Senior Manager - Professional Relations

Driven by a bold pursuit of science and fueled by an unwavering commitment to patients, Sun Pharma is a leading global pharmaceutical company, providing high-quality medicines trusted by healthcare professionals and patients.

As part of our mission to Reach People and Touch Lives, we deliver Innovative Medicines, Generics and Consumer Healthcare products that improve the lives of millions of people. With a broadly diversified portfolio of products that span multiple therapeutic areas, we improve access to effective, affordable treatments that promote better health and well-being.

Job purpose

The Senior Manager, Professional Relations – Oncology is a key member of the commercial team and will be responsible for helping to build the Oncology brands among dermatologists, Mohs Surgeons, Medical Oncologists key opinion leaders (KOLs), professional societies, and commercial partners. The Senior Manager, Professional Relations – Oncology is a field-based, non-sales role, passionate about enhancing and improving interactions with external Health Care Professionals in Dermatology and Oncology (both Community and Academic based).

The Senior Manager will be focused on increasing awareness of our branded products and building advocacy. Someone who can engage, capture market insights, and liaise with marketing to help and establish Sun Pharma Canada Oncology as an emerging partner in optimizing patient care. All interactions are always within label, and consistent with commercial compliance, legal and regulatory guidelines. This position will also be instrumental in developing a KOL engagement plan to have a comprehensive understanding of the opportunities and competitive landscape in dermatology and oncology. The successful candidate must collaborate closely with Marketing, Medical Affairs, Market Access and Sales leadership to educate, garner feedback, and support initiatives. This position reports to the Director of Marketing & Sales, Oncology, Canada.

Duties and responsibilities

• Build and drive National and Regional engagement strategy for Sun Pharma Canada Oncology Products (UNLOXCYT and future launch brands) to improve awareness and strengthen relationships with key opinion leaders, professional societies and commercial partners. 
• Oversee the development and execution of engagement plans for all stakeholders in a compliant manner.
• Regular engagements with Sun Medical, Commercial and Field Leadership Teams and leadership in the development and management of key customers and thought leader relationships.
• Plan and execute key thought leader engagements and senior executive encounters at local, regional and national conferences, POAs, in-field engagements, and other venues in a compliant manner. 
• Assist with on-label key thought leader development, including speakers, with approved decks and materials.
• Facilitate certain speaker logistics, scheduling activities, and working cross functionally to ensure timely communication.
• Provide feedback on Cutaneous Oncology Franchise and brand-related marketing strategies/materials to commercial leadership.
• Provide ad board participant recommendations, and attend ad boards where needed, while additionally providing speaker recommendations.
• Facilitate speaker bureau management, including contracting when requested.
• Support home office marketing team efforts through input sessions and assistance with conference planning.
• Ongoing demonstration of compliant collaboration, teaming and pull-through across stakeholders (Medical Affairs, Marketing, Sales Leadership and Market Access) to coordinate a consistent company approach to key customers.
• This is a field-based non-sales role: Ability to travel required (60% - including overnight travel), including regular visits to corporate office in Mississauga, ON, Canada; must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record.

Additional responsibility (Only applicable to customer facing roles)

Report any adverse event received from customers for company products to the pharmacovigilance department / Drug Safety on the same day or within 1 business day

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business or Life Sciences discipline required.  Master’s degree or advanced education/certification is a plus.
• Bilingual (English and French) preferred
• Specialty pharmaceutical/biopharmaceutical, Medical Device experience with a minimum of 10 years of work experience in one or more of the following: medical affairs, field sales management, product marketing, or medical / clinical experience; Experience in the Dermatology and/or Oncology is a plus.
• Comprehensive understanding of Dermatology and Oncology marketplace required.
• Current understanding of pharmaceutical promotional rules and regulations.
• Work within label, and regulatory and legal compliance guidelines.
• Strong customer focus and demonstrated ability in developing effective strategic relationships required.
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to work proactively with Medical Affairs, Marketing, Sales Leadership and Market Access, and other business partners.
• Strategic thinking abilities – demonstrated through a track record of success in developing and executing plans – and a strong sense of urgency.
• Resourceful, strategic and analytical thinker and creative problem solver. Interacts at multiple levels inside and outside the company. Tact, diplomacy, and a high level of professionalism are essential.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including strong presentation skills.
• This individual must have a record of accomplishment and high performance, delivering exceptional results. They must have strong analytical, project management, fiscal management and decision-making skills.
• They must have a positive attitude and be adaptable to a dynamic “startup” type of environment without losing focus on business goals. This individual should be a strong and dependable leader who operates with integrity, builds trust with management, their cross-functional partners and assigned customers.

Working conditions

Field based role

Physical requirements

Hybrid role

Direct reports

NA

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

The presently-anticipated base compensation pay range for this position is $138,500 to $169,500. Actual base compensation may vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to geographical location and experience. In addition, this position is part of the Annual Performance Bonus Plan. Employees are eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs which include medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; RRSP savings plan; and the employee assistance program. Employees also receive various paid time off benefits, including vacation time and sick time.

The compensation and benefits described above are subject to the terms and conditions of any governing plans, policies, practices, agreements, or other materials or documents as in effect from time to time, including but not limited to terms and conditions regarding eligibility. If hired, the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company, or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees as assigned to this job. Nothing herein shall preclude the employer from changing these duties from time to time and assigning comparable duties or other duties commensurate with the experience and background of the incumbent(s).

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