Area Sales Director, Nephrology

Working at Horizon is more than a job – it’s personal. For us, success is measured by the numbers that matter most – the number of lives we touch, the number we change and those we work tirelessly to help save. We’re a team of agile, out-of-the-box thinkers who are inspired to do more because we know we’re a part of something bigger. We strive to build meaningful careers at a company whose values we share because when we live up to our potential, we help others live up to theirs.Responsibilities:Leads area geography and team of nephrology specialty account managers (NSAM’s) as a business to ensure market penetration and analyzes the market dynamics and sets goals to ensure that sales plans are achieved within the Nephrology space.

Provides a clear, compelling sales purpose both clinically and business wise for the Area team members.

Ensures the effective and appropriate use of resources, including territory management tools (computer, fleet car, etc.).

Builds business strategy and strategic impact in line with corporate goals.

Manages operational expenses and program funding.

Ensures that Area members operate within regulatory guidelines in all aspects of promotion, program implementation, and product compliance.

Ensures responsible organization is trained and prepared to maximize business/sales potential, and that the product message is crisp, clear and consistently delivered with high impact.

Achieves organizational sales goal volume and reach / frequency objectives.

Establishes a productive work environment by creating trust and respect within the broader National Nephrology sales team and establishes self as a business partner across the Gout business unit (GBU).

Must be able to work closely with and effectively collaborate across all divisions within the GBU to achieve business objectives.

Develops an atmosphere of confidence and strength and creates opportunities to recognize and reward outstanding individual and team sales performance.

Builds an organization reflecting a highly professional workforce in the eyes of external and internal partners. Addresses performance issues decisively and appropriately.

Develops internal and external customer relationships to successfully drive Horizon’s business objectives within the Nephrology space.

Fosters informative flow and delivers influential messages that gain support for initiatives

Develops and communicates a professional growth plan.

Continually educates self and team on nephrology market issues / trends and product knowledge as it pertains to specific business interests.

Applies new / innovative technologies to enhance efficiency, expands knowledge base and refines skill building.

Weekly ride-along’s for coaching with NSAM’s

Represent the organization at local, regional and national trade shows.

Provide input to regional and national sales meetings (content and objectives).

Strives to maintain a safe working environment through the prevention of accidents, the preservation of equipment, and the achievement of safe working practices.

Maintains a positive and professional demeanor toward all customers and coworkers.

Adheres to all policies and procedures of Horizon.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills Required:Bachelor's degree required; Graduate business or healthcare related degree preferred.

2+ years sales management or 8+ years pharma/account management experience.

Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Nephrology therapeutic area required.

Sales experience in biologics, infusion, and/or rare/specialty products preferred.

Buy-and-bill experience preferred.

Experience working with institutions and integrated delivery networks preferred.

Requires approximately 50% travel, including some overnight and weekend commitments.

Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Professional, proactive demeanor.

Strong interpersonal skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications Required for Internal Candidates (in addition to above):Minimum of 12 months in current role (at time of application)

In good standing with performance expectation, HR and compliance

Approval from direct manager and senior leadership

Horizon Core Values & Competencies:GrowthManages Ambiguity

Strategic Mindset

Demonstrates Self-awareness

Cultivates Innovation

Develops Talent

AccountabilityDrives Results

Ensures Accountability

Decision Quality

TransparencyCourage

Collaboration

Instills Trust

Horizon requires all U.S. employees to be fully vaccinated, as a condition of employment, with either Pfizer (fully approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration), Moderna or Johnson & Johnson (currently granted emergency-use authorization by the FDA). “Fully vaccinated” is defined as two weeks after your final dose of the Pfizer, Moderna, or Johnson & Johnson vaccine. Horizon will provide medical and religious accommodations as required by law.Horizon Therapeutics plc does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. It is our intention that all qualified applications are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors. Any individual, who, because of a disability, needs accommodation or assistance in completing this application or at any time during the application process, should contact the Human Resources Department.