Job Description
Key Account Manager (KAM) – Pharmaceutical
Job Type: Full-Time
Industry: Pharmaceutical / Biotechnology
Territory: Northeast U.S.
Work Arrangement: Remote
Travel: 60-70% overnight travel required
Compensation: $150K-$170K Base Salary + Incentive Opportunity
A growing specialty pharmaceutical company seeking an experienced Key Account Manager (KAM) to support the commercialization and expansion of a rare disease therapy across the Northeast region.
This individual will be responsible for managing key institutional accounts, academic medical centers, Centers of Excellence, and large specialty physician groups. The successful candidate will develop and execute strategic account plans, drive product adoption, and build long-term relationships with healthcare providers and key stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage large institutional and specialty accounts, including academic medical centers and Centers of Excellence
- Develop and execute regional and account-specific business plans aligned with commercial objectives
- Build and maintain relationships with physicians, practice administrators, purchasing managers, and key decision-makers
- Drive product adoption, access, and utilization within assigned accounts
- Identify, develop, and support clinical champions and key opinion leaders
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Medical Affairs, Marketing, Market Access, and other internal stakeholders
- Deliver clinical, business, and formulary presentations to healthcare professionals and healthcare systems
- Conduct regular account reviews and implement strategies to expand market penetration
- Maintain accurate CRM records and provide territory performance updates and KPI reporting
- Represent the company at professional conferences, educational programs, and industry events
- Proactively identify and pursue new business opportunities within the territory
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required
5+ years of pharmaceutical or biotechnology commercial sales experience
Experience managing institutional, academic, IDN, or large specialty healthcare accounts
Strong understanding of reimbursement, market access, specialty pharmacy, and patient support programs
Demonstrated success in strategic account planning and execution
Experience collaborating with cross-functional partners to achieve business objectives
Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills
Strong analytical and business planning capabilities
Ability to travel 60-70% overnight
Experience working within FDA and PhRMA compliance guidelines
Preferred Qualifications
- Rare disease commercial experience
- Neurology, dermatology, or specialty therapeutic experience
- Experience supporting product launches
- Experience working with academic medical centers and Centers of Excellence
- Knowledge of specialty pharmacy and reimbursement pathways
- Strong track record of building relationships with complex healthcare systems
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