Strategic Account Manager -- Harm Reduction, Southeast US

Operates and manages the public interest channel strategy and implementation for the OTC Naloxone business across geographically aligned states/territories. Responsible for growing Naloxone sales in government, non-profit and business to business accounts. Engages in advocacy to enhance harm reduction efforts and improve public access to naloxone, aligning these initiatives with business objectives to ensure a balance between social responsibility and business growth. Position reports to the Director- Government Contracts and Sales

Note: This position is open to all U.S. locations as a remotely-based role, or can be a Hybrid role with office time if located in Western Michigan or the Minneapolis-St. Paul, Minnesota area.

Job duties:

• Work collaboratively with Director- Government Contracts and Sales, Padagis Leadership, and cross-functional teams to establish a business plan and strategy for expanding naloxone's presence in geographically aligned states/territories.
• Develop and manage sales execution and partnerships directly with government entities, non-profit organizations and harm reduction organizations, optimizing access and coverage.
• Identify and target decision-makers and key opinion leaders to unlock opportunities within target states.
• Oversee the preparation, submission, and execution of Requests for Quotations (RFQs) and contracts with government entities, ensuring compliance and competitive positioning.
• Develop direct relationships with government entities and partners to maximize awareness of Padagis and collaborate on solutions to improve access of naloxone.
  
  
  
  • Assists with sales forecasting activities, setting ambitious yet achievable performance goals to guide team efforts and resource allocation.
  • Spearhead participation in state public health initiatives, collaborating with public health agencies to advocate for programs that support naloxone distribution and awareness.
  • Analyze market trends, policy changes, and public health data to inform strategic decisions, and influence state policies to support naloxone distribution and use.
  • Guide prospective and new accounts through Padagis Direct ecommerce portal.
  
  
  
  

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• At least 5 years of experience in a Pharma/OTC sales role within government/public interest.
• At least 3 years of experience with contract negotiations.
• B2B sales experience.
• Strong network across government agencies including but not limited to: public health departments, state procurement offices, SAMHSA, HHS, NIH, etc.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Demonstrated ability for relationship management with key stakeholders from all different levels to grow reach and influence.
• Excellent interpersonal, and oral and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite- Excel, PowerPoint, Word

Preferred qualifications:

• Understanding of the public interest influence channels for naloxone.
• Strong network across government agencies including but not limited to public health departments, state procurement offices, SAMHSA, HHS, NIH, etc.
• Background in advocacy- patient, legislative or other advocacy disciplines

About us:

At Padagis our focus is on health care products that improve people's lives. We are a market-leading generic prescription pharmaceutical company that specializes in "extended topical" medications, like creams, foams, mousses, gels, liquids and inhalable products. It's a great time to join our team because we have a high growth trajectory with now more than 1,300 employees across six locations in the United States and Israel. We've already established a successful track record of launching first-to-file and first-to-market generic pharmaceutical products that have helped to make prescription products more affordable for patients and reduce costs for the healthcare system. Our team members work in a dynamic environment where opportunity is built on a foundation of honesty and transparency. Please consider joining our team where great things are happening and you can make a difference.

What's Next:

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