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Job DescriptionThe Oncology Regional Director will lead a team of eight (8) Oncology Territory Managers (OTMs) for the organization's Solid Tumor Team. This Regional Director will be responsible for driving the performance for two brands, one for mCRC and the other for Lung cancer, across the Southeast region which includes parts of Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina. The successful candidate must reside in the region.
How you will contribute:People Leadership & Coaching
Obtains commitments from Oncology Territory Managers (OTMs) to ensure that the sales strategy and sales plan is successful in assigned territory
Leads the development and execution of major programs to meet sales objectives
Ensures OTMs conduct business planning, customer relationship management, reporting and tracking of execution metrics
Responsible for leading effective regional training and communication efforts to ensure team is adequately informed and engaged
Ensures team and personal compliance with applicable laws and regulations concerning interaction with healthcare professionals (HCPs) and appropriate dissemination of literature and information
Drives for results, establishing goals, managing resources, and achieving regional plans with limited supervision
Builds and maintains strong interactions and partnerships with internal stakeholders, including Marketing, Medical Affairs, Patient Value & Access (PVA) and Learning and Development
Recruits, manages, trains and motivates direct reporting staff according to company procedures and policies
Business Excellence and Strategic Account Management
Accountable for strong business acumen and analysis of regional business trends and opportunities
Accountable for executing marketing plans and driving for results
Accountable for executing and delivering business reviews
Partners with Business Insights and Analytics to fully understand regional business to determine product opportunity
Develops and executes strategic and tactical account planning, such as uncovering needs, stakeholder / influence mapping, identifying / prioritizing business goals, defining and delivering value propositions developed in collaboration with Marketing and PVA, and developing tactical plans
Gains formulary access and protocol access (inclusion of specialty products in clinical/prescriber protocols and clinical pathways) for Takeda Oncology products
Coordinate account management at larger outlets
Develops relationships with Executive Level, Operations, Financial, and Pharmacy based customers in priority accounts. Calls on key stakeholders to position Takeda’s products and to ensure effective supply of Takeda’s product portfolio
Develops relationships with key stakeholders at strategic accounts, including Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), and leverages relationships with clinical experts to apply at account levels to educate and inform therapeutic processes and protocols at an institution level
Identifies key stakeholders within each account, as well as their respective needs and priorities and builds relationships throughout the organization
Develops cross-functional business plans and launches business development initiatives and strategies for large volume/high volume accounts
Bachelor’s degree
8+ years of commercial experience in the pharmaceutical and/or biotech industry with 3+ years in Oncology
3+ years of Oncology sales leadership experience highly preferred
Proven ability to manage a specific geographic region
Candidate should live near a major airport.
Demonstrated track record of successful business planning and execution
Documented sales success and strong established relationships in assigned region
High science aptitude and proven ability to coach teach and train
Demonstrates growth mindset
Dynamic, self-starter with strong influential skills, as well as entrepreneurial spirit
Ability to build and maintain strong, professional relationships
Excellent organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Commercial, Regulatory and technical awareness
The ability to navigate a large multi-disciplinary geography that requires a minimum of 50-60% travel
Possession of valid US Driver’s License in good standing
Preferred
4+ years of successful leadership experience
3+ years of direct oncology leadership experience
Master’s degree
People leadership & coaching => Demonstrated track record of successfully being able to lead others both by example and through direct authority
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
Approximately 50-60% travel including some evening programs and weekend conferences/congresses
At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient-focused company that will inspire and empower you to grow through life-changing work.
Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.
This position is currently classified as "remote" in accordance with Takeda's Hybrid and Remote Work policy.
Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary
We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.
For Location:
Florida - VirtualU.S. Base Salary Range:
$207,200.00 - $284,900.00The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. The actual base salary offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.
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LocationsFlorida - VirtualGeorgia - Virtual, South Carolina - Virtual, USA - NC - VirtualWorker TypeEmployeeWorker Sub-TypeRegularTime TypeFull timeJob Exempt
YesSkills Required
- Bachelor's degree
- 8+ years of commercial experience in the pharmaceutical and/or biotechnology industry
- 3+ years of experience in oncology
- 3+ years of oncology sales leadership experience
- Experience managing a specific geographic region
- Residence in the Southeast region
- Proximity to a major airport
- Documented sales success and established relationships in the assigned region
- Track record of successful business planning and execution
- High science aptitude and ability to coach, teach, and train
- Strong influencing, relationship-building, communication, collaboration, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Commercial, regulatory, and technical awareness
- Ability to travel 50–60%
- Valid U.S. driver's license in good standing
- 4+ years of successful leadership experience
- 3+ years of direct oncology leadership experience
- Master's degree
- Demonstrated people leadership and coaching experience
Takeda Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Takeda and has not been reviewed or approved by Takeda.
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Retirement Support — Employer-funded retirement is described as notably strong, combining a dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match with an additional company contribution that scales with age and service. Access to an employee stock purchase plan further supports long-term wealth building.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid bonding leave for all parents, substantial adoption/surrogacy reimbursement, and robust caregiver resources (backup care and Maven family-forming support) are emphasized as core strengths. These offerings create a comprehensive safety net for a range of family situations.
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple medical plan options (nationwide PPO/HSA and regional HMOs), employer HSA funding, and integrated mental-health and well-being programs signal depth in coverage. Preventive care is covered in-network, and plan choices by state expand access.
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What We Do
For over 240 years, Takeda’s propensity to evolve has driven the next generation of innovation, and as a future-focused organization, we’re continuing to drive forward with endurance in our steadfast pursuit to achieve the best outcomes for our patients in a rapidly changing world. We have been preparing for this period of value creation by investing in data, digital and technology, and we’re proud of our employees and their commitment to turning groundbreaking ideas into life-changing impacts. Since our founding in Japan, integrity and putting patients first have been at the heart of our identity, and we will emerge ready for our future as one of the most trusted and science-driven digital biopharmaceutical companies. Join a team where your innovation impacts lives. Together, we’ll realize improved outcomes by improving data quality, enhancing launch execution and improving the patient journey. You’ll play a critical role in accelerating data collection and increasing accuracy across all parts of the business. Patients across the globe will benefit from access to treatments afforded by greater opportunities and efficiency in our research and development.
Why Work With Us
We connect to our history and Japanese heritage through everything we do to bring our purpose, values, vision, and imperatives to life. We are committed to bringing better health and a brighter future to patients. Being a part of Takeda means having the opportunity to be a part of something bigger than yourself.
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