AstraZeneca is accelerating the expansion of our geographical footprint in Rare Diseases following the acquisition of Alexion in 2021. Rare diseases are a high-growth therapy area with rapid innovation and significant unmet medical needs. Over 7,000 rare diseases are known today – yet less than 1% of them have an approved treatment.
As we begin to build our position as a Rare Disease Leader, we seek a Rare Disease, Patient Journey Partner to join our Commercial Team in Bryanston.
ABOUT ASTRAZENECA
AstraZeneca is a global, innovation-driven BioPharmaceutical business that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialization of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work, where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit.
ABOUT OUR RARE DISEASE TEAM
Our rare disease team is driven by a passion to transform the lives of patients who need it most. United by a common goal to deliver life-changing therapies to patients with rare and often overlooked conditions, here’s what sets us apart:
- Pioneers of innovation, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.
- Operates as a close-knit team, working collaboratively to solve complex problems.
- Adaptability and entrepreneurial spirit to bring tailor-made solutions.
- Embraces a patient-centric culture, rooted in improving patient outcomes.
- Focus on growth and development of the team in this emerging field.
What you will do:
The Rare Disease Patient Journey Partner is a full-time position, responsible for generating clinical demand for our brands in key accounts, proactively identifying business opportunities, recommending solutions to drive and develop business, and developing opinion leader commercial relationships. The role will work closely with the BU Head, Brand Manager and cross-functional team to deploy and adapt the AZ account management strategy to the local market.
Typical Accountabilities Include:
- Engages HCPs in dialogue to effectively promote knowledge about rare disease medicines.
- Achieve or exceed sales objectives in the assigned region.
- Demonstrates strong clinical, technical, and scientific knowledge in relevant disease states.
- Improve the identification and diagnosis of patients.
- Ensure achievement of key imperatives and performance measures.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS/EXPERIENCE
- Completed Tertiary qualification in medical sciences; life sciences and/or Human Anatomy.
- Must have 3-5 years of proven specialist sales experience within the Rare Disease therapy area.
- Valid driver’s license and own vehicle.
- Experience in the neurology field is highly regarded.
- Proven track record for delivering consistent, ‘top-tier’ sales results.
- Strong influencing skills to engage key stakeholders.
- High ethical standards.
Ready to make a difference? Apply now to join our team!
Why AstraZeneca?
We are proud to have achieved Top Employer certification in South Africa, Kenya, and Nigeria. At AstraZeneca, we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Join the fastest-growing pharmaceutical in our markets and be part of our shared ambition.
SO, WHAT’S NEXT?
Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you!
Click the link to apply no later than 12 November 2024 and we’ll be in touch as soon as we can.
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