Marcus Stüttgen - Freelance Consultant – Strategic &...

Q: Where is Marcus based?

Marcus is based in Cologne, Germany .

Q: What languages does Marcus speak?

Marcus speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Spanish (Elementary), French (Elementary) .

Q: How many years of experience does Marcus have?

Marcus has at least 33 years of experience. During this time, Marcus has worked in at least 9 different roles and for 7 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 4 years and 8 months . Note that Marcus may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Marcus's latest experience?

Marcus's most recent position is Freelance Consultant – Strategic & Operational Marketing · Business Development · Launch Execution · Interim Leadership at Freelance .

Q: What companies has Marcus worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Marcus has worked for Freelance , J&J and Janssen Global Commercial Strategy Organisation (GCSO) .

Q: Which industries is Marcus most experienced in?

Marcus is most experienced in industries like Pharmaceutical and Healthcare .

Q: Which business areas is Marcus most experienced in?

Marcus is most experienced in business areas like Marketing , Strategy , and Accounting . Marcus also has some experience in Project Management , Supply Chain Management , and Product Development .

Q: Which industries has Marcus worked in recently?

Marcus has recently worked in industries like Pharmaceutical .

Q: Which business areas has Marcus worked in recently?

Marcus has recently worked in business areas like Marketing and Strategy .

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Cologne, Germany

Experience

Oct 2025 - Present

6 months

Freelance Consultant – Strategic & Operational Marketing · Business Development · Launch Execution · Interim Leadership

Freelance

Supporting clients in BD, partnering, commercial strategy, and storytelling
Delivering go-to-market strategies and launch execution
Providing interim leadership and driving cross-functional alignment across

Jan 2020 - Dec 2024

5 years

Global Director Strategic Marketing COVID-19 and RSV Vaccines

J&J, Janssen Global Commercial Strategy Organisation (GCSO)

Led global commercial strategy for COVID-19, RSV, and the broader vaccine portfolio, shaping positioning and value narrative
Directed a 20-member cross-functional global team
Drove global–regional alignment to maximize launch readiness and performance

Jan 2019 - Dec 2020

2 years

Global Director Strategic Marketing Lead ID&V/Respiratory

J&J, Janssen GCSO

Developed global strategy for Influenza/Pimodivir
Led a cross-functional and highly matrixed Global Commercial Team

Jan 2018 - Dec 2019

2 years

Strategic Pioneers Team Lead EMEA (IBVTL)

J&J, Janssen EMEA

Shaped early-stage asset strategies in RSV & Influenza vaccines, Ponesimod (MS), and Imetelstat (Hematology/Oncology) across EMEA
Led a cross-functional EMEA team

Jan 2015 - Dec 2018

4 years

International Brand Value Team Lead Respiratory EMEA

J&J, Janssen EMEA

Directed EMEA strategy and execution for RSV and Influenza across 50+ markets
Delivered operational excellence and regional alignment

Jan 2011 - Dec 2015

5 years

Director New Business Development and Innovation Management & BU Lead Vaccines

J&J, Janssen Germany

Led business development in Germany and served as EMEA BD TA Lead Infectious Diseases, driving opportunity assessment and partnering strategy
Built the vaccines business in Germany from scratch, including Crucell integration, commercial strategy, operational setup, and team build-up

Jan 2005 - Dec 2011

7 years

Director Marketing TA CNS/Chronic Pain

J&J, Janssen Germany

Led launch and lifecycle strategy for the pain portfolio with P&L responsibility
Led a high-performing marketing team, ensuring cross-functional alignment

Jan 2004 - Dec 2005

2 years

Titusville, United States

Marketing Manager Pain US

J&J, Janssen US

Managed US pain products, shaping positioning and tactical execution
Collaborated with market access and sales to drive commercial impact

Jan 1992 - Dec 2004

13 years

Various roles: PM CNS/Psychiatry (Risperdal) and Dermatology (Sporanox); Marketing Controller; Controller & Supply Chain Manager

J&J, Janssen; Rhône-Poulenc Rorer (now Sanofi)

PM CNS/Psychiatry (Risperdal) and Dermatology (Sporanox) at J&J, Janssen
Marketing Controller at J&J, Janssen Germany
Controller & Supply Chain Manager at Rhône-Poulenc Rorer (now Sanofi)

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Pharmaceutical and Healthcare.

