Brand Manager

Opella is the self-care challenger with the purest and third-largest portfolio in the Over-The-Counter (OTC) & Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements (VMS) market globally.

Our mission is to bring health in people’s hands by making self-care as simple as it should be. For half a billion consumers worldwide - and counting.

At the core of this mission is our 100 loved brands, our 11,000-strong global team, our 13 best-in-class manufacturing sites and 4 specialized science and innovation development centers. Headquartered in France, Opella is the proud maker of many of the world’s most loved brands, including Allegra, Buscopan, Doliprane, Dulcolax, Enterogermina, Essentiale and Mucosolvan.

B Corp certified in multiple markets, we are active players in the journey towards healthier people and planet. Find out more about our mission at


About the job:
- DulcoLax is the world’s leading laxative brand and a trusted name in digestive health. We empower consumers to feel their best by providing reliable, science-backed solutions for digestive wellness. This is a unique opportunity to join a high-performing, market-leading team and drive the success of a brand that is beloved by consumers and respected by healthcare professionals across multiple European markets. We are seeking a strategic, analytical, and decisive Brand Manager to lead DulcoLax across Austria, Belgium, and Switzerland. You will be responsible for managing the brand’s performance, market share, and equity across three diverse markets. This role requires marketing, communication, data-driven and prioritization skills, and the ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced, matrixed environment. You will report to the Zone Brand Lead and collaborate closely with local and global teams.

Main responsibilities:
- Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute localized brand strategies for Austria, Belgium, and Switzerland, aligned with global priorities and tailored to local market dynamics.- Market Prioritization & Planning: Balance resources and initiatives across three countries, ensuring high-impact activities are prioritized based on market potential and business needs.- Commercial Performance: Own the brand P&L, driving sales and profitability through effective marketing, pricing, and innovation strategies.- Consumer & Market Insight: Leverage data and insights to inform decision-making, identify growth opportunities, and ensure relevance with diverse consumer segments.- Integrated Campaign Management: Adapt and implement omnichannel marketing campaigns (digital, traditional, and HCP) to build brand awareness and engagement.- Portfolio Management: Oversee the product portfolio, including launches, line extensions, and rationalization, ensuring optimal market fit and regulatory compliance.- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with sales, medical, regulatory, supply chain, and finance teams to ensure seamless execution of brand plans.- Agency & Vendor Management: Lead external partners in the development of creative assets and media plans, ensuring quality, consistency, and ROI.- Compliance & Governance: Ensure all marketing activities comply with local legal, regulatory, and ethical standards in each country.

About you:
- Experience: Proven experience in brand management, ideally within OTC, FMCG, or healthcare sectors. Knowledge in managing P&L and working in a matrixed, international environment.- Skills: Strong organizational and prioritization skills to manage multiple markets effectively. Demonstrated ability to develop and execute data-driven, consumer-centric marketing strategies. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work across cultures and functions.- Education: Bachelor’s degree in marketing, Business, or a related field; advanced degree is a plus.- Languages: Fluency in German and/or French is required; English is the working language.

Why us?

At Opella, you will enjoy doing challenging, purposeful work, empowered to develop consumer brands with passion and creativity. This is your chance to grow new skills and be part of a bold, collaborative, and inclusive culture where people can thrive and be at their best every day.

We Are Challengers.

We are dedicated to making self-care as simple as it should be. That starts with our culture. We are challengers by nature, and this is how we do things:
All In Together: We keep each other honest and have each other's backs.

Courageous: We break boundaries and take thoughtful risks with creativity.

Outcome-Obsessed: We are personally accountable, driving sustainable impact and results with integrity.

Radically Simple: We strive to make things simple for us and simple for consumers, as it should be.

Join us on our mission. Health. In your hands.