
Associate Director – Trade Relations
Sobi - Swedish Orphan Biovitrum AB (publ)
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: Massachusetts • United States
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Salary
💰 $150,000 - $200,000 per year
Job Level
About the role
- Develop SP/SD pipeline partners for Sobi’s current and future portfolio needs
- Develop and maintain integrated business plans for SP/SD Department which measure specialty pharmacy progress and performance
- Measure SP/SD program performance on a monthly and quarterly basis, communicating results to leadership, and cross functional teams
- Build strong relationships with wholesalers and specialty pharmacies to ensure awareness of Sobi’s products and pricing
- Support day-to-day activities with distribution partners to ensure effective and efficient delivery of products to end-user customers
- Analyze the local environment and align Sobi’s priorities to develop trade customer plans that deliver on defined business objectives
- Develop and execute account-based product distribution / new product launches and inventory management plans aligned to current and future brand strategy, including gross/net financial goals
- Collaborate on the returns process from customers; identify any variances from expected levels of returns and recommend any changes needed to Returned Goods Policy
- Collaborate with Distribution Operations to ensure data reporting and supply chain needs are aligned with account needs
- Oversee trade customer returns to ensure compliance with Sobi’s Returns Policy
- Maintain open communication across the organization, particularly regarding cross-region and cross-functional customer efforts
- Provide insights into channel trends and monitor distribution services to ensure optimal performance
- Exercise sound judgment to ensure integrity and compliance with company policies and regulatory guidelines in all activities and communications
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required
- 10+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships
- Proven success in driving sales through effective account development and implementation
- Ability to influence and lead cross-functional teams
- Strong conflict resolution and problem-solving skills
- Experience in establishing high-level customer relationships
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce)
- Strong customer focus, both internal and external
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects effectively
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and highly visible environment
- Comfort working with ambiguity and incomplete information
- Valid state driver’s license with proof of state minimum vehicle insurance
Benefits
- Competitive compensation for your work
- Generous time off policy
- Opportunity to broaden your horizons by attending popular conferences
- Emphasis on work/life balance
- Collaborative and team-oriented environment
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
account developmentinventory managementdata reportingsales drivingprogram performance measurementtrade customer plansreturns process managementcompliance with regulatory guidelinesfinancial goal alignmentproduct distribution
Soft Skills
interpersonal skillscollaborative working relationshipsinfluence and leadershipconflict resolutionproblem-solvingcustomer focusproject managementcommunication skillspresentation skillsadaptability
Certifications
Bachelor's degreevalid state driver's license