Key Account Manager Vaccines – Skåne

Merck; United States; Remote; USD 53,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A global biopharmaceutical company seeks a Key Account Manager for Vaccines in Sweden. In this role, you will develop strategic accounts and engage with healthcare providers to improve public health initiatives. Candidates should have a degree in relevant fields, experience in pharmaceuticals, and must be fluent in Swedish and English. A stimulating environment awaits where you can make a real impact on healthcare.

Qualifications

• Degree in Business, Sales/Marketing, medicine, pharmacy, or life sciences.
• More than 3 years of work experience in a customer-facing role in pharmaceuticals.
• LIF certification required.
• Strong understanding of the Swedish healthcare system.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Fluency in Swedish and English is mandatory.
• Strategic thinker with a proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Establish and lead relationships with healthcare professionals.
• Develop and execute strategic account plans.
• Organize and participate in educational events and workshops.
• Monitor key metrics and adjust strategies.
• Collaborate with internal teams for cohesive customer engagement.

Skills

Customer engagement

Account strategy development

Cross-functional collaboration

Excellent communication skills

Fluency in Swedish

Fluency in English

Education

Degree in Business or relevant fields

Job description

Job Description

Key Account Manager Vaccines – Skåne

Are you passionate about making an impact on public health in Sweden? We are looking for a driven Key Account Manager (KAM) to join our Vaccines Business Unit. In this field-based role, you will develop and execute strategic account plans, build strong relationships with various healthcare providers and drive the uptake of our vaccine portfolio. Your key focus will be on vaccination initiatives for HPV-related and pneumococcal diseases.

Your district will cover southern Sweden (Skåne, Halland, Kronoberg, Blekinge, Kalmar) and candidates must therefore reside in one of these regions to effectively engage with local healthcare providers.

Key Responsibilities

• Customer engagement: Establish and lead trusted relationships with relevant healthcare professionals, understanding their needs and challenges, and developing services and solutions to overcome these.
• Account strategy: Develop and execute strategic account plans based on in-depth understanding of market trends and customer needs to drive growth and enhance customer engagement and satisfaction.
• Organize and participate in educational events, workshops, and seminars to share insights about our vaccine portfolio, latest recommendations, and emerging trends, helping others understand the vaccination landscape better.
• Performance Tracking: Monitor key metrics and adjust strategies to achieve business objectives and maximize impact with a data-driven approach.
• Cross-functional collaboration: Work closely with internal teams to ensure a cohesive approach to customer engagement and brand access.

Qualifications

• Degree in Business (Sales/Marketing) or other relevant fields (e.g., medicine, pharmacy, life sciences).
• Preferably > 3 years of work experience from a customer-facing role within the pharmaceutical sector.
• LIF certification required.
• Strong understanding of the Swedish healthcare system, specifically in primary care.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills with the ability to convey ideas and information effectively to diverse audiences.
• Fluency in Swedish and English is mandatory.
• Strategic thinker with a proactive, self-motivated and self-going approach.
• Excellent collaboration skills and a flexible mindset.

Why Work With Us?

At our company, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of healthcare in Sweden. We offer a stimulating work environment where you can make a real difference in public health. You will collaborate with dedicated colleagues who share your passion for improving the quality of life for people in Sweden.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.