Axsome Therapeutics, Inc.
is a biopharmaceutical company developing and delivering novel therapies for the management of central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
The Axsome team is a lean, dynamic group of individuals committed to addressing unmet needs for patients with CNS disorders.
Axsome is based in New York City.
About This Role
Axsome Therapeutics is seeking a Specialty Account Manager (SAM) to execute commercial activities for assigned geographies, establish relationships with customers, and ensure a successful launch of Auvelity in major depressive disorder (MDD).
This role is field-based and will require gaining access to customers in a clinic or hospital setting while also maximizing the ability to engage through digital channels.
The Field SAM will be responsible for product performance at a territory level and expected to be a disease category expert and product champion.
The SAM will provide account management support and exhibit business knowledge of the local landscape to assess key stakeholders plus future trends within the marketplace.
Job Responsibilities and Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
Proficient in both virtual and live customer engagements
Develop a comprehensive and effective territory business plan aimed at achieving and exceeding annual goals established by commercial leadership
Promote Auvelity within approved labeling in a comprehensive, fair, and ethical manner that is consistent with industry specific and corporate legal and regulatory guidelines
Develop strong customer relationships by better understanding the customer's needs
Serve as a resource/consultant to customers and staff regarding payer policies and processes (i.
e.
, eligibility and benefit verification, prior-authorization, and appeals/denials)
Maximize use of marketing resources to maintain and develop customer relationships for the purpose of growing the customers' confidence to prescribe Axsome medications for appropriate patients
Communicate territory activity in an accurate and timely manner as directed by management
Provide feedback to sales and commercial leadership, colleagues, marketing, and other internal departments about changing environment and results
Successfully complete all training classes
Complete administrative duties in an accurate and timely fashion
Manage efforts within assigned promotional budget
Effectively collaborate across all corporate functions
Attend medical congresses and society meetings as needed
Ensure timely access for patients through patient services and savings programs
Minimal overnight travel as indicated by the needs of the business
Additional responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications / Requirements
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
Minimum of 5 years of field customer experience and/or account management
Demonstrated experience delivering outstanding results
Minimum of 3 years Healthcare Professional experience with relevant CNS/Psychiatry experience will also meet the qualifications for this role
Previous pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical marketing/sales experience with at least five years in specialty sales
CNS/Psychiatry experience strongly preferred
Launch experience strongly preferred
Must live in the territory's geography
Experience strategizing within cross-functional teams, utilizing differential resources to achieve business goals
Proven ability to successfully manage multiple tasks concurrently under aggressive timelines in a dynamic environment
Comfortability with uncertainty and high expectations
Patient support services experience a plus
Strong digital marketing aptitude
Strong interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills
Salary & Benefits
The anticipated salary range for this role is $110,000 - $150,000.
We encourage candidates of all levels to apply as there may be flexibility on final job title and responsibilities.
The salary offer will be based on a variety of factors, including experience, qualifications, internal equity and location.
Axsome offers a competitive employment package that includes an annual bonus, significant equity and a generous benefits package.
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