District Manager Oncology

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Development

• Recruit, onboard, coach, and continuously develop the Oncology Medical Representative team
• Set individual and team KPIs, monitor performance through regular joint visits and structured evaluations
• Identify training needs and implement personalized development plans
• Support talent growth and succession planning within the team

Commercial Strategy & Execution

• Design and implement the district business plan in alignment with national brand strategy and oncology portfolio priorities
• Identify growth opportunities across key accounts — oncology/hematology hospital departments, radiotherapy centers, and outpatient clinics
• Analyze market data and adapt promotional tactics accordingly
• Manage the district operational budget with accountability and transparency

Key Account Management & KOL Engagement

• Build and maintain strategic relationships with oncologists, hematologists, and other healthcare professionals in the area
• Coordinate medical and commercial activities across reference hospitals and oncology centers
• Partner with the Medical team to organize symposia, clinical data presentations, and educational events

Compliance & Ethics

• Ensure full adherence to Lilly's internal policies, Code of Conduct, and applicable local and European pharmaceutical regulations
• Oversee team promotional activities for compliance with approved materials and advertising legislation

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, including at least 2 years in oncology or related specialties
• Strong knowledge of the Romanian hospital environment and oncology ecosystem 
• Solid understanding of oncology: cancer types, mechanisms of action, treatment modalities, ESMO/NCCN guidelines
• Strong analytical skills — sales data, market indicators, and business performance
• Experience with CRM systems ; digital and omnichannel proficiency
• Authentic leadership with the ability to motivate, inspire, and develop high-performing teams
• Strategic thinker with a results-driven, entrepreneurial mindset
• Native Romanian; advanced English (written and spoken)
• Valid category B driving license; willingness to travel extensively (~90% field-based)

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