Sales Account Manager, Oncology (Washington DC)

Sumitomo Pharma Co., Ltd., is a global pharmaceutical company based in Japan with operations in the U.S. (Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.), focused on addressing patient needs in oncology, urology, women's health, rare diseases, cell & gene therapies and CNS. With several marketed products and a diverse pipeline of early- to late-stage investigational assets, 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 or follow us on LinkedIn.

Job Overview

We are currently seeking a dynamic, highly motivated, and experienced individual for the position of Sales Account Manager, Oncology (Washington DC). In this field-based role, the Prostate Cancer Sales Specialist will focus on achieving sales goals within the prostate cancer therapeutic category in assigned geographic territory. This individual will have a proven record of success in urology and/or medical oncology and will be highly collaborative, tactical, energetic and thrive in a nimble, start-up organization.  The Prostate Cancer Sales Specialist will demonstrate a sense of urgency to prepare and successfully execute a new product launch plan for their assigned geography.  The Prostate Cancer Sales Specialist will drive results through the sales team that is consistent with the company’s goals, mission, and values.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensures a successful outcome of product launch plans and achievement of territory sales objectives through execution of Brand Plan of Action strategies and tactics.
• Maintains excellent working relationships with all customer key stakeholders including medical oncology, urology providers, radiation oncologists, medical groups, patient advocacy groups, and all support staff for prostate cancer treatment.
• Becomes an expert in product information and effectively verbalizes clinically relevant and approved messaging to all stakeholders.
• Drives product demand through clinically meaningful and interactive dialogue with HCPs, a thorough understanding of the prostate cancer patient journey, product knowledge and expertise, and use of all approved educational resources.
• Creates and implements an effective territory business plan to guide strategy, tactics and track progress.
• Monitors and assesses competitive sales activity in the market. Shares information and makes recommendations to leadership.
• Partners with Regional Sales Directors, Marketing, Training and Development, Commercial Operations, Market Access team and other internal stakeholders to effectively execute the launch plan.
• Acts in compliance with SMPA commercial compliance policy, all applicable federal and state laws and guidance relating to product promotion and information dissemination including, but not limited to, the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, the Food and Drug Administration’s implementing regulations, the Federal Anti-Kickback Statute, the False Claims Act, PhRMA, Corporate Code of Business Conduct and the Office of the Inspector General’s Compliance Program Guidance for Pharmaceutical Manufacturers.

Key Core Competencies

• Has a proven, consistent track record of exceeding sales goals in assigned geography.
• Proven to be successful in all respects of selling, i.e. technical knowledge, sales techniques, interpreting/analyzing data, and has an in-depth understanding of the medical oncology and/or urology space.
• Understands, analyzes and effectively presents scientific/technical details and marketing materials.
• Proficiency in virtual/remote customer access and interactions.
• Demonstrated proficiency in leveraging technology platforms and business hardware/software.
• Experience with total office calls, including ability to confidently and compliantly discuss various practice business drivers such as GPO contracts, IDN influence, reimbursement and copay implications.
• Knowledge and understanding of payer mix, reimbursement environment, and distribution influence in assigned territory.

Education and Experience

• Candidates will possess a BA or BS degree, preferably in life sciences or business administration.
• 7+ years of validated commercial experience in the pharmaceutical, diagnostic or healthcare industry, preferably i