Sales Account Manager, Oncology (Charlotte)

Sales Account Manager, Oncology

Sumitomo Pharma Co., Ltd., is a global pharmaceutical company based in Japan with operations in the U.S. focused on addressing patient needs in oncology, urology, women's health, rare diseases, cell & gene therapies and CNS. With several marketed products and a diverse pipeline of early- to late-stage investigational assets, we aim to accelerate discovery, research, and development to bring novel therapies to patients sooner.

We are currently seeking a dynamic, highly motivated, and experienced individual for the position of Sales Account Manager, Oncology. In this field-based role, the Prostate Cancer Sales Specialist will focus on achieving sales goals in their assigned geographic territory. This role serves the Greater Charlotte area and the successful candidate must live within territory.

This individual will have a proven record of success in urology and / or medical oncology and will be highly collaborative, tactical, energetic and thrive in a nimble, start-up organization. The Prostate Cancer Sales Specialist will demonstrate a sense of urgency to prepare and successfully execute a new product launch plan for their assigned geography. The Prostate Cancer Sales Specialist will drive results through the sales team that is consistent with the company's goals, mission, and values.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensures a successful outcome of product launch plans and achievement of territory sales objectives through execution of Brand Plan of Action strategies and tactics.
• Maintains excellent working relationships with all customer key stakeholders including medical oncology, urology providers, radiation oncologists, medical groups, patient advocacy groups, and all support staff for prostate cancer treatment.
• Becomes an expert in product information and effectively verbalizes clinically relevant and approved messaging to all stakeholders.
• Drives product demand through clinically meaningful and interactive dialogue with HCPs, a thorough understanding of the prostate cancer patient journey, product knowledge and expertise, and use of all approved educational resources.
• Creates and implements an effective territory business plan to guide strategy, tactics and track progress.
• Monitors and assesses competitive sales activity in the market. Shares information and makes recommendations to leadership.
• Partners with Regional Sales Directors, Marketing, Training and Development, Commercial Operations, Market Access team and other internal stakeholders to effectively execute the launch plan.
• Acts in compliance with SMPA commercial compliance policy, all applicable federal and state laws and guidance relating to product promotion and information dissemination including, but not limited to, the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, the Food and Drug Administration's implementing regulations, the Federal Anti-Kickback Statute, the False Claims Act, PhRMA, Corporate Code of Business Conduct and the Office of the Inspector General's Compliance Program Guidance for Pharmaceutical Manufacturers.
• The specialty representative role will require territory coverage of a potentially large geographic area, which may include occasional overnight travel.

Key Core Competencies

Education and Experience

Travel, Physical Demands, and Work Environment

The base salary range for this role is $150,400 to $188,000. Base salary is part of our total rewards package which also includes the opportunity for merit-based salary increases, short incentive plan participation, eligibility for our 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances and leaves provided in line with your work state. Our robust time-off policy includes flexible paid time off, 11 paid holidays plus additional time off for a shut-down period during the last week of December, 80 hours of paid sick time upon hire and each year thereafter. Total compensation, including base salary to be offered, will depend on elements unique to each candidate, including candidate experience, skills, education and other factors permitted by law.

Disclaimer : The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Confidential Data : All information (written, verbal, electronic, etc.) that an employee encounters is considered confidential.

Compliance : Achieve and maintain Compliance with all applicable regulatory, legal and operational rules and procedures, by ensuring that all plans and activities for and on behalf of Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) and affiliates are carried out with the "best" industry practices and the highest ethical standards.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Mental / Physical Requirements : Fast paced environment handling multiple demands. Must be able to exercise appropriate judgment as necessary. Requires a high level of initiative and independence. Excellent written and oral communication skills required. Requires ability to use a personal computer for extended periods of time.

Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.