Rare Disease Business Manager-PI/CIDP (Pittsburgh PA)

About the Team U.S. Foundational Therapies Platform (FTP) Business Unit brings together Takeda’s longstanding Immunology, Hematology, Lysosomal Storage Disorders (LSD), Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency and Transplant portfolios to support patients who rely on treatment over the long term, often for years or decades. United by a shared focus on continuity of care, reliability and sustained partnership, FTP is designed to deliver the foundational capabilities that patients, caregivers and healthcare providers depend on at scale. Role Overview Rare Disease Business Manager – Primary Immune Deficiency and CIDP supporting Pittsburgh, PA. As part of the PI/CIDP Sales Team, you will report to the Sr. Regional Business Director and contribute to the transformation of pharmaceutical care through patient‑centric sales and education. How You Will Contribute Achieve sales quotas through driving new patient starts, sales in outpatient infusion centers and hospitals, and retention of patients on Takeda augmentation treatment. Conduct customer engagements to deliver sales presentations, provide technical and administrative product information, and educate on neuromuscular conditions and various Takeda support resources. Understand influence points within the office and how each individual affects diagnosis, treatment, and the Rx/referral/order. Participate in community education events and conferences for healthcare professionals and patients. Focus on healthcare professionals (Allergy/Immunology, Pulmonology, Infectious Disease, select Internal Medicine/Primary Care and Neurologists). Educate and inform the HCPs on Takeda brands for Primary Immune Deficiency and CIDP. Analyze local and regional business/managed markets trends to build both long and short term business goals and a successful business plan. Collaborate with multiple teams (Marketing, Patient Services, Alternate Site Team, Integrated Health Systems, Market Access, and National Accounts) to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and pull‑through opportunities within each geography. Work compliantly in a matrix environment encompassing Patient Services, Specialty Infusion Pharmacies, and Managed Markets, treating confidential patient information in accordance with Takeda practices and policies. Embody and embrace the patient‑centric culture aligned with Takeda‑ism and follow PTRB (patient, trust, reputation, business) as a guide in decision‑making. Key Skills Excellent organizational and territory planning abilities. Proven success as both a team player and independent contributor, collaborating in a matrixed organization to enhance business outcomes. Skilled in data acquisition and interpretation to develop effective sales strategies. Experience conducting community education events for healthcare professionals, patients, and willingness to work occasional nights and weekends. Partner with and motivate extended team members to improve performance, fostering a culture of engagement and accountability. Minimum/Basic Requirements Bachelor’s degree – BS/BA. 3+ years of successful selling experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device and/or relevant clinical or industry experience; or 2+ years of successful selling experience at Takeda. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proven ability to navigate a complex selling environment and influence across various decision makers in key accounts. Strong business acumen and strategic planning skills to identify and execute on selling opportunities. Demonstrated territory planning, strategic account management and prioritization skills; ability to interpret analytical data to create effective sales strategies. Strong collaborative skills and ability to work within a matrix of cross‑functional partners on behalf of the customers served. Understanding of payer access and reimbursement at territory, regional, and state levels. Adaptability to changing market conditions and customer needs. Demonstrated learning agility with ability to successfully develop and compliantly apply clinical expertise and selling skills. Must reside within the territory or assigned geography. Preferred Requirements 5+ years of pharmaceutical sales experience, preferably in rare disease. Sales experience with pharmaceutical or biologic products requiring coordination with patient access and market access teams. Relevant clinical or industry experience. Consultative / needs‑based selling skills. Experience working in a highly regulated marketplace. Adept at leveraging emerging technologies, digital tools, and openness to AI‑enabled processes. Licenses / Certifications Valid Driver’s License. Travel Requirements Ability to drive and/or fly to accounts and occasional business meetings. Some overnight travel of up to 25–50% may be required depending on geographic assignment. Training Requirements Position is contingent on successful completion of mandatory product training, including written and oral examinations. During the training period, the employee will be classified as a non‑exempt employee and eligible for overtime when applicable. Post‑training, the employee will transition to exempt status. Training includes live instruction, independent study, role play, and other activities, requiring up to 8 hours per day and a total of 40 hours in a workweek. Compensation and Benefits Summary – Pittsburgh, PA Hourly wage range: $66.11 – $90.91. The actual hourly wage offered may depend on qualifications, experience, skills, education, certifications, and location. U.S. based employees may be eligible for short‑term incentives, medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, disability coverage, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well‑being benefits. U.S. based employees receive up to 80 hours of sick time annually and new hires accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation. EEO Statement Takeda is proud of its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr