The Rare Disease Business Unit (RDU) is a division of AstraZeneca focused on developing and delivering life-transforming therapies for patients with devastating and rare disorders. Its main product is Soliris (eculizumab), the first and only approved complement inhibitor to treat patients with paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH) and atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome (aHUS), two life-threatening ultra-rare disorders. RDU is also establishing a premier global metabolic rare disease franchise, which includes Kanuma (sebelipase alfa) for patients with lysosomal acid lipase deficiency (LAL-D) and Strensiq (asfotase alfa) for patients with hypophosphatasia (HPP), while advancing the most robust rare disease pipeline in the biotech industry, with highly innovative product candidates in multiple therapeutic areas. As the global leader in complement inhibition, RDU is strengthening and broadening its portfolio of complement inhibitors across diverse platforms, including evaluating potential indications for Soliris in additional severe and ultra-rare disorders. Position Summary The Commercial Lead will be in charge of the relationship and commercial responsibilities for clients assigned to their territory. They will partner with clients, provide support and advice to meet patient needs, meet Rare Diseases/AZ revenue and receivable goals, under all Alexion/AZ guidelines and policies, and focus on contributing to improve the patient journey in the country by ensuring timely product availability and efficient processes to diminish any infusion barriers in HMOs, HCOs, distribution, and infusion centers, while also accelerating the penetration of Rare Diseases BU in the Colombian market. Principal Responsibilities Build and enrich key commercial relationships, coordinating interactions with main account stakeholders to support a productive partnership with clients. Bring in-depth analysis and insights to enable best-in-class commercial negotiations with clients. Lead the selling and post-selling processes, ensuring meeting budgets and proper product supply to patients. When applicable, maintain account receivables at target and manage DSO. With the cross-functional team, unblock barriers to ensure timely infusion/dispensation to patients. Track logistic operators, distributors, client inventories, and rotation to ensure proper stock levels at all points in the supply chain, as well as adherence to local regulations and good distribution practices. For tenders, partner with other key commercial roles to ensure the best outcome in bidding processes. If applicable, ensure timely documentation of agreements and correct credit note issuing. Partner with the cross-functional team to develop and support business plans for each HMO, in order to achieve sales objectives and develop a long-term relationship with the company. This includes supporting the implementation of management programs for PNH, aHUS, and metabolic disorders. Maintain active communication and excellent relations with key commercial stakeholders including HMOs, health Secretaries, and all decision-makers of the north-west and/or east zones that could impact the business for the subsidiary. Provide a high level of product expertise to all accounts by demonstrating strong in-depth clinical, technical, and scientific knowledge of the product and the disease. Ensure that all key stakeholders deeply understand the value proposition for each product. Support the forecast process and ensure meeting error targets. Provide insights and analysis required for any changes in the pharmaceutical & health sector that affect business. Working with the cross-functional access team, present and execute value propositions based on product differentiation. Ensure the execution of the activities programmed in the OPEX. Month-by-month Infusion Compliance. Qualifications 5 years of experience in the Pharmaceutical Industry, Services providers as Commercial/Marketing area Manager, ideally with rare disease pathologies or oncology. Strong knowledge of the Colombian healthcare system, including budgeting and cash flow cycles for RDU. Thorough knowledge of the local legislation and reimbursement process in each institution (HMOs, Healthcare Secretaries). Demonstrated strong relationship and active communication with key stakeholders for HMOs of the zone. Strong knowledge of local pharmaceutical regulations and related ethical behaviors relating to regulatory, quality, and good commercial practices. Experience developing business plans by case. Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills and organizational abilities. English desirable. Date Posted 08-nov-2024 Closing Date 17-nov-2024 AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements. #J-18808-Ljbffr