Pharmaceutical Sales Specialist - R&I Primary Care - Santa Clarita, CA

Scorpion Therapeutics; United States; Remote; USD 74,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company seeks a Pharmaceutical Sales Specialist to impact patient lives positively. The role requires strong customer relationship skills, adaptability, and the ability to analyze data to drive sales strategies. Join a mission-driven team focused on innovative healthcare solutions.

Benefits

401(k) plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage

Qualifications

• 0 - 2+ years of demonstrated Sales or B2B, or Commercial experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop knowledge of clinical disease states and treatment guidelines.
• Communicate product information to healthcare professionals.
• Build relationships with Primary Care healthcare professionals.

Skills

Customer Focus

Business Acumen

Technical Aptitude

Adaptability

Collaborative

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

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AstraZeneca: Turning Ideas into Life-Changing Medicines

At AstraZeneca, we turn ideas into life-changing medicines. Working here means thinking big and working together to make the impossible a reality. We’re focused on the potential of science to address the unmet needs of patients around the world. We commit to those areas where we think we can really change the course of medicine and bring big new ideas to life.

Climate Commitment

At AstraZeneca, we are taking bold action on climate because we recognize the connection between healthy people and a healthy planet. As part of our flagship Ambition Zero Carbon program, we have committed to a fully electric vehicle (EV) fleet by the end of 2025, which means that all our drivers will be assigned an EV.

Role Overview

As a Pharmaceutical Sales Specialist for the Primary Care Team, you’ll play a pivotal role in channeling our scientific capabilities to make a positive impact on changing patients’ lives!

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Accountabilities

• Develop and demonstrate knowledge of clinical disease states and treatment guidelines.
• Effectively communicate product information to healthcare professionals.
• Execute call plans and Brand Strategy by translating data to actionable insights.
• Adapt to and demonstrate a thorough understanding of AZ Selling Model.
• Analyze data and trends to build insightful and actionable business plans for your assigned sales territory.
• Build relationships and credibility with Primary Care healthcare professionals to effectively position products by establishing unmet needs, clinical differentiation, and fair balance of our Brands.
• Leverage multiple channels including digital platforms and face-to-face engagements to drive meaningful customer interactions.
• Open to receiving guidance and seek insights for growth and development.

Essential Skills/Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 0 - 2+ years of demonstrated Sales or B2B, or Commercial experience
• A valid driver’s license and safe driving record

Essential Skills And Capabilities

• Customer Focus: Strong customer relationship management skills with the ability to understand and address customer needs.
• Business Acumen: Ability to analyze and interpret complex data to develop strategic sales plans.
• Technical Aptitude: Proficiency in using digital tools and platforms to engage with healthcare professionals.
• Adaptability: Flexibility and adaptability to changing market conditions and customer needs.
• Collaborative: Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Desirable Skills/Experience

• Experience selling to general practitioners (GPs) and primary care centers
• In-depth understanding of the healthcare industry and primary care operations

Our Mission

At AstraZeneca, we are on a journey to bring life-saving medicines to patients. Our role in contributing to decreasing mortality rates globally is clear. We shape the future by spotting scientifically-led commercial opportunities and acting now to operationalize and scale them. Driven by the solutions we bring to the healthcare ecosystem, we make an impact at every step of the patient journey, improving their experience and outcomes. Our team thrives on energy and pace, constantly thinking big to answer new challenges. We lead Commercial to provide solutions that make a difference, improving our patients' experience and health outcomes.

Next Steps – Apply Today!

To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please complete the full application on our website at your earliest convenience – it is the only way that our Recruiter and Hiring Manager can know that you feel well qualified for this opportunity. If you know someone who would be a great fit, please share this posting with them.

Compensation and Benefits

The annual base salary (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position ranges from $74,700-$140,700. However, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (salaried roles) or to receive a retirement contribution (hourly roles). Benefits offered included a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Additional details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.