Pharmaceutical

Healthcare

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Marketing, Strategy, Accounting, Project Management, Supply Chain Management, and Product Development.

Marketing

Strategy

Accounting

Project Management

Supply Chain Management

Product Development

Summary

Senior Pharma & Biotech executive with 25+ years of international leadership experience in Strategic & Operational Marketing, Business Development, and Commercial roles. Proven track record in portfolio strategy, product evaluations, launch excellence, and cross-functional decision-making across country, EMEA, and global levels. Expert in synthesizing market, competitive, and performance data from multiple sources to derive clear strategic recommendations and shape high-impact decisions. Broad therapeutic experience spanning ID&V, Haematology/Oncology, CNS, and Pain, consistently contributing to opportunity assessments, prioritization, and investment recommendations.

Skills

Ms-office 365
Sap
Business Intelligence Platforms
Design Thinking (Innovation Management)
Marketing Excellence

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Spanish

Elementary

French

Elementary

Education

Oct 1993 - Jun 1997

University of Applied Sciences Cologne

Master’s degree of Business Administration, focus on Marketing & Foreign trade · Business Administration · Cologne, Germany · good

Oct 1990 - Jun 1992

Rhône-Poulenc Rorer

Industrial Manager

Oct 1979 - Jun 1988

Gymnasium Pesch Cologne

Abitur - German A-Levels · Cologne, Germany

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 9

Experience in Pharmaceutical 33 y

Avg length 4 y 5 m

Longest experience 12 y 11 m

Global Experience

Countries worked in 1 (United States)

Primary country United States

Expertise

Recent roles Freelance Consultant – Strategic & Operational Marketing · Business Development · Launch Execution · Interim Leadership, Global Director Strategic Marketing COVID-19 and RSV Vaccines, Global Director Strategic Marketing Lead ID&V/Respiratory

Main industries Pharmaceutical, Healthcare

Main business areas Marketing, Strategy, Accounting

Qualifications

Highest degree Master

Profile

Created

March 2026

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Where is Marcus based?

Marcus is based in Cologne, Germany.

What languages does Marcus speak?

Marcus speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Spanish (Elementary), French (Elementary).

How many years of experience does Marcus have?

Marcus has at least 33 years of experience. During this time, Marcus has worked in at least 9 different roles and for 7 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 4 years and 8 months. Note that Marcus may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Marcus be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Marcus would be well-suited for roles such as: Freelance Consultant – Strategic & Operational Marketing · Business Development · Launch Execution · Interim Leadership, Global Director Strategic Marketing COVID-19 and RSV Vaccines, Global Director Strategic Marketing Lead ID&V/Respiratory.

What is Marcus's latest experience?

Marcus's most recent position is Freelance Consultant – Strategic & Operational Marketing · Business Development · Launch Execution · Interim Leadership at Freelance.

What companies has Marcus worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Marcus has worked for Freelance, J&J and Janssen Global Commercial Strategy Organisation (GCSO).

Which industries is Marcus most experienced in?

Marcus is most experienced in industries like Pharmaceutical and Healthcare.

Which business areas is Marcus most experienced in?

Marcus is most experienced in business areas like Marketing, Strategy, and Accounting. Marcus also has some experience in Project Management, Supply Chain Management, and Product Development.

Which industries has Marcus worked in recently?

Marcus has recently worked in industries like Pharmaceutical.

Which business areas has Marcus worked in recently?

Marcus has recently worked in business areas like Marketing and Strategy.

What is Marcus's education?

Marcus holds a Master in Business Administration from University of Applied Sciences Cologne.

What is the availability of Marcus?

Marcus will be available from April 2026.

What is the rate of Marcus?

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