Sales Team Lead Rare Diseases (w/m/d) South

Our Client

A fast-growing, globally active biotech company with strong roots in the rare disease space and a clear focus on immunology and severe autoimmune conditions. The company is dedicated to developing innovative, antibody-based therapies for patients with high unmet medical need, translating cutting-edge science into meaningful treatment options.

What sets the organization apart is its specialization in rare and complex diseases, a highly focused and innovative pipeline, and a strong international presence across Europe, the United States, and Japan. In addition, it combines scientific excellence with a clear ambition to ensure patient access to novel therapies.

The culture is entrepreneurial, collaborative, and purpose-driven, with teams united by curiosity, innovation, and a shared commitment to making a tangible difference in patients’ lives.

Job Description

Your responsibilities in this role

  • Develop and execute the regional commercial strategy, adapting plans to local market dynamics and opportunities
  • Lead, coach and develop a team of Key Account Managers to drive performance and customer excellence
  • Support the team in account planning, stakeholder prioritization and customer development strategies
  • Deliver regional sales and business objectives through effective execution and leadership
  • Identify growth opportunities and implement initiatives to expand market presence
  • Collaborate closely with Medical Affairs, Market Access and cross-functional teams to ensure a coordinated customer approach
  • Foster an open feedback culture and encourage knowledge sharing across the team
  • Develop talent by leveraging individual strengths and supporting career growth
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key opinion leaders, decision-makers and healthcare stakeholders
  • Translate market, customer and competitive insights into actionable business strategies
  • Act as a leadership role model, driving collaboration, engagement and change
  • Represent the company and its products professionally with customers and external partners

What you bring to the role

  • Proven ability to lead, coach and develop high-performing teams
  • Strong track record of driving results through cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement
  • Deep understanding of the healthcare landscape and customer environment
  • Agile mindset with the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-changing and complex environment
  • Minimum 5 years of successful biopharmaceutical field experience, including exposure to rare diseases; neurology experience is a plus
  • At least 3 years of people leadership experience, with demonstrated success in coaching, talent development and building high-performing teams

Your benefits with our client

  • Close collaboration in a highly motivated, international team
  • Strong learning curve and individual growth opportunities
  • Dynamic setting with room for ideas and personal contribution
  • Competitive salary package and long-term career development opportunities


Contact Person

Volker Geiße

vg@nik-executivesearch.com

Location & Setup

Germany, South

München

Inactive

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