Associate Director, Commercial Training

POSITION SUMMARY:

As Intercept continues to build its position as the leader in rare and serious liver disease, we are seeking an Associate Director, Commercial Training.

We are looking to bring on an exceptional training professional who can contribute to building a leading U.S. organization that will advance Intercept’s mission of bringing innovative medicines to patients with non-viral chronic liver diseases.

The Associate Director of Commercial Training will provide support to the Senior Director of Commercial Training & Development and be responsible for the development and execution of Commercial training: strategy, development and execution, as well as delivering initial training courses to ensure employees have the requisite level of disease and product knowledge. This position will play a supportive role in leadership development and identifying the U.S. Commercial training needs (e.g., sales, product, market, and technical knowledge) and translating these into comprehensive, high quality and compliant training and development programs for all functions to deliver the business objectives. This role will provide ongoing training, support and coaching to the commercial home office and field teams. Responsibilities will include the provision, support, facilitation, design, and delivery of training initiatives that develop the competencies across U.S. Commercial teams.

The successful candidate will also be able to interact significantly with other functional and geographical teams across the company. It is critical that this person is committed to building effective cross-functional partnerships. The position requires adaptability and the capacity to own tasks, problem solve and see projects through to their end in a flexible and innovative manner.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identify commercial training and development needs; support the U.S. Commercial team (products/technical/skills) needs analysis; develop and implement training and development programs across the field functions

• Lead the development of high quality, effective sales training material including training facilitator and participate guides, while ensuring a blended learning approach

• Provide input on behalf of the Training function to the development of new marketing materials and messages

• Deliver initial training courses, providing new employees with the requisite level of disease and product knowledge and skills; this includes session development, coordination and evaluation of attendees

• Provide ongoing training, support and coaching to the customer-facing teams in line with the brand strategy; design and deliver bespoke training and development solutions focused on developing competencies

• Ensure that best practices in account management (ICPT model) and sales effectiveness are embedded in the sales process

• Record the status of completed training and proactively drive the implementation of new training; track and monitor the effectiveness of the training and development programs using appropriate tools and assess improvements; archive all training material meeting compliance and legal requirements; set up and maintain training record systems

• Liaise with Sales, Marketing, Regulatory, and Compliance teams to develop training materials, resources, and project plans

• Utilize and monitor project timelines, resources, and budget projections for short- and long-term high-impact training programs, ensuring that all training initiatives are executed effectively and efficiently

• Collaborate with agency partners as needed

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree required; on-the-job success is more important than postgraduate qualifications

• 4+ years of overall pharmaceutical/biotechnology experience required

• 1+ year prior pharmaceutical/biotechnology sales training experience required

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to work onsite in the Morristown, NJ office on a hybrid basis (minimum 2 days per week, plus all live training dates)

• Ability to travel occasionally (to National and/or POA meetings as required as well as field rides with representatives) which may include overnight and/or weekend travel

• Knowledge of multiple physician types including hepatologists and gastroenterologists (specific knowledge of liver or other metabolic diseases is highly preferred)

• Proven track record for delivering strong, consistent results in a pharmaceutical sales organization and being an effective, results-oriented project leader

• Must possess a strong ability to manage multiple projects across functional areas, and work independently when appropriate, in teams and as a sub-team lead

• Instructional design principles to create training content

• Strong communication skills with an in-depth understanding of specialty product sales, account management & sales processes

• Strong presentation skills in various settings

• Detail-oriented with impeccable organization skills

• Self-starter who demonstrates initiative, energy and enthusiasm; brings a positive, can-do approach to all challenges; works with an appropriate sense of urgency

• Proven ability to adapt complex content into customized workshops for diverse audiences

• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional environment as well as independently

• Flexibility and ability to adapt to changing conditions

• Sense of ethics and responsibility

• Learning agility and ‘scalability’ to take on increasing responsibility as Intercept grows

• Consistent demonstration and embodiment of our Corporate Beliefs: Passion for Innovation; Think Big, Act Small; Learn to Dare; and Teams Build the Future

• Ability to have fun and thrive in a growing, diverse, and inclusive work environment

ABOUT INTERCEPT:

Intercept is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of novel therapeutics to treat rare and serious liver diseases, including primary biliary cholangitis (PBC) and severe alcohol-associated hepatitis (sAH). In a new age of liver disease treatment, our team is developing vital therapies to meet the needs of those living with rare and serious liver disease. We are committed to improving patients’ lives and addressing the liver community’s most pressing needs.

People at Intercept are passionate about patients. You’ll see our patient photos lining our walls and hear their stories in town halls. We’re equally passionate about our team, ensuring each member feels included and has the opportunity to reach their potential. We recognize the power of an equal opportunity work force, and how it enriches the professional lives of our team members. Equal opportunity drives innovation and connects us to the patients and communities we serve.

For more information about Intercept, please visit our website at: www.interceptpharma.com and follow us on X at: @InterceptPharma.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

The anticipated salary range for this position is $170,000 to $190,000. This represents the anticipated low and high end of the salary range for this position. Actual salaries may vary based on various factors including, but not limited to, experience, skillset, and performance.

The salary range listed is just one component of our total compensation package. Intercept also provides a competitive suite of benefits, including:

• 401(k) plan with company match

• Rewards and recognition program

• Health care benefits (medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision insurance)

• Short and long-term disability coverage provided

• Plan coverage for domestic partners

• Paid parental leave benefits and adoption assistance

• Tuition reimbursement assistance

• A generous Paid Time Off program that includes 20 vacation days, 11 holidays, 4 personal days, and 2 volunteer days per calendar year

• Numerous well-being and work/life programs

EEO Statement

Employment decisions at the Company are made without unlawful regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, sex (including gender, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, legally protected genetic information, marital or partnership status, sexual and reproductive health decisions, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This organization participates in E-Verify (E-Verify's Right to Work guidance can be found here:

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