Exelixis

Senior Oncology Account Manager (Remote - Central PA)

Exelixis$198K — $253K *
US-Anywhere
+ 2 other locationsRemote
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field with 5-9 years of oncology sales experience
  • Demonstrated launch experience in the oncology sector
  • Strong communication and relationship management skills
  • Proven ability to work independently and manage complex accounts
  • Analytical skills to leverage market insights for strategic planning

Responsibilities

  • Drive strategic execution in a complex, multi-state territory for commercial growth
  • Expand and cultivate relationships with healthcare providers and key stakeholders
  • Utilize analytics and insights to influence territory strategy
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams to address operational and access challenges
  • Represent field insights in brand planning to contribute to tactical innovation
  • Identify competitive threats and emerging trends in the oncology space
  • Model compliance and ethical engagement standards

Benefits

  • 401k plan with generous employer contributions
  • Group medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Discretionary annual bonus program and sales-based incentives
  • Stock purchase opportunities and long-term incentives
  • 15 vacation days in the first year and 17 paid holidays including winter shutdown
  • Up to 10 sick days per calendar year
Full Job Description
SUMMARY/JOB PURPOSE (Basic purpose of the job):

As a Senior Oncology Account Manager at Exelixis, you will bring deep market knowledge and established relationships within your territory to drive strategic growth. This role is suited for a seasoned oncology sales professional who can independently execute sophisticated account plans, mentor peers, and contribute to cross-functional initiatives. You will refine our approach to compliant engagement with healthcare professionals and serve as a trusted partner to both internal stakeholders and external customers. Your leadership will help shape a high-performance culture grounded in integrity and innovation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Drive strategic execution across a complex territory or multi-state geography, delivering sustained commercial impact.
  • Expand relationships with healthcare providers and build relations with influential stakeholders to further the knowledge of Exelixis oncology therapies and ensure appropriate use.
  • Leverage advanced analytics and market insights to refine territory strategy and influence internal planning.
  • Partner cross-functionally to deliver coordinated solutions that address clinical, operational, and access challenges.
  • Represent field perspectives in brand planning discussions and contribute to tactical innovation.
  • Identify emerging trends, competitive threats, and unmet needs within the territory.
  • Model excellence in compliance, professionalism, and ethical engagement.
  • Lead strategic pull-through initiatives in collaboration with access and reimbursement teams.
  • Serve as a field-based ambassador for new product launches, pilots, and strategic initiatives.
  • Cultivate relationships with key opinion leaders, integrated delivery networks, and institutional decision-makers.
  • Support regional leadership in business planning, training, and performance calibration.
  • Serve as a mentor and resource to junior team members, sharing best practices and supporting skill development.


SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • No direct supervisory responsibilities


EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

Education:
  • BS/BA degree in related discipline and 9 years of related experience; or
  • Master's degree in related discipline and 7 years of related experience; or
  • Equivalent combination of education and experience


Experience:
  • Minimum of 5 years of oncology sales experience
  • Launch experience required


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Representative - Relationship Management, Customer Focus, Teamwork, Communication, Influence & Persuasion
  • Ability to persuade by presenting complex clinical information
  • Strong business planning a requirement
  • Ability to work independently


Work Environment/Physical Demands:

Our office is a modern, open-plan space that foster collaborations and creativity. Teams work closely together, sharing ideas and solutions in a supportive atmosphere. We provide all necessary equipment, including dual monitors and ergonomic chairs, to ensure a comfortable workspace.

This job requires up to 50% of travel time.

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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The base pay range for this position is $198,000 - $253,500 annually. The base pay range may take into account the candidate's geographic region, which will adjust the pay depending on the specific work location. The base pay offered will take into account the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, experience and internal equity, among other factors.

In addition to the base salary, as part of our Total Rewards program, Exelixis offers comprehensive employee benefits package, including a 401k plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts. Employees are also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus program, or if field sales staff, a sales-based incentive plan. Exelixis also offers employees the opportunity to purchase company stock, and receive long-term incentives, 15 accrued vacation days in their first year, 17 paid holidays including a company-wide winter shutdown in December, and up to 10 sick days throughout the calendar year.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Our office is a modern space that fosters collaboration and creativity. Teams work closely together, sharing ideas and solutions in a supportive atmosphere. We provide all necessary equipment, including dual monitors and ergonomic chairs, to ensure a comfortable workspace.

DISCLAIMER:
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

About Exelixis

Exelixis is a biotechnology company that develops and commercializes innovative medicines for the treatment of cancer. The company's flagship product, CABOMETYX® (cabozantinib), is an inhibitor of multiple tyrosine kinases, including MET, AXL, and VEGFR, which are involved in the growth and spread of cancer cells. CABOMETYX is approved in the United States for the treatment of advanced renal cell carcinoma (RCC) and hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), and is also approved in the European Union and other countries for the treatment of advanced RCC. Exelixis is headquartered in Alameda, California, and has additional offices in South San Francisco, California, and Basel, Switzerland. Learn more at www.exelixis.com.
Learn more about Exelixis
Size
954 employees
Market Cap
$5 billion
Industry
Net Income
$111.7 million
5 Year Trend
+49.6%
Revenue
$987.5 million
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