Strategic Account Manager - Gyn Cancer (Sweden) – Nordic Marketing Company

Are you an experienced Strategic or Key Account Manager - or are you ready to take the next step and are passionate about developing into a strategic account leadership role? Join AstraZeneca’s Oncology team in a dynamic, high-performing environment, broaden your experience, and help transform care for patients with gynecological cancers across Sweden.

AstraZeneca Nordic employs ~550 people across Oslo, Stockholm, Copenhagen, and Espoo. We are a recognized leader in our therapy areas, driven by science, innovation, and strong healthcare partnerships. 

About Oncology at AstraZeneca

Our ambition is to eliminate cancer as a cause of death. We achieve this through cutting-edge science, strong collaborations, and a focus on delivering meaningful patient outcomes. 

The Role

We are looking for a Strategic Account Manager (SAM) for Gynaecological Oncology in Sweden. In this role, you will play a key role within a cross-functional oncology team, driving the success of our established gynaecological oncology portfolio while supporting the preparation and launch of future innovations. You will work closely with healthcare stakeholders and internal partners to improve patient outcomes, shape account strategies, and ensure successful implementation of innovative treatment solutions across Sweden. 

Key Responsibilities

Account leadership & strategy

• Lead and execute business operational and strategic account plans to meet/exceed targets.

• Identify opportunities and challenges and develop tailored value propositions for various stakeholders in the national oncology ecosystem.

• Translate insights into actionable strategies and focused account plans in collaboration with the cross-functional National Tumor Team.

• Utilize technology to strengthen our touchpoints regarding customer interactions, find new ways of working with accounts, i.e. AI tools, podcasts, movies, etc. 

Stakeholder engagement

• Build long-term partnerships with key stakeholders across the oncology ecosystem e.g. gyn oncologists.

• Engage credibly with healthcare professionals and decision-makers.

• Implement collaborative, value-based solutions that improve patient outcomes. 

Launch excellence & execution

• Support development and implementation of Nordic and local launch strategies.

• Contribute to day 0, national operational plans and cross-functional priorities.

• Lead omnichannel engagement in collaboration with the marketing team. 

Cross-functional collaboration

• Lead & collaborate closely with the cross-functional team & broader organization.

• Share deep customer and account insights (in a structured way) with NTT to shape brand and franchise strategies.

• Serve as a trusted disease area and product expert internally and externally by continuously maintaining a high level of knowledge. 

Compliance

• Ensure adherence to all external regulations and internal policies.

• Uphold AstraZeneca’s ethical standards in all interactions. 

What You Bring

• Academic degree (business, science, or healthcare).

• Academic degree in health or life sciences (e.g. nurse, pharmacist, biomedical analyst or equivalent) or medical qualification with LIF authorization.

• 3–5 years of relevant experience with strong sales performance.

• Experience as a Strategic or Key Account Manager with proven track record of innovative initiatives improving the patient journey.

• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

• Ability to translate scientific and clinical data into value-based dialogue.

• Proven strategic thinking, execution, and collaboration skills.

• Fluency in Swedish and English.

• Valid driver’s license.

• Experience in oncology or Gyn disease area is preferred (already built-up network). 

Experience and capabilities

• Strong leadership and teamwork skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally to catalyse insights and develop and execute tactical plans.

• Previous sales experience, such as in a Strategic Account Manager or Key Account Manager role, with a proven track record of successfully managing key accounts.

• Proven ability to analyse and communicate scientific information and other relevant data.

• Proven track record of engaging and developing lasting relationships with a broad range of key stakeholders in complex clinical environments, such as Oncology.

• Demonstrated experience in developing and successfully executing compelling account strategies and tactics.

• Experience in Oncology or within the Gyn area, including an established network. 

Other capabilities

• Ability to implement and leverage an omnichannel approach.

• Demonstrates trustworthiness, embraces AZ values, and has a good understanding of ethical codes and relevant compliance rules and policies.

• Thorough knowledge of the Oncology ecosystem in Sweden. 

Inclusion & Diversity (I&D)We believe diversity and inclusion lead to innovation and better results - and with us, everyone gets the chance to contribute ideas and experiences. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and strive for a workplace with broad perspectives and leading expertise. 

Why AstraZeneca?At AstraZeneca you work in a global, innovation-driven organization with strong local roots, where curiosity and creativity are encouraged at every step. We spot science-led opportunities and implement solutions that improve the entire patient journey. Our inclusive work culture values diversity and creativity, allowing you to develop and thrive as you help shape the future of pharmaceutical treatments and contribute to improved health globally. 

So, what is next?  Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Great, because we cannot wait to hear from you. 

Welcome with your application, in English, latest by the 20th of September, 2026!

Applications will be reviewed continuously throughout the application period. 

Where can I find out more?Our social mediaFollow AstraZeneca on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/1603/Inclusion & Diversity: Inclusion and diversity Career site: https://careers.astrazeneca.com/Website: The Nordic Marketing Company

Date Posted

09-sep.-2026

Closing Date

20-sep.-2026

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AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.