Product Specialist - Rare Disease

Astrazeneca Pharma India Ltd.; Riyadh; In loco; SAR 240.000 - 360.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

AstraZeneca is seeking a Product Specialist Complement for Rare Disease in KSA to drive clinical demand and build deep ties with healthcare professionals. You will identify patient opportunities, present value propositions, and shape regional strategies with the Sales Manager.

The role focuses on delivering patient-centered solutions in a fast-evolving market. Ideal candidates have a medical or pharmaceutical degree and at least 2 years of pharma sales or related experience in rare diseases.

Competenze

• University degree in Medical Sciences or Pharmacy required.
• 2 years of pharma experience in rare disease, haematology/oncology, nephrology or critical care preferred.
• Proven track record delivering solid sales results and engaging healthcare professionals.

Mansioni

• Promote rare disease medicines to healthcare professionals with science-based, value-led messaging.
• Identify new patient targets and opportunities to expand therapy adoption.
• Achieve or exceed regional sales objectives with timely activity tracking and reporting.

Conoscenze

Influencing skills

Sales experience

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication

Formazione

University degree in Medical Sciences or Pharmacy

Descrizione del lavoro

Product Specialist Complement - Rare Disease

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 Join a high-performing team empowered to cut through the noise and drive real change Our agility and pace coupled with scientific focus powers us to spot opportunities in the market that keep us moving forward and into new spaces

SITE DESCRIPTION

AstraZeneca is experiencing a significant transformation in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia driven by a commitment to advancing healthcare innovation and sustainable growth Building on our global legacy AZ KSA is rapidly evolving its operations to better serve patients collaborate with healthcare stakeholders and contribute to the ambitious goals outlined in the Saudi Vision 2030 We are investing in talent digital solutions and new ways of working all designed to enhance our impact on patient outcomes and reinforce our leadership in therapeutic areas This dynamic environment calls for visionary agile professionals who thrive in change and are motivated to help shape the future of healthcare in KSA

ROLE SUMMARY

As we begin to build our position as a Rare Disease leader we seek a Rare Diseases Product Specialist to join our Commercial Team in KSA The Product Specialist is a full-time position responsible for generating clinical demand for our brands in key accounts pro-actively identifying business opportunities recommending solutions to drive and develop business and development of opinion leader commercial relationships The Product Specialist serves the region as an expert in their therapeutic area product and territory knowledge The role will work very closely with the Sales Manager to deploy and adapt the AZ account management strategy to the local market including tactics and execution The Product Specialist reports directly to the Sales Manager The Product Specialist will be responsible for generating clinical demand for Rare Disease medicines with healthcare professionals HCP pro-actively identifying new patient patients on therapy targets presenting value propositions and recommending patient-centric solutions In doing so this role will develop strategic and mutually beneficial relationships with the healthcare professionals HCP Key External Experts KEE and other stakeholders based on a deep scientific understanding of the rare disease and therapeutic solutions to identify the best opportunities for the assigned part of AZ s portfolio to deliver life-changing medicines to patients

What you’ll do

• Engages HCPs in dialogue to effectively promote the knowledge about rare disease medicines value proposition benefits of approved indications product efficacy safety profiles and treatment protocols to support on-label prescribing for appropriate patients using science-driven balanced messages and the appropriate mix of tools and channels both face-to-face and digital
• Pro-actively identifies new patient patients on therapy targets
• Consistently achieve or exceed sales objectives in the assigned region including accurate and timely tracking and reporting of sales activities
• Demonstrates strong in-depth clinical technical and scientific knowledge in relevant disease states and product mechanisms of action
• To improve the identification and diagnosis of patients and manage the market development objectives strategies tactics and action plans within the stated territory
• Increase disease awareness with key target groups
• To work with healthcare professionals to identify and test high risk patients for the relevant diseases
• Establish a key opinion leader KOL network
• Identify and develop KOLs within the territory
• Liaise with cross-functional medical marketing market access and diagnostic teams to develop long-term relationships and advocacy with KOLs HCP accounts and other appropriate external stakeholders
• Organizes workshops and other educational events to facilitate knowledge sharing among relevant HCPs
• Works with Sales Manager and or Franchise Manager to develop and implement a strategy and actions to meet promotional objectives
• Manages allocated budge Share s insights and information to strengthen brand positioning promotional efforts access to treatment etc
• Ensures rare disease products are optimally utilized in line with national local guidelines and the product license
• Demonstrate business ethics and ensure active respect of values business ethics local laws policies and Marketing procedures
• Ensure all activities and responsibilities are carried out in compliance with the high standards of ethics and integrity required by the Code of Conduct supporting Policies and Standards and Company Values to protect and enhance long term performance and reputation
• Other duties within the position’s scope as assigned by Line Manager

Only applications in KSA will be considered

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

Essential for the role

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.

Essential Capabilities:

• Internally: University degree, with a preference to Medical Sciences, Pharmacy.
• 2 years of experience in pharma, preferably in haematology/oncology, nephrology, rare disease, and/or critical care specialties are highly regarded.
• Proven track record for delivering consistent, top-tier sales results
• Strong influencing skills to engage key stakeholders in complex clinical environments, e.g., mid, and senior-level specialty care professionals, key accounts in the medical community
• Externally: University degree, with a preference to Medical Sciences, Pharmacy.
• Minimum 2 years of experience of the hospital business: preferably in niche markets/orphan drugs
• Experience in haematology/oncology, nephrology, rare disease, and/or critical care specialties are highly regarded.
• Experience working with an overall rare disease portfolio
• Proven track record for delivering consistent, top-tier sales results
• Sales experience in rare diseases preferred
• Experience in project management
• Passion for science and commitment to make a positive personal impact.
• Curiousness and learning agility
• Strong influencing skills to engage key stakeholders in complex clinical environments, e.g., mid, and senior-level specialty care professionals, key accounts in the medical community
• Proactive and solution oriented.
• Strong analytical skills
• Collaborative and inclusive
• High ethical standards