District Business Leader (Addiction) – Mid Atlantic South — Charlotte, NC
Alkermes — Charlotte, NC
Alkermes lists this role in Charlotte, NC.
Stated in the posting
Pay: $170K – $194K (base salary)
Experience: 3+ years
Travel: up to 30-50%
Reporting to the Senior Regional Sales Director (SRD), the VIVITROL District Business Leader (DBL) will be responsible for the leadership of a team of Territory Business Managers (TBM’s) representing a long acting injectable therapy for the treatment of addiction covering the Mid Atlantic South District.
Key attributes necessary for success will be the ability to identify and hire an exceptional sales team, possess a strategic perspective as well as inspire and motivate a high performing, results oriented team.
DBL’s will need to provide clear direction and coaching, work collaboratively in the field with the sales team to assist in identifying needs and opportunities and as needed execute successful sales meetings. In addition, the DBL will establish high work standards and assure that the team works in accordance with all company policies.
Key responsibilities include:
Play a key role in identifying, recruiting, coaching and retaining top talent for the Alkermes sales organization
Plan, direct, implement, and oversee policies and activities for Territory Business Managers for a specific geographical area
Develop a deep understanding of assigned district-level geography, including patterns of care, major payers and public policy initiatives
Execute sales force strategies and marketing plans effectively to meet or exceed sales objectives
Foster innovation in sales approaches and practices and ensure effective cross-functional leadership and collaboration with managed markets and state government affairs counterparts
Identify district-level specific opportunities and barriers to ensure company success
Exercise sound judgment and ensure integrity and compliance with company policies in all activities and communications
Review and analyze key reports to ensure quarterly and annual objectives are met
Manage district-level expenses
Counsel, motivate, and coach TBMs
Ensure cross-functional alignment of key strategies and tactics, and ensure effective communication and implementation at the territory level
Provide assistance with training as needed
Ensure reinforcement and compliance with Alkermes policies and reinforce Alkermes Sales Force Guiding Principles
Basic Education & Experience Requirements:
BA/BS is required
3+ years successful pharmaceutical/biotech sales experience required
Must live within the geography of responsibility
Driver's license must be in good standing
Must be able to demonstrate or secure appropriate credentialing, as may be required by healthcare providers for physical access to their facilities
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated track record of successfully building sales teams along with coaching and developing sales professionals
7+ years of sales experience in biotech/pharmaceuticals industry
Proven sales performance as evidenced by % to quota, ranking reports, and recognition awards in specialty pharma markets
In-depth understanding of reimbursement/insurance coverage for physician-administered treatments
Strong understanding of healthcare regulatory and enforcement environments
Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally
Strong verbal and written communication skills
High ethical standards
Advanced Business Degree a plus
Portfolio coaching experience for products treating schizophrenia, bipolar and severe depression
Proven launch experience leading others in highly complicated and competitive environments
Experience selling and coaching specialty products, in-particular injectables administered in a mental healthcare setting
Demonstrated passion for improving CNS/mental health patient care
Entrepreneurial attitude and/or experience in a start-up environment
Ability to work autonomously to find new business opportunities
Ability to travel up to 30-50%
The annual base salary for this position ranges from $170k to $194k. In addition, this position offers a performance based sales incentive bonus targeted at $65k annually and eligibility to participate in our long term incentive program. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, training, knowledge, and experience. Alkermes offers a competitive benefits package. Additional details can be found on our careers website: www.alkermes.com/careers#working-here