
Specialty Account Manager - KRYSTEXXA - Columbus OH
Amgen, Columbus, OH, United States
Account Manager/Specialty Account Manager - KRYSTEXXA
Territory: Columbus, OH
Company Overview
Amgen’s mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do. Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas—Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease—you’ll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines.
About the Role
In this vital role you will represent KRYSTEXXA to physicians and healthcare professionals, establish product sales, and perform total territory account management. The Specialty Account Manager provides account‑management support to accounts within a specific geography, drives product demand, and coordinates field teams to address account needs.
Responsibilities
Develop a comprehensive and effective territory business plan aimed at achieving and exceeding annual sales goals established by sales and business unit leadership.
Promote KRYSTEXXA within approved labeling in a comprehensive, fair and ethical manner consistent with industry‑specific and corporate legal and regulatory guidelines.
Address issues related to access, pull‑through, and reimbursement by coordinating with key stakeholders and matrix team members.
Develop strong customer relationships by understanding the customer’s needs and goals and communicating those needs to other team members.
Consistently meet or exceed corporate sales goals.
Communicate territory activity in an accurate and timely manner as directed by management.
Drive product demand among targets through education on disease state and product information.
Provide feedback to sales and business unit leadership, colleagues, and other internal departments about the changing environment and results.
Adhere to the Company’s compliance policies and guidelines as well as any other applicable guidelines, including but not limited to the PhRMA code.
Work closely with patient services and market access team members to achieve overall business goals.
Coordinate between accounts and relevant Amgen field teams to support the full range of account needs.
Educate healthcare professionals and office staff on site‑of‑care options.
Attend medical congresses and society meetings as needed.
Manage efforts within the assigned promotional and operational budget.
Maximize the use of approved resources to achieve territory and account level goals.
Successfully complete all Company training classes.
Complete administrative duties in an accurate and timely fashion.
Function as a contributing member of a high‑performance team.
Perform such other tasks and responsibilities as requested by the Company.
Basic Qualifications (Account Manager – Level 4)
Bachelor’s Degree and 3 years of sales experience within pharmaceutical, biotech or medical device industry or hospital sales experience.
Associate degree and 6 years of sales experience within pharmaceutical, biotech or medical device industry or hospital sales experience.
High school diploma/GED and 8 years of sales experience within pharmaceutical, biotech or medical device industry or hospital sales experience.
Basic Qualifications (Specialty Account Manager – Level 5)
Doctorate degree and 2 years of collective account management experience, sales, & commercial experience.
Master’s degree and 6 years of collective account management experience, sales, & commercial experience.
Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of collective account management experience, sales, & commercial experience.
Associate degree and 10 years of collective account management experience, sales, & commercial experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Buy‑and‑bill experience with documented success and/or biologic/infusion experience.
Sales experience in Endocrinology, Ophthalmology, and/or rare/specialty disease states.
Site‑of‑care and reimbursement experience.
Experience working with institutions and integrated delivery networks.
Pharma account management selling experience essential; must coordinate across field teams to address full range of account needs.
Approximately 80% travel (may vary by territory), including some overnight and weekend commitments.
Proficient in Microsoft Office.
Professional, proactive demeanor.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Benefits
Comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts.
A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales‑based incentive plan.
Stock‑based long‑term incentives.
Award‑winning time‑off plans and bi‑annual company‑wide shutdowns.
Flexible work models, including remote work arrangements, where possible.
Salary
The annual base salary range for the Account Manager opportunity in the U.S. is $154,736 to $183,900. The annual base salary range for the Specialty Account Manager opportunity is $173,255 to $203,801. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.
Application Information
Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.
Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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