Sales Representative - Neuroscience - Ontario Northwest

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Level 3

Job Description Summary

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Location: Ontario Northwest (Mississauga, Owen Sound, Barrie, Thunder Bay)

Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role: please only apply if this location is accessible for you.

This job posting is for an existing position.

The Specialty Sales Consultant, Multiple Sclerosis, will be responsible for driving sales growth, market share and brand loyalty for KESIMPTA (ofatumumab) in the Ontario Northwest Territory.

This role involves collaborating with healthcare professionals, particularly neurologists and related specialists, to provide education, product information and support that leads to optimal patient care. This position requires a motivated, driven individual with a proven track record in specialty pharmaceutical sales, excellent communication skills, strong collaboration and the ability to navigate a competitive market landscape.

This role reports to the Associate Sales Director and works closely with the Novartis Neuroscience cross functional team.

Job Description

Key responsibilities:

• Develop business plans and implement related activities such as customer events and sales presentations required to achieve agreed targets

• Accountable for achieving agreed sales, productivity and performance targets within agreed budgets and timelines

• Provide support to key Neurology clinics in the Ontario Northwest corridor. 

• Maintain and enhance knowledge of products, product strategy, positioning, key messages, programs, company developments, customers and competitors

• Achieve agreed contact, coverage and frequency targets through various communication channels

• Ensure customer satisfaction

• Contribute positively to the commercial team through cooperative relationships and collaborative efforts to achieve team and company goals

• Timely and accurate reporting of technical complaints/adverse events/special case scenarios related to Novartis products within 24 hours of receipt

Essential Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of sales experience

• Strong business and scientific acumen to address issues and opportunities

• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication and presentation skills with a history of working in a highly competitive environment

• Ability to work successfully in a matrix environment

• Knowledge of the healthcare system

Desirable Requirements: 

• Experience in neurology 

• Experience in multiple sclerosis is highly valued.

Skills Desired

Commercial Excellence, Conflict Management, Cross-Functional Coordination, Customer Insights, Influencing Skills, Key Account Management, Professional Ethics