Full time MCKINNON TARGETED RECRUITERS CanadaPosted On 09/27/Job InformationPHARMACEUTICALCity TorontoState/Province OntarioM4C**Job Description**:Account Director:Health and PharmaOur client is a Canadian marketing services company providing communications, promotions, and digital marketing services to the health and pharma industry. They are looking for their Account Director. Reporting to the President, that person will be responsible for account direction and sales to assigned accounts.Key responsibilities:- Sales to assigned accounts of our clients multi:channel products and services- Will initiate and assist in the development of new multi:channel Communications Programs, particularly with a digital focus.- Will use his/her expertise to assist others Account Directors in the development and sales of all clients services- Coverage of all appropriate people in assigned accounts- Sells consultatively and makes recommendations to prospects and clients of the various solutions the Company offers to their business issues.- Adheres to and implements the Companys Marketing and Sales initiatives- Maintains accurate records of all sales and prospecting activities utilizing the Sage CRM system to maximize sales potential- Accurate reporting of expenses on a monthly basis.- Travel when required- Attendance at industry events such as the OPMA, PMCQ etc as appropriate.- Achieve and maintain sales levels that are reasonable in view of the sales potential of the assigned client group- Participate in the development of new direct mail products- Adheres to all Company policies, procedures, and business ethics codes**Skills**:- Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical marketing- Excellent understanding of the use of digital media in Marketing- Ability to consult with clients regarding their marketing needs, suggesting ideas to help them achieve their goals- Demonstrates technical selling skills and product knowledge in pharma marketing services enabling you to give an effective presentation of our services.- Professional appearance and demeanor- Detail oriented- Excellent communication skills for written, telephone, and person:to:person interactions- Excellent analytical skills to ensure all facets of a project are covered, as well as to ensure all possible sales opportunities are recognized and addressed**Requirements**:**Skills**:- Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical marketing- Excellent understanding of the use of digital media in Marketing- Ability to consult with clients regarding their marketing needs, suggesting ideas to help them achieve their goals- Demonstrates technical selling skills and product knowledge in pharma marketing services enabling you to give an effective presentation of our services.- Professional appearance and demeanor- Detail oriented- Excellent communication skills for written, telephone, and person:to:person interactions- Excellent analytical skills to ensure all facets of a project are covered, as well as to ensure all possible sales opportunities are recognized and addressed