Territory Covers: Michigan, Indianapolis, Lexington, KY
HOW MIGHT YOU DEFY IMAGINATION?
If you feel like you're part of something bigger, it's because you are. At Amgen, our shared mission-to serve patients-drives all that we do. It is key to our becoming one of the world's leading biotechnology companies. We are global collaborators who achieve together-researching, manufacturing, and delivering ever-better products that reach over 10 million patients worldwide. It's time for a career you can be proud of.
The District Manager - Rare Disease is responsible for representing Amgen products, analyzing the market and setting goals to achieve them. The DM will build a business strategy for Specialty Account Managers, Referral to ensure that business needs are achieved.
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What you will do
Let's do this. Let's change the world. In this vital role you'll play an important role in representing Rheumatology and Nephrology specialties near current KRYSTEXXA® advocates.
Leads a national team of specialty account managers, to work strategically and collaboratively with the existing sales teams to ensure market representation of Amgen products to Podiatry, Primary Care/FP/GP/IM, and Orthopedic Physicians and healthcare professionals, increasing referrals for appropriate patients to the Rheumatology and Nephrology specialties near current KRYSTEXXA® advocates.
Analyzes the market dynamics and sets goals for the referral team to ensure that sales plans are achieved within the Rheumatology & Nephrology space.
Provides a clear, compelling sales purpose both clinically and business wise for the team members.
Ensures the effective and appropriate use of resources, including territory management tools (computer, iPad, fleet car, etc.).
Builds business strategy and strategic impact in line with company goals.
Manages operational expenses and program funding.
Ensures that team members operate within regulatory guidelines in all aspects of promotion, program implementation, and product compliance
Ensures responsible organization is trained and prepared to enhance business/sales potential, and that the product message is clear, balanced, and consistently delivered with high impact.
Achieves organizational sales goal volume and reach / frequency objectives.
Establishes a productive work environment by creating trust and respect within the broader National Rheumatology and Nephrology sales teams and establishes self as a business partner across the GBU.
Must be able to work closely with and effectively collaborate across all divisions within the GBU to achieve business objectives.
Develops an atmosphere of confidence and strength and creates opportunities to recognize and reward outstanding individual and team sales performance.
Builds an organization reflecting a highly professional workforce in the eyes of external and internal partners. Addresses performance issues decisively and appropriately.
Develops internal and external customer relationships to successfully drive Amgen's business objectives within the Rheumatology and Nephrology space.
Fosters informative flow and delivers influential messages that gain support for initiatives.
Develops and communicates a professional growth plan.
Continually educates self and team on Rheumatology and Nephrology market issues / trends and product knowledge as it pertains to specific business interests.
Applies new / innovative technologies to enhance efficiency, expands knowledge base and refines skill building.
Conducts weekly field rides with Referral SAMs for enhanced coaching and skills growth.
Represent the organization at local, regional, and national trade shows.
Provide input to regional and national sales meetings (content and objectives).
Strives to maintain a safe working environment through the prevention of accidents, the preservation of equipment, and the achievement of safe working practices.
Maintains a positive and professional demeanor toward all customers and coworkers.
Adheres to all policies and procedures of Amgen.
Performs other duties as assigned.
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What we expect of you
We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The District Manager - Rare Disease we seek is a motivated professional with these qualifications.
Basic Qualifications:
Doctorate degree AND 2 years of Sales/Marketing experience
OR
Master's degree AND 6 years of Sales/Marketing experience
OR
Bachelor's degree or AND 8 years of Sales/Marketing experience
And
2 years of managerial experience directly managing people and/or leadership experience leading teams, projects, programs or directing the allocation of resources.
Preferred Qualifications:
Sales experience in biologics, infusion, and/or rare/specialty products preferred.
Buy-and-bill experience preferred.
Experience working with institutions and integrated delivery networks preferred.
Approximately 50% travel, including some overnight and weekend commitments.
Proficient in Microsoft Office.
Professional, proactive demeanor.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Essential Core Values and Competencies :
Growth
Manages Ambiguity
Strategic Mindset
Demonstrates Self-awareness
Cultivates Innovation
Develops Talent
Accountability
Drives Results
Ensures Accountability
Decision Quality
Transparency
Courage
Collaboration
Instills Trust
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What you can expect of us
As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for our teammates' professional and personal growth and well-being.
In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan comprising health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities including:
Comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts.
A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
Stock-based long-term incentives
Award-winning time-off plans and bi-annual company-wide shutdowns
Flexible work models, including remote work arrangements, where possible
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Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
