Sales Manager Complement – Rare Disease (Central & Eastern region)
Location: Riyadh
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.
ROLE SUMMARY
AstraZeneca is accelerating the expansion of our geographical footprint in rare diseases following the acquisition of Alexion in 2021. Rare diseases are a high-growth therapy area with rapid innovation and significant unmet medical need. Over 7,000 rare diseases are known today – yet less than 1% of them have an approved treatment.
As we begin to build our position as a Rare Disease leader, we seek a Rare Diseases Sales Manager to join our Commercial Team in KSA. The First Line Sales Manager is a full-time position, responsible for developing and implementing rare disease brand strategies.
The Sales Manager will work very closely with the Franchise Head / Business Unit Director to deploy and adapt the AZ brand strategy to the local market, including tactics and execution. The Sales Manager reports to the Franchise Head.
The Sales Manager leads, coaches, and develops the team of Product Specialists, in order to achieve high patient penetration rates by delivering the set sales budgets and growth ambition. The Sales Manager will lead the team to drive patients’ identification, sales activities through proactive identification of business opportunities, communicating value propositions aligned to customers’ needs and objectives and recommending solutions to drive and develop Rare Disease portfolio.
What you’ll do
Only applications in KSA will be considered.
Essential for the role
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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.
AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.
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