Hemolytic Anemia Sales Specialist (DMV)

Kinsley Power Systems; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 157,000 - 236,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium benefits package

Competitive compensation

Professional development

Job summary

Agios Pharmaceuticals is seeking a dynamic Hemolytic Anemia Sales Specialist to join our growing Rare Genetic Diseases sales team. The HAS will raise awareness of PKD and Thalassemia, report to a Regional Business Director, Rare Genetic Diseases, and drive earlier diagnosis and treatment initiation with Pyrukynd and Aqvesme.

You will develop integrated territory plans, collaborate with field teams and marketing, build relationships with key hematology/oncology HCPs, and work toward revenue

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of rare disease sales experience.
• Experience building disease awareness and launching therapies.
• Strong clinical knowledge including diagnostics and genetics.
• Proven cross-functional collaboration with marketing and medical affairs.

Responsibilities

• Own geography as territory business owner to raise HCP awareness of PKD.
• Increase awareness and initiate treatment for Thalassemia post-approval.
• Develop integrated geographic plan with clear prioritization.
• Coordinate with field teams and marketing to align objectives.
• Build relationships with key customers and Hematology/Oncology HCPs.
• Drive revenue objectives while monitoring performance metrics.
• Ensure compliant use of corporate resources.
• Represent Agios professionally at meetings and conferences.

Skills

Rare Disease sales experience

Hematology/Oncology sales experience

Cross-functional collaboration

Clinical knowledge (diagnostics/genet

Customer-focused mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Science degree preferred

Job description

Hemolytic Anemia Sales Specialist (DMV)

At Agios, we are fueled by connections to transform rare diseases. We foster an inclusive, collaborative culture – one that sparks bold thinking and strengthens our connections with each other and with the rare disease communities we serve. We embrace diverse backgrounds with respect, active listening, and a commitment to inclusion – because our differences shape how we hire, collaborate, and innovate. Our team’s proven track record of executional excellence, combined with our depth of expertise and dedication, enables us to develop innovative medicines that reflect the priorities of rare disease communities. Our commitment is more than scientific – it’s deeply personal, grounded in the meaningful connections we have built. To learn more, visit www.agios.com and follow Agios on LinkedIn and X.

Who we are:

At Agios, we are fueled by connections to transform rare diseases. We foster an inclusive, collaborative culture – one that sparks bold thinking and strengthens our connections with each other and with the rare disease communities we serve. We embrace diverse backgrounds with respect, active listening, and a commitment to inclusion – because our differences shape how we hire, collaborate, and innovate. Our team’s proven track record of executional excellence, combined with our depth of expertise and dedication, enables us to develop innovative medicines that reflect the priorities of rare disease communities. Our commitment is more than scientific – it’s deeply personal, grounded in the meaningful connections we have built. To learn more, visit www.agios.com and follow Agios on LinkedIn and X.

The impact you will make:

Agios Pharmaceuticals is searching for a dynamic Hemolytic Anemia Sales Specialist to join our growing sales team. We want someone who cares about this important work, and who’s driven to connect to our mission of helping these patient communities. The Hemolytic Anemia Specialist (HAS) will report to a Regional Business Director, Rare Genetic Diseases, and will be responsible for raising awareness of Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency (PKD) along with Thalassemia to drive earlier differential diagnosis for patients with Hereditary Hemolytic Anemias. The HAS will have territory level goals and will be creating demand leading to HCPs initiating their Adult PK Deficiency patients on Pyrukynd (mitapivat). Additionally, the HAS will be responsible for driving demand for HCPs to initiate adult Thalassemia patients on the newly approved product Aqvesme (mitapivat).

