Sr. Pharmaceutical Sales Specialist, Advanced Specialty Team ATTR-Southern

At AstraZeneca, we turn ideas into life‑changing medicines. Working here means thinking big and collaborating to make the impossible a reality. We are focused on harnessing science to meet patients’ unmet needs worldwide.

We take bold action on climate through our Ambition Zero Carbon program, committing to a fully electric vehicle (EV) fleet by the end of 2030, which means all drivers will be assigned an EV.

Territory
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Orange County, Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino

• Develop and demonstrate knowledge of clinical disease states and treatment guidelines.
• Effectively communicate product information to healthcare professionals.
• Analyze trends and develop strategic business plans, leveraging an understanding of the market landscape, dynamics, and patient access challenges.
• Provide solutions to customers by creating a tailored customer experience based on account and HCP needs.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, demonstrate openness to new ideas, and seek innovative approaches to sales and customer engagement.

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 3+ years of demonstrated sales or commercial experience in the pharmaceutical, healthcare, scientific, clinical, institutional, or related industry/settings within the healthcare ecosystem.
• Experience in account planning and/or complex reimbursement model or internal AZ certification.
• A valid driver’s license and safe driving record.

• Advanced therapeutic area expertise: experience and expertise in highly specialized therapeutic areas.
• Customer engagement: proven ability to engage effectively with senior healthcare professionals, including specialists and hospital administrators, grounded in a deep passion for patient care.
• Innovative sales strategies: experience in developing and implementing innovative sales strategies in a highly specialized market.
• Clinical acumen: exceptional ability to understand and communicate cutting‑edge scientific research and clinical data.
• Strategic partnerships: experience in establishing and nurturing strategic partnerships with healthcare institutions and research organizations.
• Business acumen: proficiency in advanced data analysis and the use of analytics to drive sales performance.

• Oncology/rare disease experience.
• Solid business planning and account management.
• Strong data insights and analytics.
• Adoption of innovative technology in ways of working.

The annual base salary (or hourly rate of compensation) for this position ranges from $121,925 to $227,246. Positions offer eligibility for various incentives—including short‑term incentive bonuses, equity‑based awards for salaried roles, and commissions for sales roles. Benefits include qualified retirement programs, paid time off (vacation, holiday, and leaves), and health, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with applicable plans.

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