First Line Sales Manager (R&I-NSW South)

About AstraZeneca
We are brave disruptors – entrepreneurial, courageous, and pioneering in our approach.  At AstraZeneca you have the opportunity to take initiative, be accountable, and lead change in our dynamic environment. We uphold the highest standards and stand at the forefront of the market with a distinguished pipeline in the industry. Our pipeline is constantly evolving; we aren't afraid to fail and are eager to learn and innovate from those experiences. You will contribute to our accomplishments as part of an organization that envisions new possibilities with science, harnessing data and technology to transform and enhance our capabilities.

What you’ll do

The First Line Sales Manager is a critically important role for our business. Reporting to the Head of Sales, you will be primarily responsible for the attainment of sales targets through effective leadership and management of our Primary Care Professional Sales Representatives across NSW South. The current territory includes Cronulla, Liverpool, Wollongong and Canberra territories. You will lead the development and delivery of local strategy and business plans to meet or exceed sales and call execution goals in territory.

Essential for the role

• Sales management experience within the pharmaceutical industry
• Experience in primary care GP sales and a successful selling track record 
• Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills with a strong customer focus 
• Proven successes in building strong external and internal relationships through effective communication, influencing and collaborative networking skills 
• Results orientation, strong business acumen and analytical skills to enable you to effectively contribute to the creation and implementation of sales/marketing strategies 
• Commitment to integrate data insights to inform, validate and articulate decisions and ability to collaborate around data to enhance customer experiences 
• Significant understanding of digital technologies and solutions and ability to lead and inspire others to bring them along on the digital journey
  

Desirable for the role

• Completed Medicines Australia 
• Business and/or Science related tertiary qualifications are preferred 
  

Why AstraZeneca 

At AstraZeneca Australia and New Zealand, you’ll find inspiring and passionate colleagues who are encouraged to reach their full potential. Leaders live the company’s Purpose and Values and earn colleagues’ respect by doing the right thing. The speak-up culture will help you feel empowered and appreciated for your work.  

AstraZeneca in Australia has been formally recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) and as a Bronze Tier Employer within the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI). Visit our ANZ Careers Page to learn more about our commitment to fostering a flexible, diverse, inclusive environment and our constant mission to be a ‘Great Place to Work’.

So, what’s next? 

• Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We have one seat available, and we hope it’s yours!  
• If you’re curious to know please reach out to Danielle Jones, applications close Wednesday 4th June 2025.
  

Where can I find out more?

• Our Social Media, Follow AstraZeneca on LinkedIn 
• Visit our websites https://www.astrazeneca.com.au/careers.html and https://www.astrazeneca.com/
• For some useful hints and tips, please visit https://careers.astrazeneca.com/application-hints-tips

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.