Description
At AstraZeneca, we turn ideas into life-changing medicines. As a Senior Pharmaceutical Sales Specialist for the Advanced Specialty Team, you'll play a pivotal role in channeling our scientific capabilities to make a positive impact on changing patients' lives. You will develop and demonstrate knowledge of clinical disease states and treatment guidelines. You will effectively communicate product information to healthcare professionals. You will analyze trends and develop strategic business plans, leveraging understanding of the market landscape, dynamics, and patient access challenges. You will provide solutions to customers by creating a tailored customer experience based on account and HCP needs. You will identify opportunities for process improvement, demonstrate openness to new ideas, and seek innovative approaches to sales and customer engagement.
The AstraZeneca's US BioPharma Respiratory and Immunology (R&I) Team holds a unique position in respiratory disease, including asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and Lupus, with a range of differentiated potential medicines in development by using novel combinations, biologics and devices. The pipeline also has several promising assets in inflammatory and autoimmune diseases within areas such as psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, gout, systemic lupus and rheumatoid arthritis.
As a Senior Pharmaceutical Sales Specialist, you'll be responsible for: Developing and demonstrating knowledge of clinical disease states and treatment guidelines. Effectively communicating product information to healthcare professionals. Analyzing trends and developing strategic business plans, leveraging understanding of the market landscape, dynamics, and patient access challenges. Providing solutions to customers by creating a tailored customer experience based on account and HCP needs. Identifying opportunities for process improvement, demonstrating openness to new ideas, and seeking innovative approaches to sales and customer engagement.
Essential skills and experience include: Bachelor's Degree 3+ years of demonstrated Sales or Commercial experience or a combination of: pharmaceutical, healthcare, scientific, clinical, institutional, or related industry/settings within the healthcare ecosystem Experience in account planning and/or complex reimbursement model OR internal AZ certification A valid driver's license and safe driving record
Essential skills and capabilities include: Advanced Therapeutic Area Expertise: Experience and expertise in highly specialized therapeutic areas Customer Engagement: Proven ability to engage with senior-level healthcare professionals, including specialists and hospital administrators. Innovative Sales Strategies: Experience in developing and implementing innovative sales strategies in a highly specialized market. Clinical Acumen: Exceptional ability to understand and communicate cutting-edge scientific research and clinical data. Strategic Partnerships: Experience in establishing and nurturing strategic partnerships with healthcare institutions and research organizations. Business Acumen: Proficiency in advanced data analysis and the use of analytics to drive sales performance.
Preferred qualifications include: Experience with ENT's Experience in Specialty Pharmacy Fulfillment Pathway Experience with Buy & Bill