Specialty Account Manager, Nephrology- South Houston, Texas

Amgen • Houston, TX

1d • $173,255 - $203,801 • Onsite

About The Position

In this vital role you will be representing KRYSTEXXA to physicians and healthcare professionals, playing a key role in establishing product demand and delivering comprehensive account management within a designated territory. You will serve a central point of contact, response for educating medical professionals and external stakeholders on disease state awareness and product information to support optimal patient care. As a Nephrology SAM, you will drive product utilization while identifying and addressing the unique needs of each account. This includes building and maintaining strong relationships with healthcare providers, coordinating cross-functional field teams, and executing aligned strategies to ensure access, education, and support for rare disease treatments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree and 3 years of sales experience within pharmaceutical, biotech or medical device industry or hospital sales experience (for Account Manager – Level 4)
• Associate degree and 6 years of sales experience within pharmaceutical, biotech or medical device industry or hospital sales experience (for Account Manager – Level 4)
• High school diploma/GED and 8 years of sales experience within pharmaceutical, biotech or medical device industry or hospital sales experience (for Account Manager – Level 4)
• Doctorate degree & 2 years of collective account management experience, sales, & commercial experience (for Specialty Account Manager – Level 5)
• Master’s degree & 6 years of collective account management experience, sales, & commercial experience (for Specialty Account Manager – Level 5)
• Bachelor’s degree & 8 years of collective account management experience, sales, & commercial experience (for Specialty Account Manager – Level 5)
• Associate degree & 10 years of collective account management experience, sales, & commercial experience (for Specialty Account Manager – Level 5)
• Demonstrated success in a role involving reimbursement navigation, site of care education, and/or patient access coordination.
• Experience promoting a product that requires extensive coordination with office staff, infusion centers, and patient services teams.
• Experience engaging within community practices, academic centers, IDNs, and hospital systems.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a matrix environment, working cross-functionally with Market Access, Patient Services, MSLs, TLLs, and Field Reimbursement.
• Proven ability to build strong customer relationships, educate on complex disease states, and adapt communication to diverse audiences.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate with both clinical and administrative stakeholders.
• High degree of self-motivation, initiative, and adaptability in fast-paced or ambiguous environments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and virtual communication tools.
• Willingness to travel approximately 20–30%, including occasional overnight or weekend travel as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience working in or with Nephrology strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with infused therapies, buy-and-bill products, products under medical and pharmacy benefit highly desired.
• Strong knowledge of payer policies, reimbursement processes, and managed markets is a plus.
• Experience negotiating access or navigating formulary pathways is preferred for more strategic roles.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive territory business plan to achieve and exceed sales objectives, aligned with broader commercial and strategic account goals.
• Promote KRYSTEXXA within approved labeling in a fair, balanced, and ethical manner in accordance with corporate and industry compliance guidelines.
• Serve as a trusted partner and disease expert to healthcare professionals by delivering meaningful, patient-centered education on disease state and product information.
• Build and manage strong relationships with a range of stakeholders across the patient care ecosystem—including physicians, nurses, office staff, case managers, and infusion centers.
• Navigate and engage within diverse healthcare delivery settings such as private practices, academic institutions, IDNs, community hospitals, and specialty clinics.
• Identify and address patient access, reimbursement, and pull-through challenges by working cross-functionally with field access teams, patient services teams, and case managers.
• Coordinate internal matrix teams (e.g., MSLs, Market Access, Nurse Educators, TLLs) to deliver integrated, account-specific solutions that drive long-term customer engagement and product utilization.
• Lead or support the development of referral networks and site-of-care pathways to enable seamless patient initiation and continuity of care.
• Establish productive relationships with local and regional KOLs to expand reach and influence within the therapeutic landscape.
• Actively contribute field insights and market intelligence to cross-functional partners and leadership to inform strategy, resource deployment, and future planning.
• Leverage approved tools, peer education programs, and digital engagement channels to extend reach and increase impact with key stakeholders.
• Maximize use of promotional resources and operate within assigned territory budget to support business objectives.
• Represent the company at appropriate medical congresses, society meetings, and educational events to maintain therapeutic and competitive knowledge.
• Complete all training and administrative responsibilities in a timely and accurate manner while upholding all company policies and compliance standards.

Benefits

• Comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts.
• A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan.
• Stock-based long-term incentives.
• Award-winning time-off plans and bi-annual company-wide shutdowns.
• Flexible work models, including remote work arrangements, where possible.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED