Sales Representative - Charlotte

ABOUT ALMIRALL

We care. Through pharmaceutical innovation and a strong commitment to global healthcare partnerships, we are dedicated to providing the tools, knowledge and science to improve the health of patients worldwide. We research, develop, manufacture and market our own medicines as well as a portfolio of licensed products designed to respond to the needs of different therapeutic areas.  Today, our products are available in over 70 countries, on 5 continents, through 15 affiliates.  Find out how we work every day to help to transform lives through science.

HOW WE WORK

Our strong values: Care, Courage, Innovation and Simplicity, are incorporated into everything we do, and they are behind our mission and vision which guide us today and lead us to the future.

POSITION SUMMARY / MISSION

Almirall is seeking a self-motivated sales professional to drive current and potential new products within the Almirall portfolio.  A successful candidate will take ownership of implementing and executing targeted sales strategies to achieve sales objectives and impact business growth. Drive growth of the business through a solid understanding of the assigned territory and establish and maintain professional relationships with HCP groups to maximize new business opportunities.  Develop new and lasting relationships with prescribers through insightful engagement and well-executed sales presentations is expected from a successful candidate.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Interface with dermatologists and staff to educate their prescribing habits and perceptions of the Company and our product portfolio.
• Work closely with customers as a resource to provide solutions to their specific needs.
• Achieve weekly sales call requirements.
• Properly manage all assigned company property.
• Be fiscally responsible with company funds and resources.
• Keen awareness and knowledge of industry trends and competitive environment while realizing how these will impact selling opportunities.
• Utilize data trends to fully understand the dynamics within their assigned territory and implement strategies to maximize results.
• Meet or exceed defined sales objectives and identify new business opportunities.
• Some overnight travel is required.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• BA/BS Degree or equivalent experience; preferably in related field from an accredited institution.
• 3 to 5 years of successful sales experience.
• Valid US Driver’s License and driving record in compliance with company standards.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to understand and accurately communicate clinical data and disease states.
• Documented record of successfully achieving sales quotas.

PREFERRED SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Experience in the pharmaceutical industry, specifically dermatology sales experience is preferred.
• Aptitude for learning technical and scientific product-related information.
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated and driven, high energy and ability to manage stress and multiple competing priorities.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Almirall, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type, for all categories of people or things, especially on the grounds of person’s sex, pregnancy, age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, immigrant status, military status, veteran’s status, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, the use of a guide or support animal or membership in any other group protected under applicable federal, state or local law.  This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.