National Account Director - Health Systems - Western

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Presents pharmaceutical products to prescribing healthcare professionals, including generalist practitioners, specialists and hospital professionals. Delivers therapeutic information in compliance with ethical rules and according to the marketing and sales strategies defined for the product line. May use various e-detailing platforms such as web-based or video conferencing/training, data specific web sites, physician portals and blogs.

The National Account Director, Health Systems is responsible for driving sales, and market growth within the largest healthcare systems, integrated delivery networks (IDNs), and other organized customers in the region. This position reports to Area Vice-President, Customer Engagement and requires a deep understanding of the healthcare system, formulary process and the specific needs of hospital and health system clinicians, pharmacists, and decision-makers in the healthcare space.

The role will collaborate with the Regional Associate Directors (RAD), Area General Managers (AGM), Medical, Health Systems marketing and internal support functions to execute strategy, deliver on sales goals and support strategic initiatives.

• Sales Strategy and Execution:

• Develop a strategic account sales plan to achieve or exceed sales targets within assigned nationally targeted health systems, hospital networks and assigned value-based care companies;

• Work closely with relevant RADs, to identify key opportunities to grow product adoption and formulate approaches to win new business in health systems;

• Monitor market trends and competitor activities to adjust sales strategies and maintain a competitive edge;

• Pull through relevant national advocacy initiatives within targeted health systems, hospital networks and assigned value-based care companies;

• Team Leadership and Development:

• Collaborate with the Area VP and AGMs, to provide direction to the RADs to achieve individual and squad sales objectives;

• Collaborate with the AGMs, to provide regular coaching and performance feedback to assigned RADs to ensure continuous improvement and adherence to best practices;

• Work with Learning and Development, to organize training sessions to improve the team’s knowledge of products, industry regulations, and account management techniques;

• Engage in business development activities, including attending conferences, trade shows, and meetings with healthcare stakeholders;

• Market and Product Knowledge:

• Collaborate with the Sr. Director, Health System to serve as the subject matter expert for the CVR franchise within health systems, providing guidance to internal teams;

• Understand customer needs and healthcare system challenges to tailor solutions and support the value proposition of the company’s products;

• Understand the intricacies of the healthcare environment, including formulary, pathway, purchasing and reimbursement practices, to effectively position products;

• Develop ecosystem by aligning relevant influential quality organizations with CVR initiatives;

• Collaboration and Cross-Functional Partnership:

• Work closely with local cross-functional squads to ensure alignment in the execution of customer strategies at assigned national accounts;

• Reporting and Analytics:

• Regularly report on sales performance, market trends, and competitor activity;

• Analyze sales data to identify areas for improvement and refine strategies.

Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

• Bachel…