Sr Oncology Specialist, St. Louis - ReqCode 92121BR

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Job Description:Oncology Sales Representative/Specialist will be responsible for representing and promoting Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation as a leader in the Oncology community and marketplace. Incumbent will be required to promote a highly technical and innovative product portfolio to a sophisticated audience. The development of relationships and maintaining an active presence with the most productive doctors in the community and associated organizations will be essential elements of the position. Identification and development of thought-leaders and area speakers and conducting programs will also be important aspects of this role. Must assist in developing and implementing National and Area strategies for the product line. Promotional funds will need to be used judiciously to maximize sales and accomplish goals with the appropriate return on investment. Must act as a peer leader and resource to the 'TEAM' to facilitate a coordinated Novartis effort within accounts.

Qualified candidates must reside within the geography for this opening which includes St. Louis.
Willingness to travel over a broad geography is required.
Minimum Requirements:Bachelor's degree required with a minimum of 5 years pharmaceutical sales experience, 2 of which must be in Oncology or Specialty sales. Candidate must be self-motivated, possess a high degree of technical expertise, have exceptional selling skills, and ideally familiar with the Oncology community. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills required. Personal integrity, teamwork abilities, and a customer focus are necessary. Must be able to organize and prioritize. Computer literacy (i.e., Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) is a must.

As one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in the world and voted as one of the 100 Best Companies to work for by Working Mother Magazine, we are committed to peak performance, improving the quality of life, and embracing and leveraging diverse backgrounds, cultures and talents to achieve competitive advantage.

Novartis is an equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V.
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