AstraZeneca Posted September 28, 2026

Strategic Account Manager for Respiratory (Stockholm/South East of Sweden) – Nordic Marketing Company

Stockholm, Sweden Full time
Sales Respiratory Manager
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About this opportunity

Are you an experienced and driven sales professional who wants to influence the future of care for patients with respiratory diseases?

Our AstraZeneca Nordic Marketing Company employs around 550 people and has offices located in Copenhagen, Stockholm, Oslo, and Espoo. AstraZeneca Nordic is a recognized leader in its core therapy areas and aims to improve the lives of millions of people. This is an area where you are free to be more – you are encouraged to challenge traditional ways and test your curiosity. We drive innovative science, deliver key launches, build close collaboration and partnerships within health care.

Do you thrive in a creative and change-oriented environment where your contribution can improve patients' lives - and would you like to play an essential role in the development of innovative treatments for COPD?

At AstraZeneca Nordic Marketing Company, we are now seeking an engaged Strategic Account Manager for Stockholm, South East and parts of Central of Sweden, with focus on Stockholm, Norrköping, Linköping, Jönköping and Örebro. This is a field-based position.

About the Role

As Strategic Account Manager within Respiratory, you will be a key member of our national sales team, working with our latest triple therapy for COPD and coming indication. You will drive commercial development and coordinate advanced, cross-functional collaborations with the region’s most important stakeholders. You identify business opportunities, gather and translate data and customer insights into strategic account plans that create value for both the AstraZeneca brand and patients.

The role involves regular travel within the region (approximately 2–4 overnight stays per month). Preferred place of residence is Stockholm or Östergötland.

Responsibilities

You will develop and implement robust, data-driven strategies for prioritized accounts and build long-term partnerships with decision-makers, prescribers, and expert groups within both specialized and primary care. Working through OMNI-channel plans and close collaboration with both internal and external teams, you ensure patients have access to the latest treatments, and the AstraZeneca brand becomes a natural part of local healthcare processes. You lead change and collaboration projects and leverage digital tools such as Veeva for customer insight gathering, relationship building, and optimized business decisions. With a strong patient focus, you work according to scientific and health economic reasoning - always in line with our values, standards, and current regulations.

Essential Experience

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

Several years of experience in sales or healthcare, preferably within pharmaceutical or Medtech industry.

Proven ability in driving business development and coordinating cross-functional teams.

Strong understanding of the Swedish healthcare system, including its structure and decision-making processes.

Skilled in using digital tools and data analytics (e.g., Veeva, remote e-detailing) to improve performance and guide strategic decisions.

Excellent ability to build and maintain long-term relationships with internal and external stakeholders across healthcare.

High-level communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills; solution-oriented and motivated by positive patient impact.

Fluency in Swedish and English, both written and spoken.

Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel within the region.

Previous successful sales results and experience engaging with expert groups, specialist care and primary care in Northern Sweden are advantageous.

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.

Welcome with your application in English, latest by the 11th of October 2026!

Applications will be reviewed continuously throughout the application period.

Where can I find out more?Follow AstraZeneca on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/1603/ Inclusion & Diversity: Inclusion and diversity Career site: https://careers.astrazeneca.com/ Sweden: https://www.astrazeneca.se

Date Posted

28-sep.-2026

Closing Date

11-okt.-2026

Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.

Job details

Seniority
Manager
Function
Sales
Therapeutic area
Respiratory
Location
Stockholm, Sweden
Employment type
Full time

How this role compares

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63Countries represented

Salary context

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