Senior Oncology Account Manager - Knoxville, TN

Senior Oncology Account Manager

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 fosters 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.