Zonal Sales Manager

<p><b>Job Title</b>: Zonal Sales Manager - Oncology/Hemato-Oncology/CGT</p><p><b>Location</b>: South &amp; West Zone</p><p><b>Department</b>: Sales &amp; Marketing</p><p><b>Reports To</b>: National Sales Head / Business Unit Head</p><p><b>Experience Required</b>: 8-15 years (minimum 5-7 years in oncology/hemato-oncology/CGT segment) <b>Industry</b>: Biotechnology/Life Sciences</p><p><b>Company Website</b> - </p><p><br /></p><p>Micro CRISPR is a pioneering biotechnology company based in Vapi, Gujarat, India, focused on advancing the field of synthetic biology and precision genome engineering. Founded in 2021, the company leverages state-of-the-art CRISPR gene-editing technologies to develop novel "living therapeutics" aimed at addressing major human health challenges, including cancer, metabolic and genetic disorders, neurodegeneration, and infectious diseases. Its research initiatives span advanced cell and gene therapies such as autologous and allogenic CAR-T platforms, customised mRNA vaccines, and sustainable biotechnology solutions for agriculture and other sectors. With a strong R&amp;D team and mission to improve millions of lives through bold innovation and responsible scientific development, Micro CRISPR is committed to shaping the future of medicine and biotechnology.</p><p><br /></p><p><b>Key Responsibilities</b></p><p>The Zonal Sales Manager will be responsible for establishing, expanding, and managing the CAR-T therapy ecosystem across the assigned zone. This role goes beyond traditional pharma sales and requires strategic engagement with oncology centers, transplant hospitals, clinicians, and institutional stakeholders to drive adoption of CAR-T therapy through scientific credibility and operational coordination.</p><p><b>Zonal Commercial Leadership</b></p><ul><li>Own zonal revenue, activation targets, and center onboarding plans for CAR-T therapy.</li><li>Develop and execute zone-specific commercial strategies aligned with national CAR-T rollout objectives.</li><li>Identify priority hospitals, transplant centers, and oncology institutes for CAR-T adoption.</li></ul><p><b>Stakeholder &amp; KOL Engagement</b></p><ul><li>Build long-term partnerships with hematologists, oncologists, transplant physicians, hospital leadership, and therapy coordinators.</li><li>Act as the primary commercial interface for key opinion leaders and early adopters within the zone.</li><li>Support scientific discussions by collaborating closely with Medical Affairs and Clinical teams.</li></ul><p><b>Center Activation &amp; Therapy Enablement</b></p><ul><li>Drive therapy readiness at hospital level including process alignment, referral pathways, and treatment workflow understanding.</li><li>Coordinate with internal teams to ensure smooth patient journey from referral to infusion.</li><li>Support pricing discussions, institutional agreements, and commercial frameworks where required.</li></ul><p><b>Cross-Functional Collaboration</b></p><ul><li>Work closely with Medical, Clinical Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, and Marketing teams for seamless therapy delivery.</li><li>Provide market insights to support brand positioning, educational initiatives, and scientific engagement programs.</li><li>Participate in CMEs, scientific forums, advisory boards, and peer-to-peer programs.</li></ul><p><b>Market Intelligence &amp; Growth</b></p><ul><li>Track competitive landscape, emerging therapies, and evolving CAR-T protocols.</li><li>Identify new opportunities for expansion into additional indications or centers of excellence.</li><li>Provide structured feedback to leadership on market dynamics and adoption barriers.</li></ul><p><b>Key Expectations</b></p><ul><li>High degree of scientific orientation and learning agility in advanced therapies.</li><li>Ability to operate in a high-value, low-volume, patient-centric business model.</li><li>Strong ownership mindset with comfort in ambiguity and evolving therapy pathways.</li><li>Extensive travel within the assigned zone.</li></ul><p><b>Qualification &amp; Experience</b></p><ul><li>Graduate degree in Life Sciences / Pharmacy / Biotechnology / Medical Sciences</li><li>MBA or advanced management qualification preferred</li><li>8-15 years of experience in Oncology / Hemato-Oncology / Specialty Care / Biologics (minimum 5-7 years in oncology/hemato-oncology/CGT segment)</li><li>Proven exposure to institutional selling, complex therapies, or high-science products</li><li>Prior experience with cell therapy, transplant programs, immunotherapy, or rare diseases preferred</li></ul><p><b>Key Competencies</b></p><ul><li>Strong scientific communication and consultative selling skills</li><li>Ability to influence senior clinicians and hospital decision-makers</li><li>Strategic thinking with execution discipline</li><li>Stakeholder management across clinical and non-clinical teams</li><li>Results-driven with high ethical standards</li></ul><p><b>Why Join Micro CRISPR</b></p><ul><li>Opportunity to be part of India's evolving CAR-T therapy landscape</li><li>Work at the intersection of cutting-edge science and patient impact</li><li>Be a core contributor in building a first-of-its-kind therapy ecosystem</li></ul><p><br /></p><p><b>Interested candidates can share their updated CVs on:</b></p><p><b> Email ID: </b></p><p><b> Contact No.: </b></p><p><br /></p><img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?6m5T5ppj%2bf4GL7%2f9sNTpne0teRCmiDcCb" width="0" height="0" />