Territory Sales Manager - Oncology (Seattle, WA)

Job Overview

We are currently seeking a dynamic, highly motivated, and experienced individual for the position of Seattle Territory Sales Manager, Oncology. In this field-based role, the Territory Sales Manager will focus on achieving sales goals within the prostate cancer therapeutic category in the assigned geographic territory of Greater Seattle and Alaska. 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 Territory Sales Manager will demonstrate a sense of urgency to prepare and successfully execute a new product launch plan for their assigned geography. The Territory Sales Manager will drive results through the sales team that is consistent with the company’s goals, mission, and values. Candidates must live in the Greater Seattle area.

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 Managers, 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.
• This specialty representative role will require territory coverage of a potentially large geographic area, which may include occasional overnight travel.

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 in specialty pharmaceuticals.
• Current or very recent experience in Urology, Oncology, or Men’s Health.
• Recent oncology and/or urology promotion and/or product launch experience preferred.
• Working in a start-up company and/or division, reflecting an entrepreneurial culture preferred.
• Account Management, Market Access, or Advocacy experience desirable
• Experience in Account Based Settings (Academic Hospital and IDN’s)

Travel, Physical Demands, and Work Environment

• A valid license and satisfactory Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) is required
• Approximately 25-30% travel is required; overnight travel is required as needed
• Regularly required to operate standard office equipment
• Ability to work on a computer for extended periods of time
• Regularly required to sit for long periods of time, and occasionally stand and walk
• Regularly required to use hands to operate computer and other office equipment
• Close vision required for computer usage
• Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, climb and lift up to 20 pounds
• Travel Requirements: 60-80% Travel Required
• Extensive travel: Regular travel throughout assigned territory—estimated 60–80% of working time—requiring long periods on the road and flexible scheduling. Overnight stays as part of business travel may be required depending on the territory.
• Mobility & stamina: Frequent in-person visits to physician offices, clinics, hospitals, and trade shows, requiring sustained driving, walking, standing, and sitting.
• Independent, field-based work: Ability to manage one’s schedule, work autonomously, and adapt to variable meeting locales (conference rooms, doctors’ offices, hotel spaces)
• Handling materials and samples: Transport of product samples, materials, and informational kits—lifting and carrying supplies between locations. Ability to lift 20 pounds.