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Job Description

The Senior Training Manager supports a Brand or Franchise organization in the creation, design and delivery of training solutions to the Oncology field sales organization. This role is accountable to the Director, Franchise PPD Training and the Franchise/Brand Sales and Marketing Leaders (SDs/RMs, Marketing Directors) to ensure both T&D and Brand Strategy is effectively represented in all training programs and solutions.

This is a hybrid position and requires the ability to commute to our Mettawa, IL office at least 3 days per week.

Responsibilities

Understanding and adhering to the Code of Business Conduct, Operating Guidelines and PDMA guidelines.Actively sets mutual expectations with T&D’s Business Partners including the field and home office groups so that working relationships are constructive and productiveBuilds trust and credibility with Business Partners through regular interaction and is evidenced by feedback and proven working partnershipsBuilds a sense of team within T&D demonstrated through mutual respect and support of peers and othersLeverages T&D core platforms and content within the specific Franchise/Brand training products limiting “reinventing the wheel” as appropriateDemonstrates direct and open communication within T&D and with all Business Partners resulting in positive relationships and mutual understanding and agreementProvides candid and specific verbal performance feedback resulting in training participants being aware of strengths and weaknesses including a plan for improved performanceProvides written evaluations that are specific, highlighting strengths and addressing areas for improvement which training participants can act on resulting in improved performanceRecognizes the skill level of training participants and adjusts coaching and training techniques to meet the needs of individualsHelps to develop Guest Trainers by providing them a meaningful role in the class, one-to-one coaching including performance feedbackActs as a mentor to other NSTs and “leads through teamwork” cultivating and maintaining positive peer-to-peer relationshipsClassroom leadership: Demonstrates the ability to effectively address coaching challenges – behavioral, over-achievers, low performers – so that the entire class is able to benefit, progress and learnDemonstrates ability to “manage up” evidenced by interactions with Business Partners such as marketing and sales leadershipDemonstrates leadership of class room sessions including time management, speakers, partners, during all meetings and training classesChallenges the status quo and champions innovative initiatives which elevate the Oncology franchise based on clinical expertiseActively participates in meetings with Legal/OEC/M/R to provide a thorough depiction of the current Oncology landscape and the needs of the learners to strategically and compliantly support customersDemonstrates and applies knowledge of all T&D Business Partner (e.g. marketing, field leadership) businesses, strategies and prioritiesFacilitates integration of T&D activities into business planning and the actual business plans of brand teamsSeeks innovative solutions to capitalize on business opportunitiesDevelops self through field interactions to better gain insight into the sales role and the needs of the AEBuild proficiency in training skills through active participation in Abbvie offered development coursesDesigns, develops and delivers learning solutions that increases effectiveness and credibility of participantsAdheres to adult learning principles and sound training designDemonstrates versatility and flexibility so that obstacles are overcome and expected results are producedIncreases personal effectiveness through formal and informal developmentRecognized not only as product and disease-state expert but also as an expert in non-therapeutic areas such as customer and business skills
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degreeAdvanced knowledge and exposure to science or health sciences is necessary to successfully develop training content that develops pharmaceutical product knowledge.Knowledge of applicable regulations and standards affecting Pharmaceutical Products (e.g. CFR 210/211, cGMP)District Sales Training or guest trainer during Initial Sales TrainingDemonstrated ability to work with a variety of individuals at all levels of management--both in the field and in marketing--to gain consensus on training program development and deliveryLearning agility to adapt to new products, markets, and develop innovative approachesProven ability to integrate business trends, brand strategies, and marketplace drivers into plans that drive competitive advantage to the organizationExceptional stakeholder communication skills to develop partnerships and align training with the business strategy

Preferred:

Masters' degree in ScienceAdvanced clinical degree5+ years of Oncology clinical experienceExperience in Gyn/Onc and or Ovarian Cancer SpaceExperience presenting at Nursing/Pharmacy SymposiumsPublished clinical data in Medical Journals/National Oncology ConferencesExpertise regarding development of clinical training documents, inclusive of referencing & appropriate documentationSuccessful demonstration of simplifying complex information and elevating overall knowledge and understanding for learnersProven track record of training and mentoring new staff in clinical setting in an ongoing mannerDeep understanding of Oncology marketplace and rationale for treatments of use, potential side effects and appropriate management strategiesKnowledgeable of Oncology payer landscape, business models impacting Oncology offices and changes within the Oncology healthcare system
Additional Information

Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law: ​​

The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.​​

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.​​

This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs. ​​

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law. ​

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