AstraZeneca Hiring for Key Accounts Manager-Oncology (Zoladex 10.8 mg) at Kerala Full Time

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Key Accounts Manager- Oncology (Zoladex 10.8 mg)

Do you have expertise in, and passion for Sales in Oncology? Would you like to apply your expertise to impact the sales business plans of new innovative products in a company that follows the science and turns ideas into life changing medicines? Then AstraZeneca might be the one for you!

ABOUT ASTRAZENECA

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialisation of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we’re more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies.

BUSINESS AREA

ONCOLOGY

We’re all here to make an impact – to achieve our bold ambition of eliminating cancer as a cause of death.

In the Oncology Business Unit we relentlessly follow the science, challenging the status quo to deliver more effective treatments to patients in need. Our commitment means we purposefully push back the limits of knowledge to change the practice of medicine. To ensure no patient is left behind, no matter what stage of disease. It’s our launch excellence and commercial effectiveness that will make the difference, empowering us to deliver the true value and potential of our life-changing medicines.

What you’ll do

As a Key Accounts Manager, you will be responsible to develop and implement market positioning strategies for the oncology products of AZ along with contributing to build the knowledge and capabilities of HCPs at a local level. You will work closely with the sales team to deliver timely sales targets and ensure to create robust stakeholder relationships

Key Duties and Accountabilities

Develop account strategy and plans

Identify opportunities and strategies to improve positioning of AZ’s Oncology products at a local level.

Work with Sales Manager to develop a local strategy and business plan to meet targets and further improve positioning of AZ’s Oncology products at a local level.

Create deep stakeholder relationships

Engage Oncology HCPs in dialogue about approved indications, product efficacy / safety profiles and treatment protocols to support on-label prescribing for appropriate patients.

Establish and maintain ongoing, long term collaborative relationships
with stakeholders.

Share stakeholder insight and information within AZ to strengthen relevant activities, e.g., product development, marketing, sales efforts.

Build capability and knowledge in healthcare eco-system

Build knowledge and understanding about AZ’s overall Oncology value proposition, and product’s labeled indications and efficacy data among all relevant stakeholders in the MDT and DMU.

Utilise different communication approaches, techniques and channels to help build knowledge in the MDT and DMU, including.

Conduct science-based discussions with the HCP as per the approved indications of AZ’s products.

Arrange multidisciplinary workshops for physicians and other healthcare professionals.

Arrange and coordinate effective speaker programmes with physician advocates and KOLs.

Actively support Oncology nurses on relevant trainings, e.g., chemotherapy, testing solutions.

Deliver on plans and achieve sales goals on budget

Drive sales performance and ensure sales forecasts meet or exceed expectations while managing assigned budgets.

Successfully promote the benefits of AZ’s Oncology brands, using fair balance messages and the appropriate mix of promotional tools.

Ensure AZ’s products are optimally utilised in line with national/local guidelines and the product license.

Be compliant

Successfully complete all training requirements, including product examinations.

Comply with all external regulations and internal policies.

Ensure compliance with the AZ Code of Ethics, Global External Interactions Policy and Standards, and Privacy Policy and Standards, especially when interacting with Patient Groups.

Essential for the role

University Science graduate, ideally MBA from reputable institute.

Proficient in oral and written communication (English).

Must have 3+ years of sales experience with Pharma sector in Oncology domain.

Should have been a high performer in sales, Cross functional engagement, strong business acumen.

Organizational skills, good analytical skills / mind set, ability to manage complexity with a high degree of maturity.

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

So, what’s next?

Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you.

Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We have one seat available and we hope it’s yours.

If you’re curious to know more then please apply to this post and we will revert back to you.

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