Key Account Manager - Immunology and Gene Therapy - Minneapolis Territory
The Blue Venture Fund · Minneapolis, MN · 1 mo ago
Business DevelopmentFull-time
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Key Account Manager to join our EVERSANA/Precigen Sales Team. The ideal candidate will have an excellent track record of selling in the specialty medicine/rare disease setting and a minimum of 5 years of experience with Integrated Delivery Networks (IDNs), Academic Medical Centers, buy and bill products, P&T committees, and 340B institutions. In addition, understanding of the hospital formulary/decision making process is essential. This position requires effective communication, relationship-building, and networking skills. A strategic and analytical approach to the business is necessary to effectively promote and sell our products in the hospital setting.
Responsibilities
- Deliver against sales targets and drive business growth
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders within hospitals, including physicians, pharmacists, hospital administrators, and formulary committees
- Utilize knowledge of IDNs and Academic Medical Centers to navigate the complex healthcare landscape and maximize product access
- Assist HCP champions and health system leaders in operationalizing a paradigm shifting treatment for RRP patients within their healthcare system
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, sales, market access and medical affairs, to develop and implement effective sales strategies and promotional materials
- Stay up to date with the latest clinical data, treatment guidelines, and market trends to provide accurate and timely information to healthcare professionals
- Conduct product presentations, educational programs, and in-service training for healthcare professionals to increase awareness and understanding of our pharmaceutical products
- Assist hospitals in the onboarding and formulary approval process by providing necessary documentation, clinical data, and value propositions to secure product inclusion
- Monitor and analyze market trends, competitor activities, and customer feedback to identify opportunities and challenges, and adjust sales strategies accordingly
- Provide feedback to internal teams on customer needs, market dynamics, and competitor insights to support product development and commercialization efforts
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of sales activities, customer interactions, and product inventory using appropriate CRM tools
- Develop local, regional and national KOLs in assigned territory
- Build comprehensive account plans for top targeted IDN's that will serve to drive strategic focus
- Ability to travel – up to 40% of the time
- All other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific or business field
- Minimum of 5 years of pharmaceutical sales experience in a hospital and large IDN selling environment
- Strong understanding of IDNs, Buy & Bill, 340B, and the hospital formulary approval process
- Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship skills
- Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with healthcare professionals and key decision-makers
- Demonstrated track record of achieving sales targets and driving business growth
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work independently and effectively in a team-oriented environment
- Proficiency in using CRM software and other sales productivity tools
- Valid driver's license clear of violations meeting our MVR criteria
Preferred Qualifications
- In-depth knowledge of oncology treatments, therapeutic areas, and emerging trends in oncology, and cell and gene therapy are preferred
- Experience in ENT/Otolaryngology experience preferred
- Understanding of ultra-cold chain distribution is preferred