About this role
<p><span style="color:#000000;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif"><strong>About the Department </strong></span></span></p> <p><span style="color:#000000;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif">Novo Nordisk’s Market Access and Public Affairs team engages diverse stakeholders across political and healthcare landscapes to forge solutions that drive patient access to innovative products. We strive to deliver the best possible outcomes for patients with diabetes, obesity, growth hormone deficiencies and rare bleeding disorders through mutual wins for both Novo Nordisk and our Market Access customers. Our passion for helping people live better lives and our award-winning product pipeline can only be as effective as our ability to provide information to healthcare providers, key stakeholders and policymakers. Our Market Access and Public Affairs professionals ensure that the latest therapies and products reach the people who need them most, by creating an environment where innovation and chronic disease management drive optimal health outcomes. Are you ready to realize your potential?</span></span></p><p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><strong>The Position</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Builds relationships, and differentiates Novo Nordisk products in the marketplace, with targeted accounts that influence patient access and care. Targets include a range of influential stakeholders and decision makers, including but not limited to: Payers/Regional PBMs, Health Systems with aligned Payers, Municipalities, Coalitions, Specialty Pharmacy, Federal Agencies and Employers, as defined by the role. Account activities include, but are not limited to, formulary placement/consideration for Novo Nordisk products, integrating overall NNI brand and corporate awareness across the customer 's organizational structure.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><strong>Relationships</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">This position reports into a Director or Senior Director within the Area Market Access Team. Internally, this position has the responsibility of informing all appropriate NNI personnel of any access changes or updates in account status within targeted accounts, which may impact sales and marketing activities or other efforts across the organization. Key collaboration partners include the entire Market Access & Public Affairs Team, PCOR (Pricing, Contracting, Operations and Reimbursement), Marketing, Area Commercial Sales Team, Medical Affairs, Legal & Compliance and Human Resources.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">External relationships include responsibility for multiple channels and customers as outlined in the Purpose of this Job Description. This role also develops productive relationships and maintains contact with key account personnel, including C-suite executives and department heads. Additionally, this role maintains relationships with other local associations, organizations, and patient support partners.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><strong>Essential Functions</strong></span></p> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Masters Product and Disease State Knowledge:</span> <ul style="list-style-type:circle"> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Demonstrates a clear and thorough understanding of targeted disease states and their impact on all stakeholders/customers, as well as the full range of treatment options available and associated clinical outcomes</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Leverages detailed knowledge of both Novo Nordisk and competitor products to communicate effectively and appropriately with key decision makers and influencers and differentiate NNI products in alignment with customer and patient needs and goals</span></li> </ul> </li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Demonstrates Business Acumen:</span> <ul style="list-style-type:circle"> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Leverages appropriate proactive methods to gather and demonstrate a thorough understanding of integrated customer accounts, customer business models, financial dynamics, marketplace developments, competitive strategies, healthcare policy and NNI strategies and processes</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Builds knowledge about national sales and marketing strategies and learns how to adapt to an Areas unique market dynamics. Observes the changing local and national healthcare environment and adjusts business plans accordingly</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Coordinates, implements, and follows through on all relevant account contracts</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Keeps abreast of all pricing changes and related impact to customer relationships and decision-making</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Highlights NNI PRB approved patient-centric resources when relevant</span></li> </ul> </li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Builds Business-Relevant Relationships:</span> <ul style="list-style-type:circle"> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Leverages a network of relationships with internal and external stakeholders in order to ensure an aligned, customer-focused approach for the execution of business plans. This includes, but is not limited to, relationships with Sales colleagues to address localized geographic needs and opportunities</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Identifies key stakeholders who impact relevant customer accounts</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Develops plans to gain access to, build, maintain and leverage ongoing business-relevant relationships</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Maintains and keeps customer information current within approved NNI CRM platform(s)</span></li> </ul> </li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Develops and Executes Business Plans:</span> <ul style="list-style-type:circle"> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Identifies business opportunities based on an understanding of customers across geography</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Develops business plans, with leadership guidance, that facilitate access to the NNI portfolio</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Engages with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment around opportunities and integrated customer account approaches</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Follows-up with internal and external stakeholders to review product value, quality of care and account satisfaction</span></li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><strong>Physical Requirements</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">30-40% overnight travel required; Driver must maintain a valid driver’s license. Must be in good standing by not exceeding the Novo Nordisk points threshold assigned based on review of Motor Vehicle Records.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><strong>Qualifications</strong></span></p> <ul style="list-style-type:disc"> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">A Bachelors Degree required</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Masters Degree in business-relevant field preferred</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Previous experience as a people manager preferred</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">At least 5 years pharmaceutical/biotech / healthcare industry experience required</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">At least 1 year successful account management or other relevant experience within the healthcare market; relevant Novo Nordisk experience may be substituted, where appropriate</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Multiple channel and customer experience preferred</span></li> <li style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black"><span style="font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt;color:black">Demonstrated ability to deliver effective customer presentations</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black">This position is part of a job family. Title and level within the job family are evaluated based on a number of factors, such as years of experience, scope of work, proficiency, and business need. Candidates will be assessed for the most appropriate title and level within the job family during the recruitment process. The base range of pay for each title in this job family are as follows:</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black">• Regional Account Manager I - $116,810 to $216,100</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black">• Regional Account Manager II - $116,810 to $216,100</span><br><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black">• Sr Regional Account Manager - $148,290 to $259,510</span><br><br><br></p> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black">In addition, this position is eligible for a company bonus based on individual and company performance. Novo Nordisk offers long-term incentive compensation and or company vehicles depending on the position's level or other company factors.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:verdana, geneva, sans-serif;color:black">Employees are also eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs including medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; disability insurance; 401(k) savings plan; flexible spending accounts; employee assistance program; tuition reimbursement program; and voluntary benefits such as group legal, critical illness, identity theft protection, pet insurance and auto/home insurance. The Company also offers time off pursuant to its sick time policy, flex-able vacation policy, and parental leave policy.</span></p><p><span style="color:#000000;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif">We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="color:#000000;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif">At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and defeating diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="color:#000000;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif">Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="color:#000000;font-size:10.0pt"><span style="font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif">If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.</span></span></p>