Management Trainee

About us

At AstraZeneca , we are guided in our work by a strong set of values, and we’re resetting expectations of what a biopharmaceutical company can be. By truly following the science, we pioneer new methods, new thinking and bring unexpected teams together. From scientists to sales, lab techs to legal, we’re on a mission to turn ideas into life changing medicines that transform lives. We need great people who share our passion for science and have the drive and determination to meet the unmet needs of patients around the world. If you’re swift to action, confident to lead, willing to collaborate, and curious about what science can do, then you’re our kind of person.

Management Trainee Journey​

As a Management Trainee, you will:

• Develop key skills to succeed, through exposure, including but not limited to project management, P&L management, product launches, omni-channel marketing, sales operations, strategy, and market access.

• Build management and healthcare business acumen through personal development workshops and access to training programs, including immersion stints with field-based teams.

• Grow as a business leader by working with your project managers and senior leaders who will be directly invested in your development.

• Gain unparalleled networking opportunities with access to country leadership team leaders.

Final Placement

The Management Trainees will be placed in one of the following roles depending upon the preference, performance during the MT stint and availability of the roles:

• Brand Management - Designing, implementing, and evaluating the marketing activities of assigned products within a given product line including distribution channel solutions (may include digital, social media, inside sales). Assists in review of marketing programs and helps implement changes. Assists in analysis of market data to identify key segment drivers. Works in conjunction with promotional and direct-to-consumer teams.

• Market Access & Pricing - Assist in developing pricing strategies for all products. Manages contract processing, analysis, and reporting. Work closely with Contract Strategy to optimize contract implementation and efficiency.

• Business, Strategy & Portfolio - Leading and conducting the analysis of industry and market trends, conducting regular strategic analyses of AZ peers, and contributing to high-level strategic pioneering exercises. Provides support on planning, directing, and overseeing a wide range of analysis, related to current and future portfolio. As an expert, develops and monitors a range of portfolios.

• Sales: Leading the sales portfolio for a geography. Working closely with the leadership team and provide a strong platform for continued growth of the area. Emphasis will be placed on the growth of business revenue, profits, quality of sales and developing talent in the span.

Date Posted

Closing Date

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.