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AbbVie Manager, CoE Strategy & Medical Education Event, Allergan Medical Institute in Tokyo, Japan
Company Description
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas – immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn.
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY:
Reporting to the AMI Lead, Medical Education Manageris accountable for developing, executing, and managing Allergan Medical Institute (AMI) medical education programs focused on educating aesthetic healthcare providers (HCPs) on the Facial Aesthetics portfolio of products; BOTOX Vista® and JUVÉDERM Vista® Collection of Fillers. In this role, the Medical Education Manager, fosters strong relationships internally with brand marketing teams, sales personnel, legal and compliance and externally with the AMI Faculty, Key Opinion Leaders, HCPs, agency partners, and assists in creating innovative, best-in-class product education initiatives including HCP educational training including events, digital education, and HCP development to support the overall goals and objectives of the company.
The successful candidate will have experience working in a multi-faceted high-paced matrix environment, strong communication and collaborations skills, ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously and work under pressure, is a self-starter and able to accomplish objectives and tasks on-time and within budget.
key duties & responsibilities
EDUCATION ACTIVITIES
Develop the AMI annual brand plan and execute on key strategies.
Develop, execute, and manage medical education programs/curriculums and operations, with a focus on enhancing customer engagement and experience on AA products - BOTOX® Cosmetic and JUVÉDERM® Collection of Fillers.
Support the AMI Lead in Faculty development strategy and execution of this plan on a yearly and continuous basis
Strategically enhance and manage the ‘AMI Faculty of Experts’ speaker’s bureau to develop advocates of AMI Medical Education strategy for the purpose of promoting the proper use of AA products
Assist the Event Manager in planning and executing small- and large-scale programs and symposiums.
Manage multiple projects simultaneously and be able to prioritize activities based on business need and impact
Manage and review monthly program analytics and present findings/recommendations.
Effectively manage and direct agency partners on program operations, structure, and content.
Cultivate strong relationships with cross functional departments.
Ensure programs are executed compliantly and in-line with regulatory and legal regulations.
Take a proactive approach in researching new trends in facial aesthetics.
Manage the teams’ expenses within the agreed budget and contribute towards the setting of future budgets.
Travel to select programs, events, and conventions.
MARKETING ACTIVITIES
Partner closely with the Brand team in creating innovative, best-in-class product education initiatives that support the overall goals and objectives of the brands.
Ensure you are fully briefed on all marketing campaigns and materials and their related strategies. Review marketing materials prior to their use or communication to determine whether you should take a lead or supporting role.
Constantly seek to and provide impactful and innovative training and educational materials, resources, and programs that enable the in-field team in maximizing their customer interactions.
TEAM MANAGEMENT
Design and implement achievable yet stretch and strategically aligned goals that support the strategic direction of the company. Monitor the progress of these goals and implement coaching improvement strategies where necessary.
Create a positive team environment through the demonstration of strong leadership behaviors, including communicating expectations clearly, instilling an atmosphere of trust and respect, and leading by example.
Use a mix of coaching and development tools to help each team member realize their full potential. Performing all related people management activities, including recruiting new team members, conducting performance reviews, coaching for improved performance, reward and recognition, etc.
WORKPLACE HEALTH & SAFETY
- Proactively participate in Allergan’s WHS programs, adhere to policies and promote a safe work environment at all times.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree or higher.
Successful completion of relevant tertiary qualifications – science, healthcare or business related is preferred.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Brand Strategy and design:
Minimum 5 years of marketing or medical roles within Aesthetic/Pharmaceutical/Device or consumer goods experience.
A strong understanding of educational program delivery as part of a marketing/brand management role is preferred.
Experience in brand management roles/ medical strategy and education/ KOL development & event management would be advantageous.
Strong commercial, marketing/brand management background with a proven track record of achieving targets.
Passion and enthusiasm for education and driving behavioral change
Fundamentals:
Strategic thinking and ability to execute on tactics on time
Financial/budgetary experience
Self-starter, able to collaborate with others to accomplish objectives
Ability to effectively interact with all levels of executive management
Ability to set priorities and handle multiple tasks simultaneously with a high level of efficiency and be flexible with changing task.
Ability to effectively engage with customers in a professional and compliant manner
Outstanding organization skills with close attention to detail
Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to build relationships, collaborate and influence key external and internal stakeholders
Strong creative and conceptual thinking skills
Strong problem resolution skills
Excellent presentation, communication & writing skills
Intermediate or above skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
Receptivity to feedback – welcomes and acts on feedback and displays humility
Navigates ambiguity – positively and proactively reacts to and manages ambiguous or unclear situations
Advanced Japanese and English
Ability to travel both internationally and domestically
Additional Information
AbbVie is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives, serving our community and embracing diversity and inclusion. It is AbbVie’s policy to employ qualified persons of the greatest ability without discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected group status.
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