Job Description

Join Our Team!

We are seeking a dedicated and results-driven Oncology Key Account Specialist (KAS) to join our Bulgarian Oncology business unit in Plovdiv. This pivotal role reports directly to the Sales Manager Oncology Bulgaria and is integral to our mission of delivering value to patients, payers, and physicians in the oncology field.

Position Overview

As the Oncology KAS, you will collaborate closely with the Sales Manager, Oncology Business Customer Manager (BCM), and the Medical Team to provide an exceptional customer experience. Your goal will be to establish company as a trusted partner in oncology.

Key Responsibilities:

Sales and Financial Responsibilities

Business Results: Manage business outcomes within assigned accounts.Sales Targets: Achieve and exceed sales targets and KPIs; propose and evaluate sales targets.Financial Planning: Provide accurate financial planning and stay within approved promotional budgets.Account Management: Develop and implement commercial agreements and business plans for priority accounts.

Customer Engagement

Relationship Building: Create and manage long-term relationships with key customers and decision-makers.Customer Needs: Anticipate customer needs and provide relevant support materials and information on products.Field Engagement: Allocate at least 80% of your time to meet with key customers and external stakeholders.

Coaching and Development

Talent Development: Collaborate with your team to develop activity plans for each account and key customer.Personal Growth: Continuously develop your competencies and skills in line with your personal development plan.

Collaboration

Marketing Strategy: Implement and evaluate marketing strategies while providing feedback to the Portfolio/Brand Team.Ethical Standards: Uphold the highest ethical principles in accordance with local laws and SOPs.

Reporting Structure

Reports To: Sales Manager Oncology BulgariaLocation: Plovdiv, BulgariaTravel: Approximately 80% of your time will be spent with customers.

Education & Experience:

Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare (Medical Doctor or Pharmacist preferred).2-3 years of commercial experience in the pharmaceutical industry; experience in oncology is a plus.

Competencies:

Leadership Behaviors

Demonstrate ethics and integrity.Drive results and optimize deals.Focus on customers and patients.Make rapid, disciplined decisions.Foster collaboration across functions.

Professional Competencies

Strong business and financial acumen.Strategic and analytical thinking.Effective project management and communication skills.Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.

Core Commercial Competencies

Confident customer engagement and account management.Proficient in product knowledge and portfolio management.Fluent in conversational and written Bulgarian and English.

Why to join?

We are committed to improving the health and well-being of patients around the world. If you are passionate about oncology and want to make a difference, we invite you to apply for the Oncology Key Account Specialist position in Plovdiv.

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

75%

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

Shift:

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:

Yes

Hazardous Material(s):

n/a

Required Skills:

Account Management, Adaptability, Business, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Data Analysis, Interpersonal Relationships, Lead Generation, Management Process, Market Analysis, Oncology Sales, Order Processing, Product Knowledge, Revenue Generation, Sales Forecasting, Sales Operations, Sales Reporting, Sales Training, Strategic Planning

 Preferred Skills:

Job Posting End Date:

06/30/2025

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Requisition ID:R353598