Rare Disease Business Manager

Overview Title: Rare Disease Business Manager Join us as a Rare Disease Business Manager in our West region. You will be a vital contributor to our inspiring, bold mission and be empowered to drive product demand in targeted physician offices and key clinics, impacting patients’ lives. Objectives Clearly understand and implement the marketing plan, accurately articulate the value proposition of the brand, and utilize on-label and approved marketing materials only to attain sales/patient objectives for assigned products on a monthly, quarterly, and yearly basis. Communicate all disease, product, and formulary information in a manner that is truthful and non‑misleading, consistent with Takeda compliance policies and all applicable laws and regulations. Manage the territory using discretion and judgment when executing the brand strategy to maximize sales performance within the assigned customer population. Analyze local and regional market/managed market trends to build both long and short‑term goals that lead to a successful business plan. Work compliantly in a matrix environment encompassing Patient Services, Specialty Infusion Pharmacies, and Managed Markets, treating confidential patient information in accordance with Takeda practices and policies. Create productive business partnerships with internal customers to devise compliant plans for selling approaches that align with the company and territory business plans. Seek clarification from management and/or Compliance & Legal when uncertain whether a proposed activity could violate the law or compliance policies. Accountabilities Meet regularly with targeted HCPs and staff within assigned geography to understand their needs and discuss whether Takeda and Takeda products could meet their identified needs. Utilize a consultative selling approach, enabling the representative to meet the needs of healthcare professionals who treat Short Bowel and/or Ulcerative Colitis patients. Focus efforts on achieving greatest positive patient impact. Manage a territory marketing and promotional speaker program budget in a manner consistent with all Takeda compliance policies. Share best practices and actively participate in Regional/National meetings. Utilize a CRM system to document account profiles, pre‑ and post‑call activities. Education, Behavioral Competencies and Skills Required: Bachelor’s degree – BA/BS 3+ years of successful selling experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device and/or relevant clinical or industry experience; OR 2+ years at Takeda, 5 years preferred. Ability to discuss therapeutic strategies to inform and influence decision makers. Ability to develop and apply clinical and business expertise, and effective selling skills. Strong verbal, influencing, presentation and written communication skills. Reside within or close proximity to assigned geography. Ability to adapt to changing business needs, conditions, and work responsibilities. Displays an ongoing commitment to learning and self‑improvement. Preferred: Execution of marketing strategies at the local level. Demonstrated business and strategic planning skills to identify unique selling opportunities and adaptability to changing market conditions. Understanding of managed care landscape and its influence on business. Strong collaboration skills and success working in teams. Specialty injectable sales experience. Experience selling a product distributed through a specialty infusion pharmacy. Experience selling a product that requires extensive coordination with patient services. Working knowledge of Gastroenterology. Orphan drug and highly specialized medical sales experience. Ability to analyze complex technical data and develop strategic, actionable business plans. Minimum of 5 years’ direct selling experience to healthcare professionals in the pharmaceutical, biotech, device or healthcare industry and/or relevant clinical or industry experience. Training Requirements This position and continued employment is contingent upon the employee successfully passing mandatory product training which includes written and oral examinations. During training, the employee will be classified as a non‑exempt employee and will be eligible for overtime during the training period only in accordance with applicable federal and/or state law. After successful completion of training, the employee will be transitioned to exempt status, cease overtime eligibility, and become eligible for various Takeda sales incentive programs and contests. Licenses / Certifications Valid Driver’s License. Travel Requirements Must have a valid driver’s license issued in the U.S. with a clean driving record. What Takeda Can Offer You 401(k) with company match and Annual Retirement Contribution Plan. Tuition reimbursement and company match of charitable contributions. Health & Wellness programs including onsite flu shots and health screenings. Generous time off for vacation and the option to purchase additional vacation days. Community Outreach Programs. Compensation Summary U.S. Base Salary Range: $137,500.00 – $189,090.00 Employees may be eligible for short‑term and/or long‑term incentives, medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) plan and company match, short‑term and long‑term disability coverage, basic life insurance, tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, well‑being benefits, up to 80 hours of sick time per year, and up to 120 hours of paid vacation for new hires. EEO Statement Takeda is an EEO employer of minorities, women, disabled, protected veterans, and considers qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with applicable laws. Takeda is also committed to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Takeda Pharmaceuticals