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Job Description
Are you looking for a patient-focused, innovation-driven company that will inspire you and empower you to shine? Join us as a Clinical Sales Specialist in our Birmingham, AL territory.
At Takeda, we are transforming the pharmaceutical industry through our R&D-driven market leadership and being a values-led company. To do this, we empower our people to realize their potential through life-changing work. Certified as a Global Top Employer, we offer stimulating careers, encourage innovation, and strive for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our global teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.
Here, you will be a vital contributor to our inspiring, bold mission.
As a Clinical Sales Specialist working on the Gastroenterology Specialty Sales Team, you will be empowered to drive product demand in targeted physician offices, key clinics and hospital accounts. Responsibilities include:
Researching prospective Health Care Professionals (HCPs) to identify the right customer stakeholders to present complex clinical and business information on products and services including Gastroenterologists HCPs and professional or patient groups.
Using insight and consultative selling techniques to teach HCPs about their industry and offer unique perspectives on their business, which link back to Takeda’s solutions.
Engaging in clinical discussions with HCPs to discuss patients’ needs, execute brand strategies and maximize sales growth within a specific geography. Coach customer stakeholders and build consensus for Takeda’s solutions within their organization.
Collaborating with partners on routing and resource utilization to maximize overall footprint performance.
Independently and collaboratively strategizing for solving deal-level challenges.
Attending all company-sponsored sales and medical meetings as directed by company management.
Actively pursuing continuous learning and professional development on efficient sales, communication and product knowledge training.
Performing company business in accordance with all regulations and policies and procedures. Demonstrate high ethical and professional standards at all times.
Strategically managing allocated resources provided including financial/budgets, managed markets, medical affairs, home office, etc.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Required:
Bachelors’ degree
5 years direct selling experience to healthcare professionals in the pharmaceutical, biotech, device or healthcare industry that has included
Ability to discuss therapeutic strategies to inform and influence decision makers
Ability to successfully develop and apply clinical and business expertise, and effective selling skills
Preferred:
Execution of marketing strategies at the local level
Demonstrated business and strategic planning skills to identify unique selling opportunities and adaptability to changing market conditions
Demonstrated understanding of managed care landscape and how it influences/impacts business
Strong verbal, influencing, presentation and written communication skills
Strong collaboration skills and success working in teams
Reside within or close proximity to assigned geography
Experience with injectable/infused IBD (Inflammatory Bowel Disorder) products
Experience with managing and communicating complex reimbursement issues
Biological product launch experience
Experience in calling on Gastroenterologists
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:
Valid Driver’s License
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to drive and/or fly to meetings and client sites
Some overnight travel required – 25-50%, depending on geographic assignment. Cities within the territory include Huntsville, Birmingham, Tuscaloosa, and Montgomery.
WHAT TAKEDA CAN OFFER YOU:
401(k) with company match and Annual Retirement Contribution Plan
Tuition reimbursement
Company match of charitable contributions
Health & Wellness programs including onsite flu shots and health screenings
Generous time off for vacation and the option to purchase additional vacation days
Community Outreach Programs
Empowering Our People to Shine
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This job posting excludes CO applicants.
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