Key Account Executive (Rare Disease)

Do you have expertise in, and passion for Key Account Management? Would you like to apply your expertise to impact the lives of patients in a company that follows the science and turns ideas into life changing medicines? Then AstraZeneca might be the one for you!

ABOUT ASTRAZENECA

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialization of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we’re more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. We are on a journey to bring life-saving medicines to patients. Our role in contributing to decreasing mortality rates globally is clear – shaping the future by spotting a scientifically-led commercial opportunity and acting now to operationalize and scale it.

BUSINESS AREA - Hong Kong

Welcome to Hong Kong, one of over 400 sites here at AstraZeneca, providing a collaborative environment where everyone feels comfortable and able to be themselves is at the core of AstraZeneca’s priorities, it’s important to us that you bring your full self to work every day. To help you maintain your best self, here’s a sneak peek into some of the things this site provides for you

Flexible Medical Benefit for you to better take care of well-being of yourself and your family

Bright and vibrant work environment

Top up employer MPF contribution

We’re bringing transformative drugs to those that need them the most by combining continuous new launches with unique solutions across the whole patient journey. It’s how we are able to truly make a difference to the quality of lives and answer huge unmet patient needs.

United by our local sense of belonging, there’s never been a better time to join a progressing team. Countless opportunities to learn from the best global talent, this is a place for those who want to be challenged and empowered to do the things they never thought possible.

What you’ll do

The Key Account Executive will be responsible for building strategic accounts for Rare Disease business by maximizing resource across brands, executing key account plan, enhancing customer engagement and partnership with AstraZeneca to deliver expedited growth.

This role reports to the Franchise Head, Rare Disease.

Your job responsibilities will be, but not limited to:

• Engages KOLs in dialogue to promote effectively the knowledge about rare disease medicines value proposition, benefits of approved indications, product efficacy / safety profiles and treatment protocols to support on-label prescribing for appropriate patients, using science-driven balanced messages and the appropriate mix of tools and channels

• Develop and execute tailored-made key account plans and activities to selected top accounts

• Develops and shares stakeholder insight and information between different respiratory brand and teams to maximize resources for growth, strengthen brand positioning, promotional efforts, access to treatment etc.

• As a lead coordinator in the selected top accounts to leverage best practice and experience among teams

• Establishes and maintain long-term collaborative relationships with relevant key KOLs and other stakeholders, keeping patients’ needs at the centre of all conversations

• Organizes workshops and other educational events to facilitate knowledge sharing among relevant KOLs

• Works with Franchise Head to develop and implement a strategy and actions to meet promotional objectives

• Demonstrate business ethics, ensure all activities and responsibilities are carried out in compliance with the high standards of ethics and integrity

• Other duties within position’s scope, as assigned by line Manager

Essential for the role

• University graduate in any discipline, with a preference to Science or business background

• At least 3 years with relevant TA experience in managing key accounts in previous and current districts, proven track record of engaging and developing lasting relationships with key accounts

• Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills

• Proactive and solution oriented

• Strong analytical skills

• MS office skill

• Fluency in English and Cantonese

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

So, what’s next?

Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you.

Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We have one seat available and we hope it’s yours.

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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.