Pharmaceutical Sales Specialist, CVRM Specialty – Detroit, MI

About the role

AstraZeneca turns ideas into life-changing medicines by thinking big and working together to make the impossible a reality. We focus on science that addresses unmet patient needs worldwide and commit to areas where we can truly change the course of medicine. We also take bold action on climate through our Ambition Zero Carbon program, including a fully electric vehicle fleet by the end of 2025.

As a Senior Pharmaceutical Sales Specialist on the Specialty Care Team, you will leverage our scientific capabilities to positively impact patients’ lives.

Accountabilities

• Develop and demonstrate strong knowledge of clinical disease states and treatment guidelines.
• Effectively communicate product information to healthcare professionals to influence prescribing behavior.
• Execute call plans and brand strategy by translating data into actionable insights.
• Build and maintain working relationships with healthcare professionals.
• Drive portfolio demand performance through meaningful customer interactions across multiple channels, including digital platforms and face-to-face engagements.
• Demonstrate openness to new ideas and seek innovative approaches to sales and customer engagement.

Essential Skills/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree
• 2+ years of demonstrated sales or commercial experience, or a combination of pharmaceutical, healthcare, scientific, clinical, institutional, or related industry experience
• A valid driver’s license and safe driving record

Essential Skills and Capabilities

• Customer Engagement: Commitment to improving patient outcomes through effective engagement with healthcare professionals.
• Advanced Sales Techniques: Experience with advanced sales techniques and strategies tailored to specialty care markets.
• Clinical Acumen: Strong understanding of clinical trial data and the ability to communicate complex scientific information clearly.
• Business Acumen: Ability to conduct detailed market analysis and leverage insights for strategic planning.

Desirable Skills/Experience

• Therapeutic area experience
• Specialization in clinical setting
• Sales experience