Oncology Sales Leader - KSA | Strategy & Team Growth

AstraZeneca plc; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

AstraZeneca plc is seeking a Sales Manager Oncology for KSA to lead and develop Oncology Sales Specialists, drive clinical demand, and build strategic partnerships with high-value accounts. The role emphasizes delivering sales results, developing MDT/DMU relationships, and ensuring regulatory compliance across the Saudi market.

Only Saudi nationals will be considered, with a preference for candidates with oncology experience and proven leadership in cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• University degree in natural sciences, or economics or equivalent.
• Only Saudi nationals will be considered.
• Minimum 6 years’ experience in pharmaceutical industries.
• Minimum 2 years experience in a sales manager role.
• For Internal Candidates, a minimum of 2 years of sales experience with a proven track record of performance is required.
• Proven track record of delivering and achieving significant business objectives.
• Strong leadership attributes to set direction, generate commitment, balance short and long term needs, constructively resolve issues and proven demonstration of effective cross-functional team leadership.
• Proven track record of strategic thinking, judgment and persuasion / negotiation skills
• Proven track record of developing and successfully executing compelling account strategies.
• Languages: Fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Develop territory and account strategy in line with AZ Oncology TA and brand strategy.
• Lead, coach and manage a team of Sales Specialists.
• Build strategic partnerships with key accounts and healthcare stakeholders.
• Support capability building in healthcare ecosystem with MDT/DMU stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with AZ policies and external regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Account management

Sales management

English fluency

Cross-functional leadership

Education

University degree in natural sciences or economics

Job description

AstraZeneca plc is seeking a Sales Manager Oncology for KSA to lead and develop Oncology Sales Specialists, drive clinical demand, and build strategic partnerships with high-value accounts. The role emphasizes delivering sales results, developing MDT/DMU relationships, and ensuring regulatory compliance across the Saudi market.

Only Saudi nationals will be considered, with a preference for candidates with oncology experience and proven leadership in cross-functional teams.