Cardiometabolic Care Specialist I - P Santa Barbara California

Novo Nordisk•Santa Barbara, CA

18d•$86,000 - $106,000

About The Position

The Cardiometabolic Care Sales Team is at the forefront of US sales efforts for Novo Nordisk’s robust cardiometabolic product portfolio, which includes world-class therapies for treating multi-morbid conditions such as diabetes, obesity, and the reduction of major adverse cardiovascular events. Our ambition is to advance broad cardiometabolic disease management by bringing exciting new therapies to market to improve patient outcomes. As a team member, you will connect therapies to new specialties, build cardiometabolic advocates, and apply learnings that impact local markets and the organization in a cross-collaborative way. At Novo Nordisk, we create value by having a patient-centered approach and are committed to providing innovation to the benefit of our stakeholders. We focus on personal performance and development and have a culture centered on helping leaders create the conditions for people to be at their best. If you want to join a highly diverse and collaborative team and are ready to take the next step in your career with a company committed to meeting the evolving needs of patients with cardiometabolic diseases, come join us!

Requirements

Bachelor’s or equivalent degree, and/or Pharm D required
Minimum one (1) year of experience working in one or more of the following areas preferred: Pharmaceutical/Healthcare, Sales, Consulting, Customer Service or Military
Intermediate computer skills required (Windows, Word, Excel); Prior computer experience using sales data/call reporting software ideal
Must be a self-starter and be able to evaluate options and make decisions on your own with minimal supervision
Aptitude for leadership and decision-making ability
Solid understanding of current therapy areas (diabetes and obesity) and Novo Nordisk’s products is needed, coupled with aptitude for learning and ability to communicate technical and scientific product and disease management information
Driver must maintain a valid driver’s license. Must be in good standing by not exceeding the Novo Nordisk points threshold assigned based on review of Motor Vehicle Records.

Responsibilities

Assumes responsibility for achieving sales goals by implementing marketing and sales strategies aimed at effectively selling and promoting Novo Nordisk's portfolio of products to HCPs and other office staff.
Demonstrates competencies on a consistent basis with territory level impact
Demonstrates understanding of the local payer market including Medicare, Commercial and Medicaid benefit designs, Payer Coverage, Prescription Coverage Requirements, Step Therapy, Coverage Gap, Copays, and Deductibles and the impact on customer decisions
Demonstrates understanding of territory customer groups and affiliations such as IPAs, Medical Groups, Health Systems, and Local Clinics and uses this to identify business opportunities and tailor approach to customers
Analyze bidding policies/contracts in order to influence formulary status, as applicable
May analyze impact of managed care in the territory and its effect on prescribing decisions, and modify sales and promotion strategies
May develop and utilize relationships with specialists, key hospital decision-makers, and other individuals who make or influence the purchasing, prescribing, and/or formulary decisions (and others within the influence map)
Researches, understands and tailors account plans based on stakeholders and accounts business practices
Utilizes understanding of the territory market including current market conditions, competitive market trends, priorities, and patient needs to develop and execute territory business plans
Develops and implements plans to gain access to build and maintain business-relevant relationships with customers: prescribers, support staff, pharmacies, and clinic administrators to gain access and drive business impact by collaborating around the clinical management of patients and offering NNI-approved solutions
Demonstrates professionalism and a customer-focused approach with internal and external stakeholders by actively listening, identifying and addressing customers and patients’ needs, and keeping commitments
Develops and sustains internal relationships by collaborating across functions (e.g. Market access, Speciality Sales, etc.) by proactively sharing appropriate knowledge and business opportunities to impact customers
Demonstrates proficiency in implementing the Novo Nordisk Edge Selling Model with external customers and during company sponsored meetings: Strategic Planning- Pre-Call Planning Creates Customer Engagement-Open Purposefully, Uncover Needs Adapts Approach-Provide Solutions and Deliver Core Messages, Resolve Objections Call to Action-Gain Commitment with Impact, Transition
Utilizes analytical tools to evaluate territory business opportunities and create territory business plans to engage customers and gain commitment to utilize NNI products for appropriate patient types utilizing payer opportunities, brand/sales strategies and objectives in order to meet territory sales goals
Proactively communicates and coordinates with relevant internal stakeholders (Pod team, PDBM, RBD, etc.) to implement plans and define roles and responsibilities to ensure accountability
Exercises prudent control over samples and other company property in accordance with company policies and procedures and legal requirements.
Manages discretionary territory budget and marketing promotional program budget to support territory sales goals
Demonstrates a clear and thorough understanding of the disease state(s) and its impact on customers and patients including the full range of treatment options available including a detailed knowledge of both NNI and competitor products
Demonstrates thorough knowledge of all promoted NNI approved clinical studies and the skill to engage customers (prescribers, support staff, pharmacies) with fair balance on proper placement within the treatment continuum
Participates in and contributes product and disease state knowledge during sales and marketing meetings, training programs, conventions and displays as appropriate

Benefits

medical
dental
vision coverage
life insurance
disability insurance
401(k) savings plan
flexible spending accounts
employee assistance program
tuition reimbursement program
voluntary benefits such as group legal, critical illness, identity theft protection, pet insurance and auto/home insurance
sick time policy
flex-able vacation policy
parental leave policy