Oncology Precision Medicine Business Specialist - Minnesota North

Astellas Pharma Inc

Saint Cloud, MN

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Biology, Business Plan, Communication Skills, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Support/Service, Customer Training, Disease, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Geography, Healthcare, Immunology, Medicine, Meet Sales Quota, National Sales, Oncology, Ophthalmology, Patient Care, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Promotional Programs, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Regional Sales, Regulations, Reporting Skills, Research & Development (R&D), Revenue/Sales Reporting, Sales, Sales Communications, Strategic Planning, Time Management, Urology, Women's Health
LOCATION
Saint Cloud, MN
POSTED
5 days ago

Precision Medicine Business Specialist - Minnesota North

About Astellas

Astellas is a global life sciences company committed to turning innovative science into VALUE for patients. We provide transformative therapies in disease areas that include oncology, ophthalmology, urology, immunology and women's health. Through our research and development programs, we are pioneering new healthcare solutions for diseases with high unmet medical need. Learn more at Astellas.com.

Are you driven to make a real difference in the lives of patients?

We're seeking passionate individuals who thrive in dynamic environments, embrace new ideas, and aren't afraid to take intelligent risks. People who act with unwavering integrity and are deeply committed to making a tangible impact.

Purpose and Scope

To ensure the achievement of sales goals in territory by promoting Astellas oncology products (VYLOY and XOSPATA) and services to physicians and other medical personnel within assigned geography. Educate customers on characteristics, advantages, indicated treatment and all other developments related to promoted products. Professionally represent Astellas in the field and ensure high levels of visibility and customer satisfaction in territory. Maintain effective communication and relationships with key external and internal customers.

Essential Job Responsibilities

  • Call on targeted physicians and oncology centers to promote and educate on the use of Astellas products through one-on-one meetings and presentations, professional education programs and other appropriate means. Responsible for ensuring high levels of call and field productivity; expected to meet call plan expectations, with 5 days in the field each week, supported by office time needed for call planning and follow-up, preparing presentations, making appointments, etc.
  • Develop Sales plans and business territory plan activities to support customers using company resources and promotional activities as identified by Oncology Regional Business Manager (ORBM)
  • Utilize clinical knowledge to influence prescribing habits
  • Coordinate promotional efforts with peers across franchises
  • Achieve quarterly sales goals within territory while adhering to all ethical sales practices and required regulations
  • Deliver the highest level of clinical and technical value, helping the healthcare customer meet their unique patient care needs, while operating at all times within regulatory guidelines
  • Ensure optimum strategy development using territory business plan
  • Responsible for accurately reporting sales activities, testing, territory expenses and submitting written reports as necessary by the deadline set forth and defined by Oncology Regional Business Manager
  • Appropriately manage and maintain all company equipment and promotional materials (company literature, materials, etc.) according to necessary company guidelines
  • Attend all company-sponsored sales and medical meetings as directed by company management (POA's, National Sales Meetings, Regional and Local Conventions, etc.)
  • Continuous learning on efficient sales and communication techniques and product / therapeutic area training
  • Additional responsibilities as necessary

Quantitative Dimensions

  • Direct impact on obtaining sales attainment
  • Maintain adequate call coverage at National Level
  • Deployment of promotional resources at National Level

Organizational Context

  • Reports to Oncology Regional Business Manager (ORBM)
  • No Direct Reports

About the Company

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Astellas Pharma Inc

Astellas Pharma US, Inc., is a U.S. affiliate of Tokyo-based Astellas Pharma Inc. Located in Northbrook, Illinois, the company serves as the headquarters for the Americas and employs nearly 3,000 people. Astellas is a pharmaceutical company dedicated to improving the health of people around the world through the provision of innovative and reliable pharmaceutical products. Our commitment to changing tomorrow is measured not only by our focus on bringing innovative and effective new medicines to patients and physicians, but also by the importance we place on the impact we can make within the communities where we work and live. Astellas supports many causes and has created two initiatives to demonstrate our commitment: Changing Tomorrow Day, an annual, worldwide volunteer event, and Science WoRx, a nationwide mentoring program and online resource network for science teachers and their students.
COMPANY SIZE
2,500 to 4,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Biotechnology/Pharmaceuticals
WEBSITE
https://www.astellas.com/us/