EM Launch Lead Imaavy & EMEA VMAX PAH Product Manager

Drive Transformative Growth in Emerging Markets and EMEA: Join Johnson & Johnson’s Visionary Team

At Johnson & Johnson, we are committed to advancing healthcare through innovation, collaboration, and a patient-centric approach. Our mission is to deliver life-changing breakthroughs that redefine medical possibilities, from groundbreaking treatments to smarter, more accessible solutions. As a global leader in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we empower our teams to pioneer solutions that transform lives and address the most complex health challenges of our time.

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic EM Launch Lead for Imaavy & EMEA VMAX PAH Product Manager to lead commercial growth initiatives in the Emerging Markets (EM) and EMEA regions. Based in either Saudi Arabia or Kuwait, this role will focus on maximizing the commercial potential of our portfolio while ensuring seamless launches of new products. You will collaborate across global and regional functions to drive impactful strategies, foster operational excellence, and champion the success of our innovative therapies.

Your Impact

In this pivotal role, you will:

• Lead Commercial Growth and Portfolio Optimization: Oversee the commercial performance of Imaavy in Emerging Markets and the EMEA VMAX PAH portfolio, implementing strategies to maximize growth while minimizing erosion. Align with Operational Companies (OPCOs), Global teams, and Emerging Markets Strategy Office (ESO) to ensure cohesive execution.
• Drive Launch Excellence: Define brand positioning and strategy, establish launch readiness dashboards, and conduct pre-launch training for OPCO teams. Develop comprehensive launch plans, forecast resources, and assess Go-To-Market (Gx) and biosimilar entry risks to ensure successful market introductions.
• Foster Cross-Functional Collaboration: Serve as the knowledge and communication hub between ESO, EM, and regional teams, facilitating best practice sharing and identifying untapped opportunities to enhance execution excellence. Lead strategic planning exercises to align short- and long-term goals.
• Support Operational Excellence: Provide ongoing guidance to OPCOs through monthly commercial calls and ad-hoc interactions, ensuring alignment with global strategies and regional priorities.
• Innovate Growth Initiatives: Assess and implement diverse Go-To-Market models, including digital commercial projects, to unlock the full potential of our brands. Develop robust business cases to drive sustainable growth.
• Develop Strategic Brand Plans: Contribute to Brand Positioning (BP), Launch Readiness Framework Plans (LRFP), Integrated Business Plans (IBP), and Product Market Reviews (PMR) to fully realize market potential.
• Monitor Performance and Engage Stakeholders: Track key performance indicators (NTS and Commercial OPEX/Brand Plans) and engage with external customers to gather actionable insights, translating them into strategic initiatives.
• Leverage Cross-Therapeutic Synergies: Collaborate with other therapeutic area teams and Innovative Business Value Team (IBVT) to maximize synergies and ensure strategic alignment across the organization.
• Explore Strategic Alliances: Contribute to initiatives that foster strategic partnerships to further enhance our market position and drive innovation.

Why This Role Matters

As an EM Launch Lead, you will play a critical role in shaping the future of healthcare in some of the world’s fastest-growing markets. Your strategic acumen, collaborative mindset, and commitment to excellence will directly contribute to the success of our portfolio, empowering us to deliver meaningful outcomes for patients and healthcare providers alike. This is an opportunity to make a lasting impact on global health while growing within a dynamic, values-driven organization.

Qualifications and Experience

To excel in this role, you will bring:

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, complemented by 8+ years of professional experience in commercial strategy, product management, or a related discipline within the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry.
• Proven expertise in launch leadership, portfolio management, and market strategy, with a track record of driving growth and optimizing commercial performance.
• Strong analytical and forecasting skills, with the ability to develop data-driven strategies and business cases.
• Exceptional cross-functional collaboration skills, with experience working across global, regional, and operational teams.
• A customer-centric approach, with the ability to engage stakeholders and translate insights into actionable strategies.
• Experience in digital commercial initiatives, lifecycle management, and competitive intelligence is a significant advantage.
• Fluency in English and proficiency in Arabic are essential for effective communication in the region.

Join Johnson & Johnson and be part of a legacy of innovation, impact, and purpose. Together, we will continue to redefine what is possible in healthcare—one breakthrough at a time.