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Territory Sales Executive

Nebraska & South Dakota

Updated on 9/3/2024

Tempus

Tempus

1,001-5,000 employees

AI-driven healthcare data analysis platform

Data & Analytics
Hardware
AI & Machine Learning
Financial Services
Biotechnology
Healthcare

Mid, Senior

Remote in USA

Category
Strategic Account Management
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Sales
Communications
Salesforce
Marketing
Customer Service
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides
Requirements
  • Ability to provide an integrated MolDx/SaaS solution using Tempus’s sequencing technology to prospects and customers.
  • Ability to engage in a consultative selling process that overcomes objections and indifferences while connecting client needs with Tempus’ capabilities.
  • Comfortable selling at the executive level (CEO, COO, CFO)
  • Keen understanding of the payor and reimbursement environment in the oncology and diagnostic space
  • Ability to work independently, communicate proactively, manage multiple projects and prioritize daily tasks while managing critical deadlines
  • Strong understanding of molecular diagnostics for oncology and the evolving competitive landscape
  • Ability to maintain an outstanding level of market, customer, distribution and product knowledge necessary to accomplish sales and marketing objectives
  • Excellent knowledge of oncology, hematology, chemotherapeutics and targeted agents
  • Excellent negotiation and customer service skills
  • Outstanding strategic sales account planning skills
  • Superior listening and problem solving skills
  • Ability to handle sensitive information and maintain a very high level of confidentiality
  • Demonstrate consistent closing abilities throughout the sales cycle
  • Possess a very positive attitude and an understanding of the dynamics involved with organizational growth and change
  • Impeccable oral and verbal communication and presentation skills
  • Must be very proficient with all Microsoft Office products – particularly Excel and PowerPoint
  • Effective and regular utilization of Salesforce.com
  • Ability to develop and utilize cross-functional relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals and objectives.
  • Advanced presentation skills and business acumen a necessity
  • Ability to work effectively with minimal direction from, or interface with, manager
  • Problem solving, decision making and technical learning
  • Advanced written and oral communication skills
  • Strong administrative skills and sophistication to manage business in complex environments
  • Demonstrate Tempus’ Values by acting with integrity, respect and trust
  • Frequent travel ( > 50%) throughout the territory as needed
  • B.S. in life science, biology, business or marketing – MBA preferred
  • 3+ years of direct account management experience in a molecular diagnostic setting with a history of proven past performance that has met and exceeded expectations.
  • Candidate must have 5+ years of experience working with major cancer centers and clinics, oncology GPO’s, large health systems, IHDN’s, and large oncology practices.
  • Demonstrated measurable revenue generation at either a diagnostic, pharmaceutical or relevant biotechnology company.
Responsibilities
  • Drive strategic business expansion/collaboration opportunities with the following: Major U.S. cancer centers and clinics / Top 20 largest oncology practices in the territory; Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) and Academic Medical Centers (AMCs) within the specified territory.
  • Structure detailed strategic plans for gaining and retaining new and existing clients.
  • Maximize client-bill contracting opportunities
  • Implement laboratory services agreements (LSA’s) with bill account institutions
  • Collaborate and coordinate with all sales positions (VP, Sales, RSD’s, DSM’s, SAM’s, and GL’s) to ensure successful attainment of company goals and objectives
  • Identify and develop partnering opportunities between prospective oncology clients and Tempus.
  • Promote and drive compliance with new web-based molecular information tools for all clients
  • Continually analyze competitive landscape and environment within assigned accounts to determine trends and provide customer feedback to Tempus leadership
  • Monitor performance of sales to ensure objectives are met
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive business plan for the territory that will be inclusive of budgets, travel, territory management, goal setting, etc.
  • Work effectively with individuals across multiple departments throughout Tempus
  • Embrace, embody and represent the Tempus company culture at all times to external and internal constituents.

Tempus focuses on enhancing patient outcomes through the use of data and artificial intelligence in the healthcare sector. The company offers a platform that analyzes medical data, helping physicians make better treatment decisions by providing insights from medical images and identifying care gaps. For pharmaceutical and biotech companies, Tempus aids in drug development by discovering new targets and assessing treatment effectiveness. Patients benefit from personalized therapy options identified through the platform. Tempus conducts significant research, particularly in cancer, and has developed tools like a pan-cancer organoid platform and a liquid biopsy assay for profiling circulating tumor DNA. The company generates revenue by charging healthcare providers and companies for access to its platform and insights.

Company Stage

Series G

Total Funding

$1.3B

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Founded

2015

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

5%

1 year growth

12%

2 year growth

36%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Tempus's IPO and significant revenue generation indicate strong financial health and growth potential.
  • Collaborations with industry giants like SoftBank and United Therapeutics can lead to groundbreaking advancements and increased market share.
  • The company's focus on personalized therapy and AI-driven insights can significantly improve patient outcomes, making it a rewarding place to work for those passionate about healthcare innovation.

What critics are saying

  • The lawsuit from Guardant Health over patent infringement could result in financial and reputational damage.
  • Operating in a highly competitive market with peers like Foundation Medicine and Guardant Health requires continuous innovation to maintain a competitive edge.

What makes Tempus unique

  • Tempus leverages AI to provide actionable insights from medical data, setting it apart from competitors who may not integrate AI as deeply into their platforms.
  • Their focus on personalized therapy options and extensive cancer research, including a pan-cancer organoid platform and liquid biopsy assay, distinguishes them in the healthcare tech space.
  • Tempus's collaboration with major firms like SoftBank and United Therapeutics highlights its strong industry partnerships and credibility.