GSK
Immunization Specialist, Portfolio - Colorado Springs, CO
GSK, Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States, 80509
Position Summary
The Hybrid Immunization Specialist (IS) plays a pivotal role in driving healthcare provider (HCP) engagement and vaccine uptake across Adult and Pediatric customers. The IS educates HCPs and their office staff on disease prevention and GSK’s vaccine portfolio, effectively communicating clinical value and supporting vaccination goals. The role requires strong customer engagement skills, scientific fluency, and the ability to translate clinical data into meaningful conversations that drive immunization impact. The IS reports to the Vaccine Sales Director and collaborates closely with field and account leadership roles to ensure coordinated and compliant execution. Responsibilities
Drive HCP Demand and Communicate Product Value
Engage HCPs across pediatric, internal medicine, family practice and health departments to communicate the clinical value and benefits of GSK vaccines using approved materials. Build and maintain deep expertise in vaccine therapeutic areas, GSK products and competitors. Support peer-to-peer educational programs, conventions, and speaker events to enhance vaccine awareness and recommendation.
Customer Engagement and Pull through
Tailor engagement strategies based on local practice dynamics and HCP/account needs. Ensure pull through across pediatric and adult segments for both private and public vaccination, including stocking, in-office vaccination and/or a strong referral process. Partner with Vaccine Account Managers to drive product pull through within Public Awardees, Health Systems and other contracted accounts, following customer engagement guidelines as provided by customers or Account Managers. Influence the uptake of publicly funded vaccines by engaging with HCPs/staff and health department & VFC program managers, and develop knowledge of their immunization goals and funding cycles. Support accounts with their ordering and inventory management needs as appropriate. Work with Account managers to appropriately educate/communicate HCPs/staff on HS policies. Identify and address barriers to contract execution and utilization, providing actionable feedback.
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Barrier Resolution
Partner with cross-functional teams (e.g., Market Access, Medical Affairs, Account Teams) to ensure aligned and compliant execution. Help identify and address barriers to vaccine access, reimbursement or workflow integration. Provide actionable field insights to inform local strategy, optimize resources, and enhance execution.
Operational Excellence and Compliance
Uphold GSK’s standards for compliant, high-quality customer engagement in line with company policies and healthcare regulations. Participate in business reviews and team huddles to assess progress and identify opportunities. Maintain accurate CRM documentation and activity records per compliance and field standards.
Success Metrics & Key Performance indicators
Commercial Results: Achieve assigned territory sales, immunization rates and market share targets. Key Activity metrics: Activity metrics (e.g. customer reach, frequency), progress on Good Selling Outcomes, utilization of key educational assets. 100% compliance with documentation in CRM systems and GSK policies. Completion of selling excellence and product related training programs and modules.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree. Minimum 2 years of business-to-business or pharmaceutical sales experience. Ability to travel domestically as necessary. Valid driver’s license and willingness to drive (essential function of this role). The selected candidate will be hired at the appropriate level based on experience:
Immunization Specialist (grade 8): Minimum 2 years business-to-business or pharmaceutical sales experience. Senior Immunization Specialist (grade 7): 5+ years business-to-business or pharmaceutical sales experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum 2 years of vaccines sales experience. Strong track record of high-level performance and consistent achievements. Strong account-selling skills, including business-to-business experience in a healthcare setting. Demonstrated competency of science, business acumen, and customer engagement. Knowledge and experience in a healthcare setting. Demonstrated learning agility. Key Skills/Competencies
Advanced business acumen and analytical skills to diagnose opportunities. Self-directed and organized with the ability to adapt and change in a shifting environment. Impact and influence with customers to mobilize action plans. Ability to quickly identify issues and develop recommendations for timely, compliant resolution. Location
This is a field-based position. The percentage of travel will be determined by customer location in relation to the geographic location of the successful candidate. Benefits
Please visit GSK US Benefits Summary to learn more about the comprehensive benefits program GSK offers US employees. Equal Opportunity Employer
GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law. Important notice to Employment businesses/ Agencies
GSK does not accept referrals from employment businesses and/or employment agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site. All employment businesses/agencies are required to contact GSK's commercial and general procurement/human resources department to obtain prior written authorization before referring any candidates to GSK. The obtaining of prior written authorization is a condition precedent to any agreement (verbal or written) between the employment business/ agency and GSK. In the absence of such written authorization being obtained any actions undertaken by the employment business/agency shall be deemed to have been performed without the consent or contractual agreement of GSK. GSK shall therefore not be liable for any fees arising from any actions or any fees arising from any referrals by employment businesses/agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site. Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities contact us at HR.AmericasSC-CS@gsk.com where you can also request a call. Please note should your inquiry not relate to adjustments, we will not be able to support you through these channels. However, we have created a Recruitment FAQ guide. Click the link where you will find answers to multiple questions we receive.
