Specialty Business Manager, Derm - Newport News, VA

Takeda is a global biopharmaceutical company dedicated to bringing better health and a brighter future to people worldwide. With a strong focus on innovation and patient-centric solutions, Takeda strives to deliver high-quality pharmaceutical products across various therapeutic areas, including oncology, gastroenterology, and neuroscience. The company fosters a collaborative and inclusive work environment where employees are encouraged to grow professionally and personally. Takeda is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring equal employment opportunities and a supportive workplace for all. Located in Hampton, Virginia, this role offers the opportunity to be part of an established, reputable organization with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits. The employment type for this position is full-time, regular employee status, and it is non-exempt, with an hourly wage ranging from $63.51 to $87.31. This role occasionally involves remote work and requires significant travel within the assigned geography.

The Specialty Business Manager (SBM) for Dermatology will play a critical role in Takeda's sales team, focusing primarily on driving demand for dermatology products through education and relationship building. This position demands a strategic, professional approach to engage healthcare providers (HCPs), including dermatologists, clinics, hospital accounts, and other medical institutions specialized in dermatology. The SBM will utilize business processes that optimize patient outcomes while achieving sales goals. Responsibilities include supporting account onboarding, clinical selling, coordinating clinical education opportunities, and managing key accounts effectively. This position requires excellent communication, presentation, and organizational skills, as well as a strong understanding of managed care landscapes and the pharmaceutical industry. The SBM will execute local marketing strategies, build professional relationships, and deliver complex clinical and business information tailored to healthcare professionals’ needs. Furthermore, the SBM must uphold Takeda's patient-first values and maintain compliance with company policies. Proficiency in managing resources such as budgets and collaborations with cross-functional teams is essential. The role also emphasizes ongoing professional development and continuous self-education on emerging treatments and industry changes.

This position requires a valid driver’s license and the ability to travel frequently, including overnight stays up to 25-50% of the time, depending on geographic assignment. The candidate must reside within or near the assigned territory. The position offers a structured training program including mandatory product training with examinations. Initially considered non-exempt during training, the employee will transition to exempt status upon successful completion, becoming eligible for various sales incentive programs. Takeda also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) plan, disability coverage, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, sick leave, and paid vacation. This role is ideal for motivated sales professionals with experience in pharmaceutical or biotech sales, especially those with dermatology expertise, looking to make a significant impact in patient care and commercial success within a leading global biopharmaceutical company.