SALES MANAGER

At AstraZeneca we believe in the potential of our people and we'll develop you beyond what you thought possible. We make the most of your skills and passion by actively supporting you to see what you can achieve no matter where you start with us. As a Sales Manager - in the CVRM Cardiology Team, you'll play a pivotal role in channeling our scientific capabilities to make a positive impact on changing patients' lives as we aim to deliver our bold ambition - successfully promotion Cardiology portfolio. If you're inspired by the possibilities of science to make a difference and ready to discover what you can do by joining us on this exciting journey and believe you can contribute to this bold ambition - join us.

Main Duties And Responsibilities:
The Sales Manager Cardiology Team coaches, leads, develops and guides District Managers driving improved performance and capabilities in generating clinical demand for Diabetes brands, pro-actively identifying business opportunities, presenting value propositions aligned to stakeholder needs and objectives, and recommending solutions to drive and develop business.
As the Sales Manager will work with the DM's to develop strategic and mutually beneficial relationships with the Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT). You will be a critical member of the Diabetes cross functional team and expected to partner with this team to deliver on our Bold Ambition of successfully promotion AstraZeneca's diabetes portfolio. The Sales Manager for Cardiology Team will also frequently be asked to join the CVRM Leadership Team meetings and take a lead role in reporting on key lead indicators and KPIs in the Business Operations Meetings (BOM).

Minimum Requirements:
 

Essential:

• Educated to degree level or equivalent
• Full driving license
• Proven track record of successfully managing promo and sales teams (first or second line management) and performance management
• Strong Leadership skills in external partnership building in order to build and develop alliances with third party

Experience in any, or all of:

• Cardiology
• High-Cost Specialist Medicines (specialised commissioning)
• Proven track record of leading cross-functional internal teams and managing the internal organisation matrix
• Proven track record of engaging and developing lasting relationships with a broad base of key stakeholders in complex clinical environments, e.g., mid and senior level healthcare professionals,
• Proven track record of effective coaching and development, both at individual and team level
• Proven track record of strategic thinking
• Proven track record of developing and successfully executing compelling account strategies

Desirable:

• Conflict Management
• Performance Management
• Second line sales management experience and national sales manager roles
• Experience in any, or all of: Diabetes products
• Exposure to marketing and national strategic project management

AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer. AstraZeneca will consider all qualified applicants for employment without discrimination on grounds of disability, sex or sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity leave status, race or national or ethnic origin, age, religion or belief, gender identity or re-assignment, marital or civil partnership status, protected veteran status (if applicable) or any other characteristic protected by law. AstraZeneca only employs individuals with the right to work in the country/ies where the role is advertised.

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AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity.  We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills.  We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.  We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics.  We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.