Senior Training Manager - Breast Franchise
Why AstraZeneca?
At AstraZeneca when we see an opportunity for change, we seize it and make it happen, because any opportunity,no matter how small, can be the start of something big. Delivering life-changing medicines is about being entrepreneurial - finding those moments and recognizing their potential. Join us on our journey of building a new kind oforganizationto reset expectations of what a bio-pharmaceutical company can be. This meanswe’reopening new ways to work, pioneeringcutting edgemethodsand bringing unexpected teams together.Interested? Come and join our journey.
We turn ideas intolife changingmedicines. Working here means being entrepreneurial, thinkingbigand working together to make the impossible a reality.We’refocused on the potential of science to address the unmet needs of patients around the world. We commit to those areas where we think we can really change the course of medicine and bring bignew ideasto life. North American Commercial is the ‘face’ of AstraZeneca to our many healthcare clients. Theyrepresentmany of the most well recognized and respected products in the industry and build strong relationships with healthcare professionals.
Our vision in Oncology is to help patients by redefining the cancer-treatment paradigm, with the aim of bringing new cancer medicines to patients. A broad pipeline of next-generation medicines is focused principally onfivedisease areas - breast,genitourinary/gynecologic,gastrointestinal,lung and hematological cancers.
Whatyou’lldo
TheSr.Training Managerfor theBreast FranchiseinOncologyaligns,designsand delivers learning anddevelopment experiences thatenableUS Commercialfieldpersonnel todrive effective engagement withcustomers. TheSr.Training Manager will beutilizedas the subject matter expertin aligning and developing trainingsolutionsmatched totheclinical and capability needsof the team. Areas of focus include new-hiretraining,ongoingcapabilitydevelopment aligned to brand/tumor strategy, andproduct orindicationlaunch training. Successful development of these solutions will require an understanding of the various needs of the Sales ForceandBrand and Tumor Strategy, as well as strong agency management skills.Strong communicationskills arerequiredto gain stakeholder alignment torecommended learning plans. Success factors for this role include cultural and operational adaptability,effectivestakeholder management,communicationand execution in a highly matrixed environment, and the ability toleverageagile ways of working.
Responsibilities of the role will include:
Anticipatingcurriculum developmentopportunities based on market trendsand alignedcustomer needs– proactive in recommending learning pathways
Being regarded astherapeuticexpert, proactivelysupportingpeersincontinuousdevelopment of theirClinical Acumen.
Flexing exceptional communication skills to multiple levels of stakeholders in a variety of situations: home officeand fieldleadership, cross-functional peers, large and small group facilitation, external agency management.
Leading without authority;collaboratingwith key stakeholders andbeinga leading contributor to shaping and influencing decisions and strategy
Takingcalculated risks to promote innovation inLearningandCapabilityDevelopment
Seeks out collaborative opportunities,above and beyondrole, to promote a culture of curiosity and ongoing learning.
Guide and mentor Training Managers, Rotational Trainers, and Plan 100 Participants, if requested by Director
Consistentlyapplyingagile,continuous development processesagainst all solutions and programs
Essential for the role
Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent required
3+ years of experience with subject matter knowledge and/or application within Oncology, preference for Breast experience
Healthcare consulting, project management or needs analysis at a business unit level
Minimum of at least3accumulated yearsof trainingortraining relatedexperience(eg.Rotational Training Manager, Regional Training Specialist, Foundations Trainer)
Ability to effectivelycommunicate andlead in a cross-functional environment, providing direction and guidance to team members with varied and complementary responsibilities
Strong knowledge of instructional systems designand/or adult learningmethodolgy
Desirable for the role
7+ years of a blend of Pharmaceutical, Biotech, and Oncology sales or sales leadership experience
Ability to translate brand/marketing strategy into effective training plans
Thorough understanding of market dynamic within the oncology space
Advanced degree in a related field or equivalent
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Date Posted
18-Mar-2026Closing Date
01-Apr-2026Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form.
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