Oncology Territory Manager, Solid Tumors - Buffalo, NY
Takeda
Summary
As a member of Takeda Oncology your work will contribute to our bold, inspiring vision: We aspire to cure cancer. As part of the Oncology Sales team, you will report to the Regional Director and work with key stakeholders.
Job description
About the role
As a member of Takeda Oncology your work will contribute to our bold, inspiring vision: We aspire to cure cancer. As part of the Oncology Sales team, you will report to the Regional Director and work with key stakeholders.
How you will contribute
- Implement overall marketing and brand strategy for targeting and deployment of resources to key customers
- Formulate effective strategies to achieve sales goals and product positioning goals within target accounts
- Provide on-label clinical data to influence appropriate use of assigned product
- Initiate and develop business relationships with high level decision makers and other influential groups
- Formulate strategies to effectively utilize account-specific targeted marketing materials to educate and address the needs of key stakeholders
- Create account-specific business plans and strategies to appropriately gain access to key stakeholders
- Provide real-time analysis and input on market conditions to Home Office colleagues for the development of targeted marketing strategies and materials
- Focus on field execution and driving calls per day and reach to targets to increase sales performance
- Apply conceptual and practical expertise in own functional/technical area to implement plans and achieve individual, team, and organizational sales goals
- Maintain a high degree of competence in the areas of product knowledge, disease states of coverage, industry/competitive landscape, and organizational structure
- Analyze data and prepare subject matter for business reviews
- Act as a technical/functional subject matter resource for colleagues and customers, and continue to acquire higher level functional/technical skills
- Complete accurate reporting and submit in a timely manner including monthly territory action plan, expense reports, monthly itinerary, sample inventory, request for professional speakers, budget tracking tool
- Build and maintain strong relationships with all internal stakeholders and cross-functional partners across Takeda Oncology
- Utilize company resources in a prudent fashion, consistent with all company guidelines
- Report all adverse events related to products in a timely, compliant manner
- Maintain a high level of comprehension around the distribution and delivery system for oral molecules, as well as the interface between specialty pharmacy and provider, and the functionality of the in-office dispensing model
Minimum Requirements/Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of demonstrated successful pharmaceutical experience
- Oncology, Rare disease, or specialty sales preferred
- Strong presentation and communication skills
- High comprehension of scientific knowledge and the ability to communicate with medical professionals in a compliant manner
- Strong computer and technical skills and the ability to navigate software programs to process and analyze territory specific data
- Maintain a valid driver’s license in good standing
Preferred
- Oncology, rare disease or specialty pharmaceutical experience preferred
- Established rapport and relationships in geographic area desired
- Large account management experience with emphasis on key large oncology community practices, as well as academic and NCI / NCCN cancer centers
Travel Requirements
Range from 20-40% travel depending on specific territory.
Territory
Buffalo, NY, Rochester, NY, Syracuse, NY, Binghamton, NY.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree
- 5+ years of demonstrated successful pharmaceutical experience
- Oncology, Rare disease, or specialty sales preferred
- Strong presentation and communication skills
- High comprehension of scientific knowledge and ability to communicate with medical professionals in a compliant manner
- Strong computer and technical skills
- Ability to navigate software programs to process and analyze territory specific data
- Maintain a valid driver’s license in good standing
- Oncology, rare disease or specialty pharmaceutical experience preferred
- Established rapport and relationships in geographic area desired
- Large account management experience with oncology community practices, academic and NCI / NCCN cancer centers
Benefits
- Sales incentive programs
- Production based bonuses
Company overview
Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited is a Japanese multinational pharmaceutical company founded in 1781 and incorporated in 1925. As one of the world's top 20 largest pharmaceutical companies by revenue and the third largest in Asia, Takeda specializes in developing and commercializing innovative medicines across several therapeutic areas including oncology, rare diseases, neuroscience, gastroenterology, plasma-derived therapies, and vaccines. With approximately 49,095 employees globally, the company operates research and development centers, manufacturing facilities, and commercial operations across 39 U.S. states and numerous countries worldwide. Takeda maintains dual headquarters in Tokyo and Osaka, Japan, with significant operations in Cambridge, Massachusetts, where it serves as the largest life sciences employer in the state. The company's patient-focused approach is guided by its Takeda-ism values of Integrity, Fairness, Honesty, and Perseverance, emphasizing a commitment to delivering life-transforming treatments while advancing sustainable healthcare solutions. Takeda's extensive portfolio includes both innovative biologics and small molecule drugs, supported by strategic acquisitions and partnerships that have expanded its capabilities in areas such as immuno-oncology and rare disease treatments.