District Sales Manager - IgG4-Rare Disease (West)

Amgen; California; Hybrid; USD 188,000 - 254,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual bonus

Stock-based incentives

Flexible work models

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Amgen seeks a District Sales Manager for IgG4-RD to lead a team of Specialty Account Managers, drive market penetration, and deliver on sales goals through cross-functional collaboration and data-driven strategy.

The role emphasizes leadership, regulatory compliance, and high-impact messaging with a strong focus on rare disease products and buy-and-bill expertise. 80% travel and flexible work arrangements are expected.

Qualifications

• Doctorate or Master's or Bachelor's with required sales/marketing experience and leadership background.
• Experience managing people and/or leading teams, projects or resources.
• Proven track record in rare disease or specialty pharma preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead area geography and a team of SAMs to ensure market penetration.
• Develop strategic action plans and drive execution to meet IgG4-RD sales goals.
• Collaborate across divisions and manage resources, training and coaching.
• Represent Amgen at regional and national trade shows and sales meetings.

Skills

Sales/Marketing experience

Managerial experience

Interpersonal skills

Verbal/written communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Doctorate degree

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Buy-and-bill experience

Job description

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you will play an important role in leading a team of Specialty Account Managers in the IgG4-RD space.* Leads area geography and team of specialty account managers (SAMs) to ensure market penetration by analyzing and understanding market dynamics and data, setting related strategic action plans and excellence in execution in order to ensure that sales goals are achieved within the IgG4-RD 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/data, cross functional partners, marketing tools, etc.* Builds business strategy and strategic impact in line with corporate and therapeutic area goals.* Manages administrative duties, ongoing learning of self and team members, operational expenses, program funding, etc.* Ensures that team members operate within regulatory guidelines in all aspects of promotion, program implementation and product compliance.* Ensures the team is trained and prepared to maximize business/sales potential, and that the product message is crisp, clear and consistently delivered with high impact.* Achieves organizational sales goal volume, proper target reach / frequency objectives as well as other relevant KPIs related to excellence in execution.* Establishes a productive work environment by creating trust and respect within the broader national IgG4-RD sales team and establishes self as a business partner across the business unit.* Must be able to work closely with and effectively collaborate across all divisions within the business unit 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 IgG4-RD space.* Fosters informative flow of insights and delivers influential messages that gain support for initiatives.* Develops and communicates a professional growth plan for self and team members.* Continually educates self and team on IgG4-RD 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.* Weekly ride-along’s with written feedback and coaching of respective team members.* 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. **Win****What we expect of you**We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The District Sales Manager – IgG4-RD professional we seek is a motivated professional with these qualifications. **Basic Qualifications:** Doctorate degree AND 2 years of Sales/Marketing experienceORMaster's degree AND 6 years of Sales/Marketing experienceORBachelor'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:*** Minimum of 4+ years sales management or 8+ years pharma/account management experience in rare disease.* Sales experience in biologics, infusion, and/or rare/specialty products preferred.* Rare Disease experience preferred.* Buy-and-bill experience preferred.* Experience working with institutions and integrated delivery networks preferred.* Requires approximately 80% travel, 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 TalentAccountability* Drives Results* Ensures Accountability* Decision QualityTransparency* Courage* Collaboration* Instills Trust ## **Thrive**## **What you can expect of us**As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of 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 that may include:* A 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* Flexible work models, including remote and hybrid work arrangements, where possible ## Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.## **careers.amgen.com**In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.## **Application deadline**Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.**Sponsorship**Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.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..**Salary Range**187,550.80USD -253,745.20 USD