Territory covers: Houma, Kenner, Metairie, Marrero, Thibodaux, LARelocation is not offered for this role.Ideally, candidate would live in New Orleans or within a reasonable daily commuting distance. Ability to travel (drive and/or fly) frequently within territory is required.HOW MIGHT YOU DEFY IMAGINATION?At Amgen, our shared mission—to serve patients—drives all that we do. It is key to our becoming one of the world’s leading biotechnology companies, reaching over 10 million patients worldwide. Become the professional you are meant to be in this meaningful role.SPECIALTY REPRESENTATIVE/ SENIOR SPECIALTY REPRESENTATIVELiveWhat you will doLet’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you will be the connection to our customers by providing clinical knowledge of our products to medical professionals and helping them navigate the complex payer environment.We are actively searching for a Specialty Representative/ Senior Specialty Representative to deliver on our commitment to serve patients. The Specialty Representative/Senior Specialty Representative acts as the primary customer contact and is responsible for implementing marketing strategy and promoting Amgen products as led by the District Manager.Responsibilities include:
Provide current and comprehensive knowledge of Amgen's products and effectively communicate the clinical benefits to medical professionals to drive appropriate utilization of the products
Perform as a sales leader to achieve territory sales by delivering branded sales messages, conducting planned programs, scheduling and following-up with medical educational programs, and achieving or exceeding sales targets through both in-person and virtual engagement
Develop relationships to service and manage accounts which may include: customizing discussions and customer interactions based on understanding of customer needs, ensuring product access, resolving/triage reimbursement issues, and maintaining product contracts
Provide feedback on marketing strategy, analyze business effectiveness of sales activities and territory analysis, and develop territory plans with the District Manager
Partner with other colleagues to share best practices and seek to learn and grow as a Specialty Representative/Senior Specialty Representative
Demonstrate passion for our products and sustain that passion through the entire sales cycle while always building our brand and never losing sight of how we serve patients
Uphold Amgen Values: Be Science-Based; Compete Intensely and Win; Create Value for Patients, Staff, and Stockholders; Be Ethical; Trust and Respect Each Other; Ensure Quality; Work in Teams; Collaborate, Communicate, and Be Accountable
WinWhat we expect of youWe are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The sales professional we seek is a motivated individual with these qualifications.Basic Qualifications (Specialty Representative):
Bachelor's Degree
OR
Associate's degree and 4 years of Sales experience
OR
High school diploma/GED and 6 years of Sales experience
Basic Qualifications (Senior Specialty Representative):
Bachelor's Degree and 3 years of sales experience
OR
Associate degree and 6 years of sales experience
OR
High school diploma/GED and 8 years of sales experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Sales, marketing and/or clinical experience within pharmaceutical, biotech, diagnostics, healthcare insurance, pharmacy services, healthcare medical device or medical supply industries
Some experience and/or pre-graduate sales training and/or proven track record of successful leadership under pressure preferred for Specialty Representative
3 years+ experience preferred for Senior Specialty Representative
Product or hospital sales experience in the areas of oncology, cardiology, inflammation, nephrology, dermatology, rheumatology, neurology, endocrinology, hepatology, gastroenterology, bone health, respiratory, hematology, or infectious diseases; and the diseases and treatments involved with these specialties
Advanced influencing and relationship-building skills with a focus on sales outcomes
Local Market knowledge
Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or Business Administration
Adaptability with our Core Competencies: Sales Planning and Organizing; Leveraging Business, Industry, and Technical Knowledge; Communicating with Impact; Driving for Results; and Cultivating Internal and External Relationships.
ThriveWhat you can expect of usAs we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for our teammates’ professional and personal growth and well-being.The annual base salary range for the Specialty Representative opportunity in the U.S. is $88,553 - $110,926.The annual base salary range for the Senior Specialty Representative opportunity is the U.S. is $114,924 - $140,032.In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan comprising health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities including:
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
Apply nowfor a career that defies imaginationObjects in your future are closer than they appear. Join us.careers.amgen.comAmgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.