Retail Key Account Executive II – MI/OH/WVA/KY/Western PA

Dynavax is a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company developing and commercializing novel vaccines to help protect the world against infectious diseases. We operate with the highest level of quality, integrity and safety for the betterment of public health. Our proprietary CpG 1018 adjuvant powers our diversified infectious vaccine portfolio, which includes HEPLISAV-B, our commercial product approved in the U.S. and the European Union, for prevention of hepatitis B virus in adults. We also supply CpG 1018 to research collaborations and partnerships globally. Currently, CpG 1018 is being used in development of COVID-19, plague, shingles, and Tdap vaccines. 

At Dynavax, our vision and work ethic are guided by the collective ideals underpinning our core values, and these form the basis of our dynamic company culture. We strive to maintain a culture where each employee is valued by the organization and where our organization is valued by each employee. We offer a highly flexible work environment for our headquarter employees where individuals work remotely and gather for in-person meetings when necessary.  Dynavax is headquartered in the San Francisco Bay area, and our manufacturing facility is in Düsseldorf, Germany.  

The Retail Key Account Executive II will have full account responsibility and business ownership for assigned Retail Pharmacy Account(s) to establish and grow HEPLISAV-B sales.  This position will be focused on establishing effective working relationships with designated leaders across designated retail banners.  The Retail Key Account Executive II is responsible for complete vertical ownership of assigned field-based Division/Region/District leaders for designated retail pharmacy banner(s).  In addition, the Retail Key Account Executive II will work directly with the National Account Directors to provide pull through support for National initiatives within designated Retail Pharmacy Banners. Candidates selected for the Retail Key Account Executive II position will be expected to execute all functions of the role independently with minimal supervision from the Director, Vaccine Sales and/or assigned mentor for executive level customer engagements.  This position is field based and will require 60% travel. The ideal candidate should reside in or near Detroit, MI, Columbus, OH, Cleveland, OH, Louisville, KY, or Pittsburgh, PA, but other locations in major metropolitan areas within the assigned territory will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for achieving sales targets and owning/managing relationships for assigned Accounts/Call Targets.  Assigned Accounts/Call Targets will include top to bottom vertical ownership of all HQ and field-based retail leaders in designated banner as well as associated sites.
• Responsible for understanding market dynamics and customer business models to identify opportunities and develop strategies and tactics across assigned accounts/call targets.
• Develop relationships with key stakeholders who influence National/Region/District decision making. 
• Ensure effective top down and bottom up account management to influence positive purchasing outcomes for HEPLISAV-B across assigned accounts/call targets.
• Execute all functions of the role independently with minimal supervision from Director, Vaccine Sales and/or assigned mentor for executive level customer engagements.
• Partner with Director, Vaccine Sales and National Account Director(s) to execute sales and marketing strategies to support increased adult Hep B vaccination and HEPLISAV-B adoption within assigned accounts/call targets.
• Provide quarterly business updates and performance assessment to leadership. Develop and communicate effective account plans and consistently monitors progress toward those plans.
• Collaborates with Marketing team to understand strategic direction, tactics, and partnership opportunities for assigned Retail HQ customers.
• Exercise sound judgment and oversight to ensure integrity and compliance with company policies in all activities and communications.
• Foster Dynavax Vision, Core Values and Strong Culture to Win as a team and Grow as an individual.
• Maintain accurate up-to-date customer records in the Account Management system.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required from an accredited institution; Pharm.D. or MBA preferred
• 3+ year life science sales experience or retail pharmacy experience preferred
• 2+ year strategic account management or retail pharmacy management experience preferred
• Knowledge of retail pharmacy landscape within designated territory required
• Demonstrate a history of a high degree of learning agility.
• Knowledge of product adoption/product expansion process within large retail pharmacy chains, market dynamics, and reimbursement concepts (local market area preferred).
• Demonstrated ability to cultivate networks and relationships across internal functions and other organizational boundaries to achieve objectives.
• Experience in developing and managing a range of accounts/call targets to drive execution and follow through.
• Excellent oral, written, and virtual communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to drive business results and identify new opportunities and strategies through strategic thinking and business planning.
• Understanding of organization and strategic objectives; mastery of selling skills including marketplace and account-based selling.
• Key Competencies:  Account Management, Accountability, Customer Engagement, Customer Discovery, Business Acumen, Executional Effectiveness.
• Heavy travel required - 60%.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods; reach with arms and hands; lift and move small objects; and use hands to keyboard and perform other office related tasks including repetitive movement of the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• Must be able to obtain all industry credentials and certifications.

$119,000 - $155,000 a year The estimated salary range for this position is $119,000 to $155,000.  Final pay determinations may depend on various factors, including, but not limited to experience level, education, geographical location, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The total compensation package for this position also includes other compensation elements such as stock equity awards and participation in our Company's sales incentive compensation program.  Field sales employees receive a company car as well.  Dynavax also offers a full range of health and welfare insurance benefits, 401(k) company match, and paid time off benefits, including 17 paid holidays in 2025.

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