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Oncology Territory Manager, Hematology - Chicago North

Takeda · Chicago, IL · $78.27–$107.62 an hour · Full time

Posted Aug 26, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you built a relationship with a high-level decision maker, like a department chair or pharmacy director.

What they are checking: Whether they can earn trust with senior stakeholders by bringing value rather than just asking for time.

Tell me about a time you were given feedback by a manager after a ride-along. What did you change?

What they are checking: Whether they are coachable and willing to adjust their approach based on feedback.

Tell me about a time you launched a product or new indication in a territory.

What they are checking: Whether they can build momentum quickly and educate customers on something new.

What would you do

A practice has moved to a competitor's regimen because of a payer issue. How would you respond?

What they are checking: Whether they understand access and reimbursement barriers and know how to involve the right support resources.

How do you work within large academic medical centers in Chicago where access is restricted?

What they are checking: Whether they understand institutional rules, formularies and how to navigate them respectfully.

A nurse navigator tells you patients are struggling to get the medication. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they care about patient access and know how to connect the practice with support services.

About the work

This role means implementing brand strategy and deploying resources to key customers in Chicago North. How would you decide which accounts and physicians to focus on first?

What they are checking: Whether they use data on patient volume, access and potential to target rather than visiting familiar offices.

Walk me through how you would discuss a new hematology data readout with a community oncologist.

What they are checking: Whether they can explain efficacy and safety clearly and honestly, within the approved label.

How do you manage compliance in your daily work, like meals, speaker programs and samples?

What they are checking: Whether they know industry rules and take them seriously, which protects them and the company.

How do you plan your week across a large territory with many types of accounts?

What they are checking: Whether they are organized and strategic with their time, which drives results in a field role.

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The full job description

As published by Takeda.

By clicking the “Apply” button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with Takeda’s Privacy Notice and Terms of Use . I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of my knowledge. Job Description About the role: As a member of Takeda Oncology your work will contribute to our bold, inspiring vision: We aspire to cure cancer. Here, you'll build a career grounded in purpose and be empowered to deliver your best. As part of the Oncology Sales team, you will report to the Regional Director and work with key stakeholders. How you will contribute: • Implement overall marketing and brand strategy for targeting and deployment of resources to key customer • Formulate effective strategies to achieve sales goals and product positioning goals within target accounts • Provide on-label clinical data to influence appropriate use of assigned product • Initiate and develop business relationships with high level decision makers and other influential groups • Formulate strategies to effectively utilize account-specific targeted marketing materials to educate and address the needs of key stakeholders • Create account-specific business plans and strategies to appropriately gain access to key stakeholders • Provide real-time analysis and input on market conditions to Home Office colleagues for the development of targeted marketing strategies and materials • Apply conceptual and practical expertise in in own functional/technical area to implement plans and achieve individual, team, and organizational sales goals • Maintain a high degree of competence in the areas of product knowledge, disease states of coverage, industry/competitive landscape, and organizational structure • Analyze data and prepare subject matter for business reviews • Act as a technical/functional subject matter resource for colleagues and customers, and continue to acquire higher level functional/ technical skills • Complete accurate reporting and submit in a timely manner including, but not limited to the following: monthly territory action plan, expense reports, monthly itinerary, sample inventory, request for professional speakers, budget tracking tool • Build and maintain strong relationships with all internal stakeholders and cross-functional partners across Takeda Oncology • Utilize company resources in a prudent fashion, consistent with all company guidelines • Report all adverse events related to products in a timely, compliant manner • Maintain a high level of comprehension around the distribution and delivery system for oral molecules, as well as the interface between specialty pharmacy and provider, and the functionality of the in-office dispensing model Minimum Requirements/Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of oncology or other related specialty pharmaceutical experience • Strong presentation and communication skills • High comprehension of scientific knowledge and the ability to communicate with medical professionals in a compliant manner • Strong computer and technical skills and the ability to navigate software programs to process and analyze territory specific data • Maintain a valid driver’s license in good standing Preferred: • Previous launch experience in oncology • Established rapport and relationships in geographic area desired • Previous oncology selling experience • Large account management experience in oncology with emphasis on key large oncology community practices, as well as academic and NCI / NCCN cancer centers Travel Requirements: • Range from 30-50% travel depending on specific territory • Territory: Chicago North Training Requirements: This position and continued employment is contingent upon the employee successfully passing mandatory product training which includes written and oral examinations. External Takeda Hires Only: During that training period, the employee will be classified as a non-exempt employee and will be eligible for overtime during the training period only in accordance with applicable federal and/or state law but the employee will not be eligible for any Takeda related sales incentive programs and/or other production based bonuses. The training period will consist of live instruction, independent study, role play, and other training related activities which should take no more than 8 hours per day and 40 hours total in a workweek. After successful passage of the mandatory product training examinations, the employee will be transitioned to exempt status and will no longer be eligible for overtime. They will then be paid on a bi-weekly basis and eligible to participate in various Takeda related sales incentive programs and/or contests. More about us: At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient-focused company that will inspire and empower you to grow through life-changing work. Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world. This position is currently classified as "remote" in accordance with Takeda's Hybrid and Remote Work policy. Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. For Location: USA - IL - Chicago U.S. Hourly Wage Range: $78.27 - $107.62 The estimated hourly wage range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual hourly wage offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. The actual hourly wage offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location. For information about our benefits, please click here . EEO Statement Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law. Locations USA - IL - Chicago Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Time Type Full time Job Exempt No

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