Biologics Senior Product Specialist

AstraZeneca; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global biopharmaceutical company seeks a Senior Product Specialist for their Biologics portfolio in Jeddah. You will drive clinical demand, build strong stakeholder relationships, and ensure optimal product positioning. Candidates should have at least 2 years of sales experience and knowledge in Biologics. This position offers an opportunity to impact lives and contribute to innovative therapeutic solutions in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Great place to work

Inclusive culture

Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• Proven track record influencing key stakeholders in healthcare.
• Experience in complex cross-functional teams.
• Track record in driving sales performance within budget.

Responsibilities

• Generate clinical demand for Biologics portfolio.
• Develop account strategy and analyze market opportunities.
• Engage stakeholders through approved product indications.

Skills

Sales experience

Stakeholder engagement

Account management

Business acumen

Medical knowledge

Education

Saudi national

Minimum 2 years in sales

1 year in Biologics

Tools

Veeva

Job description

Senior Product Specialist – Biologics

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. We are more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies.

ROLE SUMMARY

Responsible for generating clinical demand for the Biologics portfolio with key accounts, proactively identifying business opportunities, presenting value propositions aligned to stakeholder needs and objectives, and recommending solutions to drive and develop business. Develop strategic and mutually beneficial relationships with the Multi‑Disciplinary Team (MDT), Decision Making Unit (DMU) and other stakeholders, based on a deep scientific understanding of the issues, to identify the best opportunities for any part of AZ’s Specialty portfolio and deliver life‑changing medicines to patients.

In this role you will positively influence customers’ prescribing behaviour to achieve sales targets, develop territory and build strong customer relationships with the objective of maximizing sales volume and market share of designated products on a given territory.

What you’ll do

Develop account strategy and plans

• Identify opportunities and strategies to improve positioning of AZ’s Biologics products at a local level.
• Work with Sales, Franchise Manager and CFT to develop a local strategy and business plan to meet targets and further improve positioning of AZ’s Biologics products at a local level.
• Conduct analysis of market & competitors to identify territory business opportunities.
• Develop Account plan and allocate resources (e.g., call activities, budget), for optimal sales impact.
• Monitor Account business plan to ensure resources are directed to customers of the greatest potential.
• Participate in promotional activity programmes to increase product awareness in the market and establish AstraZeneca as a strategic partner with top institutes / accounts.

Create deep stakeholder relationships

• Engage Biologics users in dialogue about approved indications, product efficacy / safety profiles and treatment protocols to support on‑label prescribing for appropriate patients.
• Establish and maintain ongoing, long‑term collaborative relationships with stakeholders.
• Share stakeholder insight and information within AZ to strengthen relevant activities, e.g., product development, marketing, sales efforts.
• Update territory customer segmentation, database and call records continuously in Veeva.
• Deliver key promotional messages according to approved plan and marketing strategy.
• Build a trust and credibility with customers by demonstrating integrity and acting within the AstraZeneca Code of Conduct.
• Explore and expand new customers developing more Bio‑users.

Reporting / Administration

• Submit monthly reports commenting on deviations from Business Plan and intended actions to align performance with objectives.
• Ensure punctual delivery of reports and daily synchronization of ETMS Veeva.
• Monitor and assess sales transactions to identify potential irregular sales patterns.

Build capability and knowledge in healthcare ecosystem

• Build knowledge and understanding about AZ’s overall Biologics value proposition, product’s labelled indications and efficacy data among all relevant stakeholders in the MDT and DMU.
• Utilize different communication approaches, techniques and channels to help build knowledge in the MDT and DMU.
• Conduct science‑based discussions with the HCP as per the approved indications of AZ’s Biologics.
• Arrange multidisciplinary workshops for physicians and other healthcare professionals.
• Arrange and coordinate effective speaker programmes with physician advocates and KOLs.
• Actively support Central pharmacists and nurses on relevant trainings.

Deliver on plans and achieve sales goals on budget

• Drive sales performance and ensure sales forecasts meet or exceed expectations while managing assigned budgets.
• Successfully promote the benefits of AZ’s Biologics brands, using fair balance messages and the appropriate mix of promotional tools.
• Ensure AZ’s products are optimally utilised in line with national / local guidelines and the product license.
• Effectively implement sales strategy, tactics and TAP (Account action plan) aligned with CF in accordance with company policies.
• Facilitate enlistment of newly launched and key products in accounts within the agreed timelines.

Corporate responsibility

• Comply with all external regulations and internal policies.
• Maintain highest ethical standards and work in a spirit of AstraZeneca Code of Ethics, following rules & norms set by corporate policies.
• Ensure that all conducted activities are done in accordance with local legislation and corporate standards.
• Timely reports (as per respective procedures): health / environment / wellbeing related accidents; adverse events that you became aware about; change in status of your Conflict of Interest.

Personal Development

• Develop behaviours leading to enhanced effectiveness as outlined in the Associate Key Account Competency framework.
• Identify areas for self‑development and discuss developmental needs with the line manager to agree on solid IDP.
• Attend & actively participate in sales meetings, product, and training sessions.

Essential for the role

• Saudi national.
• Minimum 2 years of sales experience with a sound knowledge of account management, including relevant pharmaceutical sales experience.
• Minimum 1 year sales experience in Biologics.
• Track record of engaging key stakeholders in complex clinical environments, e.g., mid and senior level healthcare professionals, key accounts and the medical community.
• Proven track record in influencing the stakeholder decision‑making process in an ecosystem with multiple influential players / decision makers, with proven track record of creating value in complex DMU.
• Proven successful working in complex cross functional teams.
• Customer value proposition and patient centric.
• Business Acumen with high medical knowledge.
• Decision making and problem solving.

Desirable for the role

• Key Account management expertise.
• Experience with ENT specialty Doctors.

Why AstraZeneca?

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.

So, what’s next?

• Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you.
• Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We have one seat available, and we hope it’s yours.

Date Posted: 16-Dec-2025

Closing Date: 30-Dec-2025

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.