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Vaccine Key Account Lead - Evanston, IN/Springfiel

GlaxoSmithKline

Springfield, IL
Full Time
Senior
149k-249k
28 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

The Vaccines Key Account Lead (VKAL) at GSK plays a crucial role in engaging C/D level clinical and non-clinical stakeholders within large health systems and public health to understand their needs and deliver a customized value proposition. The role involves leveraging customer relationship skills, healthcare contracting knowledge, and account management expertise to drive successful outcomes in vaccines sales and market penetration. GSK is committed to discovering and delivering transformational vaccines and medicines, with a focus on science, technology, and talent to get ahead of disease and positively impact global health.

Key Responsibilities

  • Engage with C/D level stakeholders within large health systems and state public health to understand their unique needs and priorities.
  • Deliver a customized value proposition that aligns with customer needs and GSK's vaccines portfolio.
  • Develop and execute strategic account plans to drive vaccines sales and market penetration within designated territories.
  • Establish and maintain strong relationships with healthcare professionals, healthcare delivery networks, and other key stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with internal teams, including marketing, R D, and business development, to align on strategies and ensure seamless execution.
  • Conduct thorough market analysis to identify opportunities and threats and adjust strategies accordingly.
  • Provide expert knowledge on GSK's vaccines portfolio, competitive products, and industry trends to inform and influence stakeholders.
  • Present and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, including live and remote presentations.
  • Negotiate and manage contracts with healthcare systems to secure favorable terms and conditions for GSK's vaccines.
  • Monitor and report on sales performance metrics, providing insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.
  • Travel up to 40% to meet with key accounts and attend relevant industry events.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in vaccines sales and/or large account/hospital account management.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Ability to travel up to 40% based on geography.

Nice to Have

  • Master's degree in business, public health, hospital administration, or a similar field.
  • Deep knowledge of contracting in the healthcare industry.
  • Vaccines sales experience.
  • Expertise in the vaccines marketplace, GSK and competitive portfolios, and customers.
  • Deep knowledge of the Health Systems business model, organizational structure, key stakeholder roles, and decision-making processes (P&T, formulary, etc.).
  • Experience calling on C/D level within large, complex healthcare delivery networks (IDNs and similarly structured systems) or public health entities.
  • Experience with lateral leadership in a highly matrixed organization.
  • Solid strategic aptitude and advanced business acumen.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and execute local-level business and strategic account plans.
  • Strong communication, presentation (live and remote), and influencing skills.
  • Skills in digital literacy, data analytics, and omnichannel engagement.
  • Emotional resilience and a growth mindset.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree.

Benefits & Perks

  • Annual base salary ranging from $149,250 to $248,750, depending on location, skills, experience, and education.
  • Annual bonus.
  • Eligibility to participate in share-based programs.

Working at GlaxoSmithKline

GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer and adheres to Affirmative Action principles, ensuring all qualified applicants receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, disability, genetic information, military service, or protected veteran status.

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Job Details

Posted AtJul 11, 2025
Job CategoryAccount Management
Salary149k-249k
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeHybrid
ExperienceSenior

About GlaxoSmithKline

Website

gsk.com

Location

Springfield, IL

Industry

Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing

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