LSD Regional Business Manager - Kansas City

Takeda; United States; Remote; USD 138,000 - 191,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Regional Business Manager to drive awareness and education around Lysosomal Storage Disorders. This role focuses on building relationships with healthcare professionals to facilitate early diagnosis and treatment, leveraging strong communication and analytical skills. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in sales within the healthcare sector and the ability to collaborate with diverse teams. Join a forward-thinking organization that is committed to transforming patient care through innovative solutions and comprehensive support.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Benefits

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Incentives

Employee Benefits

Qualifications

• 5+ years of direct selling experience in healthcare industries.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage business activities to achieve sales goals in the LSD market.
• Educate HCPs on Lysosomal Storage Disorders and treatment options.

Skills

Communication Skills

Data Analysis

Consultative Selling

Analytical Capabilities

CRM Technical Skills

Organizational Skills

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Excel

CRM Systems

Data Analysis Tools

Job description

Our strong legacy in LSD is guided by our patient-first approach, ensuring each patient we serve is valued and supported during their journey. We understand the importance of a timely and accurate diagnosis, and are committed to supporting the diagnostic journey and increasing equitable access to care. Because symptoms can vary and progress differently from person to person, we aim to empower patients, HCPs, caregivers, and impacted communities with comprehensive support and resources to meet their evolving needs.

Regional Business Manager LSD

The Regional Business Manager (RBM) for LSD is responsible for leveraging strong communication and interpersonal skills, analyzing data, and translating insights into actionable strategies to assist healthcare professionals (HCPs) in the early diagnosis of patients within the rare metabolic space. The RBM will establish impactful relationships with physicians and accounts within their geographic area by providing scientific data and in-depth knowledge of the Takeda Rare Disease portfolio, focusing on Lysosomal Storage Disorder products.

Through strategic data analysis and business planning, the RBM collaborates with multidisciplinary healthcare providers and internal stakeholders to provide educational resources and tools necessary for early patient diagnosis and treatment. The RBM will educate and raise awareness about specific Lysosomal Storage Disorders, Gaucher Disease, and Hunter's Syndrome (MPS II), including signs, symptoms, and differential diagnosis processes, and inform on Takeda treatment options. When appropriate, the RBM partners with cross-functional teams to integrate resources and facilitate therapy for patients.

How You Will Contribute :

1. Manage all business-related activities within their geographic responsibility, including achieving sales goals through executing brand strategies. Focus on target physicians seeing patients with LSD and educating healthcare providers for early diagnosis and treatment.
2. Develop in-depth business plans in partnership with regional counterparts, allocating appropriate disease state and product education across their geography.
3. Engage with customers to create disease state awareness within multidisciplinary healthcare specialties, enhancing the LSD business and supporting product portfolios.
4. Educate HCPs on Lysosomal Storage Disorders, Gaucher Disease, and Hunter's Syndrome, including signs, symptoms, differential diagnosis, and treatment options.
5. Collaborate with the LSD cross-functional team and internal partners to coordinate efforts, maximize impact, and improve business outcomes.
6. Analyze market data to identify opportunities and prioritize efforts, considering regional healthcare market and patient dynamics.
7. Attend conferences and exhibits to raise disease state awareness; plan and execute disease state and product programs using approved vendors.
8. Motivate and partner with extended team members to improve performance, fostering engagement and accountability.
9. Prioritize US LSD-approved sales leads and tactics with stakeholders to optimize customer engagement and account outcomes.

Minimum Requirements / Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree or higher.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary internal and external teams.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• At least 5 years of direct selling experience to healthcare professionals in pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device, or related healthcare industries.
• Strong marketplace acumen.
• Experience with rare diseases and/or complex sales models.
• Proven success and strategic territory management skills.
• Experience with biotech, biologics, and specialty pharmacy preferred.
• Knowledge of payer access and reimbursement issues at regional, state, and local levels.
• Experience managing complex reimbursement issues.

Key Skills

• Experience in a highly regulated marketplace.
• Excellent questioning and exploratory skills during customer calls.
• Technical skills in Excel, CRM, and data analysis.
• Consultative selling and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical capabilities.
• Experience with group presentations and teamwork.
• Adaptability in a fluid, growing environment.
• Ability to work independently and thrive in unstructured settings.

Travel Requirements :

• Reside within the territory.
• Work evenings and weekends as needed.
• Extensive travel (up to 50%).
• Must have authorization to drive a company vehicle or rental.

More About Us :

Takeda is transforming patient care through novel pharmaceuticals and patient support programs. We foster an inclusive, innovative, and collaborative workplace dedicated to delivering Better Health and a Brighter Future globally.

Compensation & Benefits :

We offer a competitive salary range of $138,400 to $190,300, with potential incentives, comprehensive health benefits, 401(k), paid time off, and other employee benefits. Actual compensation depends on experience, skills, education, and location.