Sr Area Sales Manager

Chennai April 12, 2026 Full Time Attrax
We are looking for a skilled professional with 7 to 12 years of experience to lead our sales team in the biotech/pharma industry. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in sales management and leadership, with a proven track record of success in driving business growth.
Roles and Responsibility
  • Deliver sales performance and meet or exceed district sales plans within expense budgets.
  • Optimize resource utilization by leading, developing, and coaching Sales Team performance.
  • Ensure regular updates on Sales Team skills in medical, technical, and special in-field knowledge areas.
  • Professionally manage cross-functional cooperation, lead, manage, and coordinate effective multidisciplinary In Field Teams.
  • Align district priorities, activities, and engagement plans with brand strategy and national strategic priorities.
  • Monitor and consolidate regional engagement and account plans to feed the brand planning process.
Job Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent with 7+ years of experience in sales management or a related field.
  • Proven track record of success in biotech/pharma sales or sales management.
  • Strong leadership, management, and coaching skills.
  • Ability to build strong relationships with Key Opinion Leaders and other relevant stakeholders.
  • Strategic thinking and execution excellence.
  • English language proficiency (verbal and written) for all non-English speaking countries.
  • Recognized as a talent developer in the local biotech/pharma environment is preferred.
  • Marketing and other commercial experiences within the biotech/pharma industry are preferred.
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