What are the responsibilities and job description for the Multi-Specialty Portfolio Specialist (Kansas City E, MO) position at Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.?
Sumitomo Pharma Co., Ltd. is a global pharmaceutical company based in Japan with key operations in the U.S. (Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.), Canada (Sumitomo Pharma Canada, Inc.) and Europe (Sumitomo Pharma Switzerland GmbH) focused on addressing patient needs in oncology, urology, women's health, rare diseases, psychiatry & neurology, and cell & gene therapies. With several marketed products in the U.S., Canada, and Europe, a diverse pipeline of early- to late-stage assets, and in-house advanced technology capabilities, we aim to accelerate discovery, research, and development to bring novel therapies to patients sooner. For more information on SMPA, visit our website
https://www.us.sumitomo-pharma.com
Summary Description
We are currently seeking a dynamic, highly motivated, and experienced individual for the position of Multi-Specialty Portfolio Specialist.
In this field-based role, the Multi-Specialty Portfolio Specialist will focus on achieving sales goals within the women’s health therapeutic area in an assigned geographic territory. This individual will have a proven record of success within specialty biopharmaceuticals. They will be highly collaborative, tactical, energetic and thrive in a nimble, start-up organization. The Multi-Specialty Portfolio Specialist, will demonstrate a sense of urgency to prepare and successfully execute a new product launch plan for their assigned geography. The Multi-Specialty Portfolio Specialist, will drive results that are consistent with the company’s goals, mission, and values.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Deliver Results
- Consistently meet or exceed sales objectives by leading and implementing effective sales strategy in an ethical and compliant manner
- Demonstrates resilience and consistent ability overcome obstacles to achieve objectives
- Consistently demonstrate SMPA Values
Business Planning and Execution
- Develop and execute an effective business plan aligned to sales strategy to achieve sales results
- Prioritize and call on the appropriate customers at the optimal frequency to change prescribing behaviors
- Demonstrate effective pre-call planning prior to HCP engagements to establish a clear purpose for the sales call
Impactful Selling
- Move customers along the adoption continuum by driving market share growth
- Demonstrate two-way dialogue with customer interactions by employing selling skills to generate dialogue, identify customer needs and active listening
- Effectively utilize patient type selling with approved messaging and resources
Infinite Mindset
- Deploy growth mindset daily
- Focus on opportunities not limitations
- Expect success
Key Core Competencies
- Has a proven, consistent track record of exceeding sales goals in assigned geography.
- Proven to be successful in all aspects of selling, i.e., clinical expertise, selling skills, and an in-depth understanding of the local ecosystem.
- Understands, analyzes, and effectively presents scientific/technical details and marketing materials.
- Proficient knowledge and understanding of the payer landscape including commercial, Medicaid, and Medicare.
- Demonstrates ability to analyze complex data to develop strategic and actionable business plans to deliver sales results.
- Candidates must have excellent communication & organizational skills and be proficient with technology platforms and business hardware/software.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree is required, preferably in Business or Life Sciences. MBA or pursuance of one, is preferred.
- 2 years of pharmaceutical sales experience is required and a demonstrated mastery of product and disease state knowledge.
- Travel within territory is required, which may include both car and overnight air travel depending upon territory.
- Some national travel to corporate headquarters, training, product theaters and sales meetings is required on a periodic basis.
- Work hours may include meetings scheduled outside of normal working hours.
The base salary range for this role is $108,000 to $135,000. Base salary is part of our total rewards package which also includes the opportunity for merit-based salary increases, short incentive plan participation, eligibility for our 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances and leaves provided in line with your work state. Our robust time-off policy includes unlimited paid time off, 11 paid holidays plus additional time off for a shut-down period during the last week of December, 80 hours of paid sick time upon hire and each year thereafter. Total compensation, including base salary to be offered, will depend on elements unique to each candidate, including candidate experience, skills, education, and other factors permitted by law.
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
Confidential Data: All information (written, verbal, electronic, etc.) that an employee encounters is considered confidential.
Compliance :Achieve and maintain Compliance with all applicable regulatory, legal and operational rules and procedures, by ensuring that all plans and activities for and on behalf of Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) and affiliates are carried out with the "best" industry practices and the highest ethical standards.
Mental/Physical Requirements: Fast paced environment handling multiple demands. Must be able to exercise appropriate judgment as necessary. Requires a high level of initiative and independence. Excellent written and oral communication skills required. Requires ability to use a personal computer for extended periods of time.
Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) is an
Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) is committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.
Our Vision and Culture
At Sumitomo Pharma America, our work is guided by the Sumitomo Pharma mission, vision and values, which tie closely to our company’s cultural pillars.
Our Mission
To broadly contribute to society through value creation based on innovative research and development activities for the betterment of healthcare and fuller lives of people worldwide
Our Vision
For Longer and Healthier Lives, we unlock the future with cutting edge technology and ideas
Salary : $108,000 - $135,000
