About Apotex Inc.
Apotex is a Canadian-based global health company. We improve everyday access to affordable, innovative medicines and health products for millions of people worldwide, with a broad portfolio of generic, biosimilar, innovative branded pharmaceuticals and consumer health products. Headquartered in Toronto, with regional offices globally, including in the United States, Mexico and India, we are the largest Canadian-based pharmaceutical company and a health partner of choice for the Americas for pharmaceutical licensing and product acquisitions.
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Job SummaryResponsible for developing long-term business relationships with assigned accounts and healthcare providers including but not limited to: comprehensive cancer centers, ophthalmology clinics, teaching institutions and community based practices. Regional Account Managers provide consistent education of the benefits and risks of approved products to oncologists, haematologists, ophthalmologists, pharmacists, nurses, executive personnel, and support staff.
Establish and develop strong relationship with individual hospitals, and Regional Health Authorities within the oncology or ophthalmology market and within specific patient treatment specialties. These relationships are focused on achieving/exceeding defined sales and brand objectives consistent with approved product messaging and labelling. Regional Account Managers will report directly to the National Sales Manager and will be individually accountable for managing their territory sales performance, business analysis and budgets. The Regional Account Managers will take individual ownership to incorporate feedback provided by the National Sales Manager, but not limited to: individual development plans, field coaching reports and performance appraisals. Although the Regional Account Managers needs to have the ability to work independently, as a member of the Apotex Biosimilar and Specialty Team, the Regional Account Managers is expected to work in a highly collaborative manner when necessary. Consistent teamwork and collaboration with other members of the sales force, as well as market access, medical, marketing and corporate functions is expected.
All other relevant duties as assigned.
Job Requirements Education Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year institution (education in science or business a plus) Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Proven track record of achieving/exceeding sales objectives; product launch experience preferred Injectable experience highly preferred; supportive care sales experience a plus Knowledge of applicable regulations and standards affecting the pharmaceutical industry Strong business acumen; analytical ability and broad healthcare knowledge Understanding of how to effectively meet customer needs in a complex environment through alignment of company and customer objectives Adaptable to changing priorities and market dynamics Ability to function effectively in an evolving start-up organization/division Excellent communication and presentation skills; a team-player that is self-motivated Experience Minimum of 10 years of specialty pharmaceutical /oncology or ophthalmolomy sales experienceAt Apotex, we are committed to fostering a welcoming and accessible work environment, where all everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to succeed.
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