Regional Sales Manager, South Germany at Cytokinetics

Munich, Bavaria, Germany

Cytokinetics Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Biopharmaceutical, PharmaceuticalsIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in Life Sciences or an MBA is preferred
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry in field-based sales roles
  • At least 2 years of proven success in sales leadership, ideally in relevant areas

Responsibilities

  • Recruit, lead, coach, and mentor a high-performing team of Key Account Managers
  • Conduct regular field visits and coaching sessions to ensure effective sales execution
  • Set and monitor individual and team goals, including incentive plans and development objectives
  • Foster a collaborative, patient-centric, and results-driven culture
  • Ensure appropriate training, learning, and personal development opportunities for all team members
  • Establish and maintain a positive and motivating working environment
  • Role model Cytokinetics’ company values
  • Develop and execute a strategic regional business plan aligned with national objectives, in close collaboration with the DACH Leadership Team
  • Define and implement segmentation and targeting strategies for key local prescriber groups
  • Co-establish sales objectives with country leadership by forecasting and setting annual quotas, projecting sales volumes and market shares for existing and new products
  • Monitor regional performance against targets, analyze gaps, and adjust strategies proactively
  • Implement and oversee the rollout of CRM systems and tools to support sales effectiveness
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), healthcare professionals (HCPs), and key accounts
  • Educate providers on the clinical benefits and appropriate use of the company’s therapies
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with medical, market access, and marketing teams to ensure aligned customer engagement and product support
  • Develop and implement account action plans to drive in-label usage of approved products within the appropriate patient populations
  • Ensure full adherence to regulatory, legal, and compliance standards
  • Promote ethical sales practices and maintain accurate documentation
  • Monitor competitive trends and market dynamics, adjusting strategies as needed
  • Complete operational requirements by scheduling and assigning responsibilities, and following up on execution and results

Skills

Sales Leadership
Team Management
Key Account Management
Strategic Planning
Customer Engagement
Regulatory Compliance
Field Coaching
Performance Management
Incentive Planning

Cytokinetics

Develops drugs for muscle function disorders

About Cytokinetics

Cytokinetics focuses on developing medicines that improve muscle function for patients with cardiovascular and neuromuscular diseases. Their products are small molecule drugs designed to either enhance or inhibit muscle function, tailored to specific therapeutic needs. The company has a pipeline of drugs, including omecamtiv mecarbil and reldesemtiv, which are in various stages of clinical trials. Unlike many competitors, Cytokinetics emphasizes rigorous scientific research and has conducted over 50 clinical trials to ensure the effectiveness of its treatments. The goal is to bring new therapies to market that address the unmet needs of patients suffering from conditions like heart failure, ALS, and HCM.

South San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
1998Year Founded
$58.4MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Risks

Increased competition could impact market share and profitability.
Potential delays in clinical trials could hinder drug commercialization.
Dependence on strategic partnerships may expose Cytokinetics to risks if challenges arise.

Differentiation

Cytokinetics focuses on muscle activators and inhibitors for cardiovascular and neuromuscular diseases.
The company has a robust pipeline including omecamtiv mecarbil and aficamten.
Cytokinetics engages in strategic partnerships, like with Sanofi, to expand market reach.

Upsides

Recent investments indicate strong interest in muscle activators and inhibitors.
Strategic partnerships, like with Sanofi, expand market reach and potential revenue.
Significant funding from Royalty Pharma supports commercial launch and R&D advancements.

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