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The benefits of becoming a key account manager
Are
you considering a job as a key account manager? The role of a key account manager involves building and
overseeing partnerships with clients, and to ensure revenue growth. These
professionals focus on all activities to improve customer satisfaction and they
continually find new ways to add value. The medical sales industry especially
recognises the worth of key account managers. It invests in these company
members to help maintain healthy relationships with customers and to pave the
way for long-term success. Therefore, key account managers jobs are high
in-demand.
Suffice
it to say, working in medical communications can
be very rewarding as a whole. It’s a career path that offers a lot of
opportunities for professional development and growth. Becoming a key account
manager within medical sales requires a deep understanding of a client, the
ability to negotiate and implement change. Here are some of the benefits of
becoming a key account manager to help determine if this is the right role for you.
It’s a great
opportunity to build your network
At IQVIA, our key account managers get the opportunity to engage with
industry leaders and senior professionals every day. These key players can help you to
navigate your path towards obtaining leadership status in the
medical field - or any other field, for that matter. You’ll quickly find that your key account
manager position provides access to industry events, workshops, and exclusive
meetings that provide multiple windows of opportunity to enhance your status. Networking
can also enrich your insight as you gather first-hand knowledge from industry
experts.
You get to
practice and improve your interpersonal skills
As
mentioned, account management revolves largely around building and nurturing
relationships. For this, communication is a key skill to possess. According to Gallup, communication is one of
the top skills leaders and potential leaders should focus on. Account managers
must be able to resolve conflicts with customers, smooth communications between
sales and support, and truly get to grips with a customer’s point of view to satisfy
the relationship.
In
this role, your active listening (empathy), non-verbal skills, and
collaboration with colleagues will be put to the test and strengthened, which
is good if you’re eager to hone your communication abilities, boost your
confidence, and improve your understanding of your role.
You get to
play a crucial role in the growth of a business
The long-term success of the medical industry
depends on customers having positive experiences. And this is where you’d be a
key player. Your positive contribution as a key account manager will translate
into greater profits as you help retain customers and ensure they’re made happy
and satisfied. Your status in your network can also become the glue that holds
your company together, making you an indispensable part of the workforce. So,
if you want to play a
vital role in the growth of an industry, then
account management may be a suitable career for you.
Looking for a key account manager sales position that will advance your career and keep your job exciting? The IQVIA team can help. Using our extensive knowledge and global network of colleagues, our goal is to improve the healthcare industry in every avenue. IQVIA is a diverse community of individuals and we offer an inclusive, and growth-oriented work environment.
Browse our medical key account manager jobs now or contact us for more information, we’re standing by to be of assistance. Also, read through our blog posts, as they’re enriched with enlightening material that will help you navigate your career while you find that ideal job role.
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and is committed to this kind of culture
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4,600 data scientists
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1,900+ epidemiologists
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