What you will do:

• As a Hemolytic Anemia Specialist, you are the territory business owner with a focus on increasing HCPs awareness of Pyruvate Kinase Deficiency and PKD patient diagnoses across your geography
• With the December 23rd approval of Aqvesme for adults with Thalassemia, you will be responsible for raising awareness and initiating treatment in patients with Thalassemia.
• Develop an integrated plan for your geography reflecting deep analysis and clear prioritization
• Work with all field teams and marketing to ensure alignment on objectives, strategies, and communication
• Develop relationships with key customers and continue to build knowledge of the hemolytic anemia marketplace
• Collaborate with Regional Medical Affairs and Market Access colleagues to ensure seamless field coordination and customer/patient support
• Drive commercial team performance to get treatment to patients and deliver on revenue objectives while continuously assessing performance metrics and adjusting strategies and plans to achieve
• Develop strong internal and external relationships to enable appropriate, compliant business partnerships
• Ensure appropriate and compliant utilization of approved corporate, promotional and other resources to facilitate customer engagements
• Represent Agios positively and professionally at company meetings and conferences, ensuring your activities are compliant with laws, regulations, policies and guidelines
• Achieve or exceed sales forecasts and targets, within budget
• Lead ad-hoc initiatives to contribute to the business as requested

What you bring:

• Bachelor’s degree required, Scientific degree a plus
• Proven track record of success in Rare Disease sales; minimum 5 years’ experience in rare disease. Hematology/Oncology sales experience preferred
• Experience in building disease awareness and launching first in class therapies
• Demonstrated business acumen with account management skills
• Deep clinical knowledge expertise, including diagnostics and genetics.
• Previous cross functional collaboration with internal stakeholders including marketing, medical affairs, market access, patient services, and sales operations
• Demonstrated knowledge of the payer and clinical landscape, especially in specialty & rare diseases
• Results-oriented with ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and drive results
• Strong, resourceful, self-starter with an innovative mindset and ability to develop and execute new business solutions
• Extraordinary commitment to customer experience and standards of excellence
• Willingness to travel extensively across large geographies
• Established relationships with Hematology/Oncology HCPs within designated geography strongly preferred
• Prior experience launching rare disease products strongly preferred
• Experience leading regional and/or national initiatives strongly preferred

At Agios, we value each other’s differences and recognize that teams thrive when everyone brings their unique experiences to the table. We are dedicated to building an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible environment where all employees can bring their whole selves to work.

Travel Requirements:

Both virtual or in-person meetings are facilitated as needed and appropriate. Travel requirement will be an average of 50-60% within the territory.

Work Location:

Location Specific – Field/Remote: This is a remote based field position. Employees in field roles must reside within their designated territory. Regular conversations with manager is encouraged to ensure alignment on in-person presence/expectations. Travel may be required commensurate with the above job description and/or to attend team meetings and other company events.

What we will give you:

• Deliberate Development. Your professional growth as one of our top priorities.
• Flexibility. We’re all about individual needs. We embrace different perspectives, work styles, health and wellness approaches, care of families and productivity. When you’re at your best, we’re at our best.
• Premium benefits package. We invest in the health, well-being, and security of our people with a premium benefits package that is well-rounded and flexible to help meet the varied personal and professional needs of every member of our team. For more detail on the benefits we offer at Agios, visit Inside Agios section of our website.
• Competitive and equitable performance-based compensation. This includes base salary and both short- and long-term incentives that are connected to our business strategy and vary based on individual and company performance.
  • The current base salary range for this position is expected to be between $157,013 and $235,520 annualized; final salary will be determined based on various factors including, but not limited to, years of relevant experience, job knowledge, skills and proficiency, degree/education, and internal comparators.
• Psychological safety. We support an environment of fearlessness. We want you to share your ideas, speak candidly and take data-informed risks to help push the boundaries.
• Commitment to diversity. We strive to foster a welcoming workplace where everyone can thrive. We’re continuously looking to improve the inclusivity of our workforce.
• Commitment to community. We’re an active participant in the communities that surround us – the communities where we live, and the community of people and their loved ones in need of better treatment options for conditions that are often overlooked.

Interested in learning more about what makes our culture unique? Visit the Inside Agios section of our website.