National Sales Manager

Reporting to the Associate VP Latam, the National Sales Manager Brazil is responsible for the leadership and management of Sales Team, within their assigned geography, sales performance at a national level, business knowledge of the local landscape to assess key stakeholders, and to monitor and track future trends within the marketplace.
Your key responsibilities will be:
Provide inspirational leadership and strategic direction to Sales Team in order to exceed your performance objectives
Responsible for supervising the operations of the region including hiring, coaching, professional development, performance management, resource utilization, administration, and the assignment of key priority accounts within the medical community
Develops and implements territory plans that properly identify and prioritize activities to accomplish short and long-term business plan goals * Supports the national brand plan and corporate strategies
Establish and maintain an effective communications system among all members of the National team
Maintain required technical expertise in order to respond accurately to all questions regarding products, policies, and business-related issues from customers and representatives
Demonstrates clear and thorough understanding of disease states, products and relevant competitor products, including their mechanisms of action, indications, efficacy, safety, etc
Works in the field with all Sales Team members, coach and counsel on improvement of selling skills, product knowledge, business landscape, and capabilities needed for successful representative development
Effectively plan and execute business meetings (quarterly business meetings, 1:1's, national sales meetings) with Sales Team.
P&L responsibilities- develops and implements business plans, manages operational budget.
Interaction and partnership with brand marketing team and appropriate interactions with the Medical Science Liaison team to ensure alignment on strategic opportunities including thought leader development
Collaborates and communicates with internal customers on account strategy, plans, and execution
Solicit, embrace, and take action on feedback from your internal and external stakeholders
Exercise sound judgment and oversight to ensure integrity and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations as well as corporate policies in all activities and communications * Attend and participate in meetings and conferences as requested
Complete ad-hoc projects and responsibilities as requested
Fully understand and train Sales Team on IC plan components and how to achieve and exceed sales goals
Qualifications/Training/Experience
BA/BS Degree required; MBA or advanced degree in a related field preferred
Prior experience in a highly competitive Ophthalmology space is highly recommended
Previous marketing/sales experience preferred with five+ years spent in a related position with demonstrated leadership across peer and customer groups in pharma and/or biotech
Experience working with key thought leaders or high influence customers in large group practices, hospitals, IDN's, academic institutions, and GPO affiliated practices
Track record of proven sales success to include national awards, finishing in top 10%, etc.
Demonstrate leadership capabilities and financial management knowledge, as well as written and oral communication skills
Strong organizational and analytical skills are required and the ability to analyze and draw appropriate conclusions using sales data/call reporting software/applications
Proven ability to develop and motivate others, lead through change, and deliver on business imperatives is critical to be successful in this role
Travel & Other Requirements:
This position will require 50% or more travel to develop internal and external relationships
A valid driver's license and safe driving record, as well as proximity to a major airport hub
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