Product Specialist - CairoAbout Astellas
Astellas is a global life sciences company committed to turning innovative science into VALUE for patients. We provide transformative therapies in disease areas that include oncology, ophthalmology, urology, immunology and women's health. Through our research and development programs, we are pioneering new healthcare solutions for diseases with high unmet medical need.
Are you driven to make a real difference in the lives of patients?
We're seeking passionate individuals who thrive in dynamic environments, embrace new ideas, and aren't afraid to take intelligent risks. People who act with unwavering integrity and are deeply committed to making a tangible impact.
Location and Working Environment
This position is a field-based opportunity in CAIRO, EGYPT.
Astellas’ Responsible Flexibility Guidelines Statement- At Astellas we recognize the importance of work/life balance, and we are proud to offer a hybrid working solution allowing time to connect with colleagues at the office with the flexibility to also work from home. We believe this will optimize the most productive work environment for all employees to succeed and deliver. Hybrid work from certain locations may be permitted in accordance with Astellas’ Responsible Flexibility Guidelines.
Purpose & Scope
- As the Key Account Specialist, you will be reporting directly to the Franchise Lead, Specialty and be responsible for regional sales achievement across Cairo managing the women’s health portfolio.
Role and Responsibilities
- Conduct pharmaceutical sales for the company and meet the sales targets
- Increase brand awareness and build a relationship with prospective and existing customers.
- Ensure that proper advertising and marketing are done through the medical product sales.
- Meet pharmaceutical sales targets, negotiate contracts, review pharmaceutical sales job performance, and draft reports on the same.
- Manage customer interactions in line with regional planning to ensure high impact sales calls.
- Maintain superior product and disease knowledge.
- Collaborate with cross functional teams when required.
- Conduct all activities in an ethical and compliant manner.
Required Qualifications
- Proven experience within pharmaceutical sales having worked with a global pharmaceutical organization in Egypt.
- Knowledge and experience in gynaecology / women’s health therapy area is mandatory.
- Good written & verbal communication skills
- Experience with CRM & Veeva systems
- Strong negotiation and organization skills.
- Collaborative & Proactive in nature
- Minimum Bachelor's degree or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications
- Product launch experience is highly preferred.
- Ability to work independently.
What awaits you at Astellas?
- Global collaboration: Become part of a connected global business of like-minded life science leaders, all dedicated to improving patients' lives worldwide.
- Real-world patient impact: Contribute to transformative therapies that reach patients around the world, knowing your work makes a difference every day.
- Relentless Innovation: Join a company at the forefront of scientific breakthroughs, where you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of healthcare.
- A Culture of Growth: Chart your own course within a supportive environment that values your contributions, champions your development, and empowers you to pursue your passions.
Our Organizational Values and Behaviors
- Impact
- Innovation
- Integrity
- One Astellas
- Accountability
- Courage
- Sense of Urgency
- Outcome Focus
Benefits
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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