Territory Manager - GI - Knoxville/Nashville

Job Description

Job Description

Azurity Pharmaceuticals is a privately held, specialty pharmaceutical company that focuses on innovative products that meet the needs of underserved patients. As an industry leader in providing unique, accessible, and high-quality medications, Azurity leverages its integrated capabilities and vast partner network to continually expand its broad commercial product portfolio and robust late-stage pipeline. The company's patient-centric products span the cardiovascular, neurology, endocrinology, gastro-intestinal, institutional, and orphan markets, and have benefited millions of patients. For more information, visit 

Azurity Pharmaceuticals is proud to be an inclusive workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. Azurity's success is attributable to our incredibly talented, dedicated team that focuses on benefiting the lives of patients by bringing the best science and commitment to quality into everything that we do. We seek highly motivated individuals with the dedication, integrity, and creative spirit needed to thrive in our organization.

Territory Manager

About Azurity Pharmaceuticals

Azurity Pharmaceuticals is a privately held specialty pharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative products that address the needs of underserved patients. As an industry leader in providing unique, high-quality, and accessible medications, Azurity leverages its integrated capabilities and extensive partner network to continually expand its broad commercial portfolio and robust pipeline. Our patient-centered products span multiple therapeutic areas and have benefited millions of patients nationwide.

At Azurity, our success is driven by talented, passionate individuals who are committed to improving patient outcomes through scientific excellence, integrity, and innovation. We seek motivated professionals who thrive in a collaborative environment and are dedicated to making a meaningful impact.

Position Summary

The Territory Manager is responsible for driving sales performance and business growth across an assigned geography by developing and executing strategic territory business plans. This role builds and maintains strong relationships with healthcare professionals, key accounts, pharmacies, health systems, and other stakeholders while effectively communicating clinical and product information that supports optimal patient care.

The Territory Manager operates their territory as a business, utilizing data, market insights, and customer engagement strategies to identify opportunities, maximize account penetration, and achieve or exceed sales objectives. Success in this role requires a combination of strategic thinking, business acumen, clinical competency, strong selling skills, and a commitment to compliance and customer service excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Territory & Business Management

• Develop, implement, and execute a comprehensive territory business plan aligned with corporate objectives.
• Analyze territory performance, market dynamics, customer needs, and competitive activity to identify growth opportunities.
• Manage the territory as a business, prioritizing accounts and resources to maximize return on investment.
• Utilize CRM, sales analytics, and other data sources to optimize targeting, call planning, and territory execution.
• Consistently achieve or exceed assigned sales goals and performance objectives.

Customer Engagement

• Establish and maintain productive relationships with healthcare professionals and key stakeholders.
• Effectively engage physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, nurses, pharmacists, office staff, and other healthcare decision-makers.
• Deliver compelling and clinically accurate product presentations tailored to customer needs.
• Execute promotional programs, educational initiatives, speaker programs, and follow-up activities that support business objectives.
• Maintain a high level of customer service and responsiveness to support long-term account growth.

Product & Clinical Expertise

• Develop and maintain deep knowledge of Azurity products, disease states, clinical data, and marketplace dynamics.
• Communicate complex clinical information confidently and accurately in a variety of customer settings.
• Stay current on competitor activity, treatment guidelines, payer developments, and industry trends.
• Complete all required training and continuously expand product, market, and selling expertise.

Compliance & Operational Excellence

• Conduct all business activities in a compliant, ethical, and professional manner.
• Adhere to all company policies, industry regulations, and legal requirements, including sample accountability when applicable.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of activities within the CRM platform.
• Effectively manage territory expenses and resources within approved budgets.
• Partner collaboratively with sales leadership and cross-functional teams to drive business results.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum of 2 years of successful sales experience; pharmaceutical or healthcare sales experience preferred.
• Demonstrated track record of meeting or exceeding sales objectives.
• Proven ability to work independently while effectively managing a territory and key customer relationships.
• Strong business acumen and strategic planning skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate clinical and scientific information effectively.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and time-management capabilities.
• Experience utilizing CRM platforms such as Veeva, Salesforce, or equivalent systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to travel as required, including overnight and air travel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Pharmaceutical sales experience.
• Specialty pharmaceutical experience.
• Experience calling on Gastroenterology, Primary Care, Obesity Medicine, Endocrinology, Neurology, or other relevant specialties.
• Knowledge of local and regional health systems, payer dynamics, and specialty pharmacy channels.
• Demonstrated history of top sales performance and recognition.

Core Competencies

Business Acumen

Demonstrates ownership of territory performance, understands market dynamics, and aligns activities with strategic business objectives.

Strategic Agility

Develops effective territory strategies, adapts to changing market conditions, and identifies opportunities for growth.

Customer Focus

Builds trust-based relationships and consistently delivers exceptional service to customers and stakeholders.

Communication & Influence

Communicates confidently and persuasively while tailoring messages to customer needs and business objectives.

Initiative & Accountability

Takes ownership, pursues continuous improvement, and proactively identifies solutions to challenges.

Planning & Execution

Effectively prioritizes activities, manages resources, and executes territory plans with discipline and consistency.

Adaptability

Navigates change effectively and remains productive in dynamic environments.

Collaboration

Works effectively across teams and functions to achieve organizational goals and improve customer outcomes.

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Physical & Mental Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to sit for long periods of time
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; talk and/or hear
• May occasionally climb stairs and/or ride elevators
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Employee must be able to manipulate keyboard, operate a telephone and hand-held devices
• Other miscellaneous job duties as required

Benefits We Offer:

• Unlock Your Earning Potential: Join our team and be rewarded with a competitive compensation package, including an annual bonus based on company performance, that recognizes your exceptional talent.
  • Sales - In lieu of annual bonuses, we offer an Incentive compensation program that allows you to earn more - even over plan.
  • Fuel Your Success: * Sales Only* - We understand the value of your hard work and provide a car reimbursement program and gas card for both business and personal use as part of our commitment to supporting you. 
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: We value your well-being and offer excellent medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage to ensure you and your family are always taken care of.
• Flexibility for Your Lifestyle: Achieve work-life balance with our hybrid work model, allowing you to work two days from home and three days in the office. * Excludes Sales, Manufacturing, and some Operations positions*
• Invest in Your Future: Our Retirement Savings Plan (401K) is designed to help you secure a comfortable retirement by matching dollar for dollar up to 5%.
• Time Off That Counts: Take advantage of our generous time off policy, which offers up to 15 vacation days annually + rollover (up to 40 hours) as well as five sick/wellness days. For new employees, vacation accrual will be prorated based on your start date.
• Meaningful Time with Your Loved Ones: We close between Christmas and New Year's to give you an extra week off to spend quality time with your family and recharge.
• Enjoy the Holidays: Over the course of the year, Azurity recognizes 13 holidays.
• Invest in Your Education: We support your professional growth with tuition reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate level courses or certifications.
• Recognize and Be Recognized: Our Azurity High Five peer recognition platform allows you to celebrate your colleagues' accomplishments and receive recognition for your own outstanding work.

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