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The Hybrid Immunization Specialist (IS) plays a pivotal role in driving healthcare provider (HCP) engagement and vaccine uptake across Adult and Pediatric customers. The IS educates HCPs and their office staff on disease prevention and GSK’s vaccine portfolio, effectively communicating clinical value and supporting vaccination goals. The role requires strong customer engagement skills, scientific fluency, and the ability to translate clinical data into meaningful conversations that drive immunization impact. The IS reports to the Vaccine Sales Director and collaborates closely with field and account leadership roles to ensure coordinated and compliant execution. Responsibilities
Drive HCP Demand and Communicate Product Value
Engage HCPs across pediatric, internal medicine, family practice and health departments to communicate the clinical value and benefits of GSK vaccines using approved materials. Build and maintain deep expertise in vaccine therapeutic areas, GSK products and competitors. Support peer-to-peer educational programs, conventions, and speaker events to enhance vaccine awareness and recommendation.
Customer Engagement and Pull through
Tailor engagement strategies based on local practice dynamics and HCP/account needs. Ensure pull through across pediatric and adult segments for both private and public vaccination, including stocking, in-office vaccination and/or a strong referral process. Partner with Vaccine Account Managers to drive product pull through within Public Awardees, Health Systems and other contracted accounts, following customer engagement guidelines as provided by customers or Account Managers. Influence the uptake of publicly funded vaccines by engaging with HCPs/staff and health department & VFC program managers, and develop knowledge of their immunization goals and funding cycles. Support accounts with their ordering and inventory management needs as appropriate. Work with Account managers to appropriately educate/communicate HCPs/staff on HS policies. Identify and address barriers to contract execution and utilization, providing actionable feedback.
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Barrier Resolution
Partner with cross-functional teams (e.g., Market Access, Medical Affairs, Account Teams) to ensure aligned and compliant execution. Help identify and address barriers to vaccine access, reimbursement or workflow integration. Provide actionable field insights to inform local strategy, optimize resources, and enhance execution.
Operational Excellence and Compliance
Uphold GSK’s standards for compliant, high-quality customer engagement in line with company policies and healthcare regulations. Participate in business reviews and team huddles to assess progress and identify opportunities. Maintain accurate CRM documentation and activity records per compliance and field standards.
Success Metrics & Key Performance indicators
Commercial Results: Achieve assigned territory sales, immunization rates and market share targets. Key Activity metrics: Activity metrics (e.g. customer reach, frequency), progress on Good Selling Outcomes, utilization of key educational assets. 100% compliance with documentation in CRM systems and GSK policies. Completion of selling excellence and product related training programs and modules.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree. Minimum 2 years of business-to-business or pharmaceutical sales experience. Ability to travel domestically as necessary. Valid driver’s license and willingness to drive (essential function of this role). The selected candidate will be hired at the appropriate level based on experience:
Immunization Specialist (grade 8): Minimum 2 years business-to-business or pharmaceutical sales experience. Senior Immunization Specialist (grade 7): 5+ years business-to-business or pharmaceutical sales experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum 2 years of vaccines sales experience. Strong track record of high-level performance and consistent achievements. Strong account-selling skills, including business-to-business experience in a healthcare setting. Demonstrated competency of science, business acumen, and customer engagement. Knowledge and experience in a healthcare setting. Demonstrated learning agility. Key Skills/Competencies
Advanced business acumen and analytical skills to diagnose opportunities. Self-directed and organized with the ability to adapt and change in a shifting environment. Impact and influence with customers to mobilize action plans. Ability to quickly identify issues and develop recommendations for timely, compliant resolution. Location
This is a field-based position. The percentage of travel will be determined by customer location in relation to the geographic location of the successful candidate. Benefits
Please visit GSK US Benefits Summary to learn more about the comprehensive benefits program GSK offers US employees. Equal Opportunity Employer
GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law. Important notice to Employment businesses/ Agencies
GSK does not accept referrals from employment businesses and/or employment agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site. All employment businesses/agencies are required to contact GSK's commercial and general procurement/human resources department to obtain prior written authorization before referring any candidates to GSK. The obtaining of prior written authorization is a condition precedent to any agreement (verbal or written) between the employment business/ agency and GSK. In the absence of such written authorization being obtained any actions undertaken by the employment business/agency shall be deemed to have been performed without the consent or contractual agreement of GSK. GSK shall therefore not be liable for any fees arising from any actions or any fees arising from any referrals by employment businesses/agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site. Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities contact us at HR.AmericasSC-CS@gsk.com where you can also request a call. Please note should your inquiry not relate to adjustments, we will not be able to support you through these channels. However, we have created a Recruitment FAQ guide. Click the link where you will find answers to multiple questions we receive.
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