Business Manager

**About AstraZeneca**

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialisation of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious diseases. But we’re more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies.

We’re brave disruptors - entrepreneurial, courageous and pioneering in our approach. Here you have the opportunity to step up, take personal accountability and lead changes in our ever-evolving environment.

**Business area**

AstraZeneca Respiratory and Immunology (R&I) is driven by our ambition to transform Respiratory & Immunology care for patients, moving beyond symptom control to disease modification, remission and, one day, cure.

We currently have two positions available, one in NSW and one in VIC, for a Business Manager (Immunology) to join the R&I Business Unit. This is a great opportunity to join our dynamic team with a new product launch in Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Reporting to the Business Unit Head you will be joining a cohesive and supportive team as a foundational member of the sales team to deliver outstanding sales results and challenge the traditional way of interacting with our customers.

**What you’ll do**

You will be fully empowered and have complete responsibility for building and owning Account Plans in collaboration with the cross functional team, to exceed customer expectations and generate outstanding sales results. You will also:

- Embrace digital tools and continuous learning to progress from efficient practices to mastering new, innovative approaches that enhance outcomes and impact.
- Prioritising pace, persistent progress and flexibility over perfection.
- Using feedback to innovate solutions, navigate through change and make timely decisions.

This role offers an opportunity to join a team that is passionate about patient outcomes and having a positive impact to address the significant unmet needs in lupus. If you are passionate about Immunology and enjoy being part of a fun and driven culture that works in a decisive, transparent and flexible environment, this is an ideal opportunity

**Essential for the role**
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant industry sales experience in Rheumatology
- Proven track record of success in sales performance within Rheumatology
- Experience selling to hospital specialists and knowledge of the Rheumatology and Immunology market
- A deep understanding of the patient journey at each key account in the region and an ability to break through barriers with innovative solutions
- Experience with a broad base of external customers in the VIC & NSW health network, including patients, prescribers, payors, providers
- Strong teamwork and collaboration skills and demonstrated project/team/cross-functional leadership
- Tertiary qualification, preferably in life sciences, medical or pharmacy

**Desirable for the role**
- A track record of successfully developing key accounts and a sound knowledge of protocol development
- Demonstrated exposure of building long positive relationships with both internal and external customers in complex clinical environments
- The ability to think strategically and be entrepreneurial

**Why AstraZeneca**

AstraZeneca in Australia has been formally recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA). As an organisation we stand with confidence on our gender equality initiatives including pay equity, leadership development programs, and zero tolerance for gender-based harassment. This achievement exemplifies our commitment to building high performing, inclusive and diverse teams that collaborate across our enterprise, aligned to our values and strategic priority of being a Great Place to Work.

By following the science, and fusing it with our business acumen, we are powered to push the science further. We identify key opportunities for our pipeline in the future and provide the guidance to act on it now.

**So, what’s next?**
- Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you.
- Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant We have a seat available, and we hope it’s yours.

**Where can I find out more?**

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AstraZeneca in Australia has been formally recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA). As an organisation we stand with confidence on our gender equality initiatives including pay equity, leadership development programs, and zero tolerance for gender-based harassment. This achievement exemplifies our commitment to building high performing, inclusive and diverse teams that collaborate across our enterprise, aligned to our values and strategic priority of being a Great Place to Work.