Senior Pharmaceutical Sales Specialist, Respiratory Specialty Care - Syracuse NY

AstraZeneca turns ideas into life-changing medicines. We’re focused on the potential of science to address the unmet needs of patients around the world and committed to areas where we can change the course of medicine. As part of our Ambition Zero Carbon program, we’re transitioning to a fully electric vehicle (EV) fleet by the end of 2025. Our ambition is to transform Respiratory & Immunology (R&I) care, moving beyond symptom control to disease modification, remission, and cure. We thrive in an inclusive culture where people feel appreciated, developed, and connected.

As a Senior Pharmaceutical Sales Specialist for the Respiratory Specialty Care Team, you’ll channel our scientific capabilities to positively impact patients’ lives. Territory includes Syracuse, Utica, Binghamton, Elmira, and Watertown.

Responsibilities

• Develop and demonstrate strong in-depth knowledge of clinical disease states and current treatment guidelines to effectively support and inform healthcare professionals.
• Communicate product information to healthcare professionals to positively influence prescribing behavior.
• Execute call plans and Brand Strategy by translating complex data into actionable insights, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and market needs.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with healthcare professionals, fostering trust and ongoing engagement.
• Drive portfolio demand performance through meaningful customer interactions, primarily face-to-face, while leveraging digital platforms to reach customers.
• Collaborate across sales teams and cross-functional teams to align strategies.
• Demonstrate a growth mindset, seeking innovative approaches to sales and customer engagement, and continuously improving strategies and outcomes.
• Maintain a focus on the patient by aligning sales strategies with the goal of improving patient outcomes and healthcare experiences through effective product utilization.

Requirements

• 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.

Skills

• Clinical Acumen
• Business Acumen
• Customer Engagement
• Growth & Innovation Mindset

Qualifications

• Therapeutic area experience (desirable).
• Specialization in a clinical setting (desirable).
• Sales experience (desirable).

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Pay

The annual base pay for this position ranges from $107,172 to $216,553. Eligibility for various incentives includes short-term incentive bonuses, equity-based awards for salaried roles, and commissions for sales roles.

Benefits

• Qualified retirement programs.
• Paid time off (vacation, holiday, and leaves).
• Health, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with applicable plans.