Role Description
Dr.Reddy's is seeking a dynamic Sales Manager - Biologics to lead, develop, and drive the performance of the field sales force in France. The role combines sales leadership, operational coordination, and strong people development capabilities, with a particular focus on:
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Coaching, field accompaniment (shadowing), and performance improvement of Sales Representatives.
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Acting as a key interface between the field force and headquarters, ensuring alignment with company strategy, sales objectives, and compliance requirements.
Responsibilities:
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Sales Leadership and Performance Management:
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Lead and manage the field sales team, ensuring the achievement of sales objectives and qualitative targets.
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Translate company strategy and brand plans into clear priorities and actionable field objectives.
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Monitor individual and team performance through defined KPIs, dashboards, and CRM tools.
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Analyse results, identify performance gaps, and define corrective action plans.
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Field Coaching and Shadowing:
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Conduct regular field visits and ride-alongs with Medical Representatives.
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Provide structured in-field coaching, focusing on selling skills, customer engagement, product knowledge, and compliance.
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Deliver clear, constructive, and actionable feedback after field visits.
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Coordination of Field Activities:
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Plan and coordinate field activities in line with sales cycles, campaigns, and promotional priorities.
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Ensure effective territory coverage and optimal resource allocation.
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Act as a central point of coordination between the field force and internal stakeholders (Marketing, Medical, Finance, HR).
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Administrative and Operational Management:
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Oversee administrative processes related to the field force (travel organization, expense management, meetings, reporting).
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Ensure accurate and timely reporting of field activities and sales data.
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Guarantee adherence to internal policies, procedures, and timelines.
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Communication and Stakeholder Management:
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Ensure clear, consistent, and timely communication to the field team regarding objectives, priorities, and company updates.
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Escalate field insights, market intelligence, and customer feedback to management and relevant departments.
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Address operational or performance issues promptly and constructively.
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Training and Development:
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Contribute to onboarding programs for new Sales / Medical Representatives.
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Partner with Marketing, Medical Affairs, and HR to implement training initiatives.
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Reinforce training content through on-the-job coaching and follow-up in the field.
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Compliance and Quality Assurance:
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Ensure that all sales activities comply with internal standards, ethical rules, and applicable French regulations.
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Act as a role model for compliant, ethical, and professional behaviour in the field.
Qualifications
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Bachelor + 2Yrs degree in Life Sciences or a related field. Advanced degree is a plus.
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10+ years of relevant experience.
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Proven experience in marketing and/or sales force management within pharma. Expertise in Biologics products would be a plus.
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Strong coaching mindset with the ability to develop people through field accompaniment.
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Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret KPIs and translate data into actions.
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Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
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Excellent communication, feedback, and interpersonal skills.
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Solid proficiency in CRM systems and reporting tools.
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Ability to work autonomously while collaborating effectively within cross-functional teams.
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Results-oriented with a hands-on leadership style.
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High level of accountability and ownership.
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Structured, reliable, and detail-oriented.
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Approachable, credible, and capable of motivating teams.
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Comfortable balancing operational execution with people development.
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Good command in English.
Benefits
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At Dr Reddyβs we actively help to catalyse your career growth and professional development through personalised learning programs.
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The benefits you will enjoy at Dr Reddyβs are on par with the best industry standards.