Responsibilities

• The Director, US Thought Leader Engagement and Development, U.S. Medical Aesthetics, will be responsible for executing on the annual Key Opinion Leader (KOL) strategy within their Area and contributing to the development and implementation of the marketing plan for U.S. Medical Aesthetics through the management of relationships with KOLs and targeted emerging accounts.
• They will be responsible for partnering with sales leadership (ASLs) and Commercial Directors in the selection, management and planning for all KOLs of their individual area.
• They will be responsible for the planning and execution of Allergan’s programs designed to educate and/or positively impact the KOL community and other healthcare providers for the Allergan U.S. Medical Aesthetics organization.
• Additionally, you will be expected to develop and communicate high-quality market support in line with the approved product strategy and messaging within the area.
• They will work closely with Marketing, Strategic Communications, Allergan Practice Consultants, Strategic Account teams, Sales Heads, Allergan Medical Institute, Public Relations, MSL and Global Commercial Development teams to recommend, create, and execute KOL-focused strategic plans and engagements with U.S. Medical Aesthetics.
• This position will be responsible for collaborating and coordinating with all four U.S. Medical Aesthetic cash pay franchises, and overseeing key customer relationships, including the development of existing U.S. KOLs, next-generation KOLs, and emerging leaders within the U.S. Medical Aesthetic market.
• The Thought Leader Director develops relationships with key decision-makers, thought leaders, and key stakeholders to increase Allergan’s presence and competitive position. In accordance with legal and regulatory compliance, develops VIPs, speakers, trainers, and Allergan advocates in order to educate physicians and Aesthetic HCPs (AHCPs) about Allergan’s approved products. In conjunction with our Marketing, Strategic Communications, and Global Commercial Development teams the Thought Leader Director will develop long-term relationships and advocacy for Allergan Aesthetics as well as an advocate for the Key Opinion Leader community we serve.
• Thought Leader/KOL Management – Allergan Medical Aesthetics-50%
• Creates KOL plans in coordination with strategic and marketing business plans. Leverages services across U.S. Facial Aesthetics for maximum franchise value.
• Develop a strategy on how to engage key Areas KOL relationships and leverage across U.S. Medical Aesthetics (in office, out of office, etc)

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of experience and education required

Preferred

• Master’s degree preferred

Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
• This job is eligible to participate in our long-term incentive programs.