Key Accounts Manager

Job Description

Key Duties and Accountabilities Develop account strategy and plans Identify opportunities and strategies to improve positioning of AZs R&I 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 AZs R&I products at a local level. Create deep stakeholder relationships Engage R&I 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 AZs overall R&I value proposition, and products labeled indications and efficacy data among all relevant stakeholders in the MDT and DMU. Utilize 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 AZs products. Arrange multidisciplinary workshops for physicians and other healthcare professionals. Arrange and coordinate effective speaker programmes with physician advocates and KOLs. Actively support R&I 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 AZs R&I brands, using fair balance messages and the appropriate mix of promotional tools. Ensure AZs products are optimally utilized 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 R&I 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.