Associate Director, US Field Force Deployment and Effectiveness

Introduction to role:
Are you ready to lead and innovate in a rapidly growing commercial environment? As the Associate Director, US Commercial Field Force Deployment & Effectiveness, you will be pivotal in driving Alexion's US business success. This role involves leading and supporting processes that enhance our Commercial Operations organization from a Deployment and Field Force Effectiveness perspective. You will manage and recommend strategies for territory sizing and structure, ensuring optimal balance between business potential and geographic optimization. With your expertise, you'll guide Functional Area Leadership in making informed decisions. Are you prepared to make a significant impact?

Accountabilities:
• Provide strategic leadership to advance Alexion’s Deployment strategy in partnership with the Director, US Field Force Deployment and Sales Force Effectiveness.
• Collaborate proactively with key stakeholders to execute initiatives related to Field Force Deployment and Effectiveness.
• Lead, develop, and execute our Deployment Framework, including customer segmentation, targeting, field force size and structure, territory alignments, and field execution analytics.
• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert and ambassador of Alexion’s Deployment Framework.
• Direct the quarterly alignment process for business units and functional areas, ensuring operational readiness for strategy implementation.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to plan and execute field force realignments.
• Manage the field roster for assigned functional areas.
• Ensure compliance with state registration requirements for field personnel.

Essential Skills/Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
• 8+ years of related health care industry experience: pharmaceuticals, strategy consulting
• Advanced knowledge of Field Force Deployment and Effectiveness processes in the pharmaceutical industry
• Experience with Territory Design software such as Javelin Territory Designer
• Knowledge of roles in Field Reimbursement, Strategic Account Management, Patient Services, and Medical Science Liaisons
• Ability to evaluate optimal field territory alignments
• Adaptability in a fast-paced environment managing complex assignments
• High level of integrity and dependability with urgency
• Excellent presentation and communication skills for interaction with senior leadership
• Proficiency in MS Office software including Word, Excel, Outlook, Visio, and PowerPoint
• Strong analytical skills and business problem-solving acumen

Desirable Skills/Experience:
• Advanced knowledge of Field Force Deployment processes for various field roles
• Understanding of US geography and territory design for field forces
• Pharmaceutical Field Experience
• Master’s degree or MBA

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

At AstraZeneca, you will find an environment that fosters innovation and growth. Our entrepreneurial spirit combined with the resources of a global pharma company creates a unique space where you can define your career path. We are committed to making a difference in the lives of patients with rare diseases through groundbreaking research and development. Our culture encourages collaboration, diversity, and inclusion, empowering you to take ownership of your work and expand your skills. Join us in our mission to change lives for the better.

Ready to make an impact? Apply now to join our team!

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