
- Strong oral and written communication skills; must be able to communicate appropriately with other employees in different positions within the company
- Strong organizational skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Working knowledge of Word, Excel and Power Point are essential
- Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Understanding of the biopharmaceutical commercialization process
- Experience
- Knowledge and experience in pharmaceutical industry a plus
At Apotex, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible work environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported.
Apotex offers accommodation for applicants with disabilities as part of its recruitment process. If you are contacted to arrange for an interview or testing, please advise us if you require an accommodation.