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Federal Account Manager - Great Lakes at GSMS
GSMS
Cleveland, OH
Sales
Posted 1 days ago
Job Description
Federal Account Manager - Great Lakes
Federal Account Manager Summary: The Federal Account Manager is a field-based role responsible for the development, management, and execution of sales strategies within the Federal Government markets, specifically Veterans Administration (VA) and Department of Defense (DoD) systems. Representing client companies supported by GSMS / WSI, the Federal Account Manager will drive product awareness, sales growth, and market share within assigned territories. This role requires a comprehensive understanding of the federal healthcare system and its operational protocols. The ideal candidate will be highly skilled in relationship building, business planning, and cross-functional coordination, ensuring successful engagement with both client and federal stakeholders. General Duties and Responsibilities: Federal Sales Responsibilities:
The hiring range for this position is $115,000 to $135,000 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills and experience among other factors. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of other health and welfare benefits.
Federal Account Manager Summary: The Federal Account Manager is a field-based role responsible for the development, management, and execution of sales strategies within the Federal Government markets, specifically Veterans Administration (VA) and Department of Defense (DoD) systems. Representing client companies supported by GSMS / WSI, the Federal Account Manager will drive product awareness, sales growth, and market share within assigned territories. This role requires a comprehensive understanding of the federal healthcare system and its operational protocols. The ideal candidate will be highly skilled in relationship building, business planning, and cross-functional coordination, ensuring successful engagement with both client and federal stakeholders. General Duties and Responsibilities: Federal Sales Responsibilities:
- Promote client company products to targeted VA and DoD healthcare professionals and decision-makers
- Develop and implement strategic sales plans for assigned territory
- Build long-term, value-driven relationships with federal healthcare providers, administrators, pharmacy staff, contracting officers, and policy makers
- Identify key stakeholders and decision-makers within each account to maximize product access and adoption
- Customize and execute business plans tailored to the policies, procedures, and goals of each target account
- Coordinate effectively with client company field teams and leadership to align messaging and resources
- Monitor and report on performance metrics to ensure achievement of client objectives
- Maintain a high level of clinical knowledge within the Oncology and Hematology space
- Understand and navigate the complexities of VA/DoD systems, formularies, procurement pathways, and contracting
- Support product access through education, advocacy, and facilitation of internal processes unique to federal institutions
- Ensure timely and compliant responses to medical inquiries and contracting discussions
- Represent GSMS / WSI and client companies at appropriate federal healthcare conferences and meetings
- Received: Regional Sales Director or equivalent Client Services Leadership
- Given: None
- BA/BS degree required
- Minimum of 5 years of field sales, hospital sales, managed care, marketing, or sales management experience
- Demonstrated success in pharmaceutical or biotech sales, preferably in Oncology & Hematology
- Direct experience with Federal Government Healthcare Sales (VA/DoD) strongly preferred
- Prior military experience beneficial
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
- Willingness to travel 50-60% within assigned region
- Must reside within or near the Great Lakes Region
The hiring range for this position is $115,000 to $135,000 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills and experience among other factors. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of other health and welfare benefits.
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Typical mid-level pay: $127k for Advertising and Promotions Managers nationally
National salary averages
Expected mid-level
$127k
Entry
Mid
Senior
Expected
Senior roles pay 108% more than entry—experience is well rewarded.
Slight employer advantage
Standard dynamics. Preparation and demonstrated value matter most.
Hiring leverage
Balanced
Wage leverage
âš Disconnect
Limited
Mobility
Moderate
Durability
Mostly durable
Who this leverage applies to
Stronger for:
Remote-capable workers
Weaker for:
Entry-level candidates, Career switchers
Where to negotiate
Base salary
Sign-on bonus
Title / level
Remote flexibility
Scope & responsibility
Start date / PTO
Likely Possible Unlikely
Watch out for
Wage disconnect:
Hiring is active but pay hasn't responded—negotiate on other terms.
21% self-employed:
Traditional full-time roles may be scarcer.
Focus on demonstrating unique fit and value.
Does this path compound?
Job Growth →
⚡
High churn
Growth, flat pay
🚀
Compound
Growth + pay upside
⚠️
Plateau
Limited growth
⭐
Specialize
Experts earn more
Pay Upside →
Stable but flat
Steady work, but limited growth in both jobs and pay.
-2%
10yr growth
Most openings come from retirements and turnover, not new positions.
21% work independently—freelance or consulting is viable.
A bachelor's degree is typically expected.
Typical: Bachelor's degree
Consider building adjacent skills to stay marketable.
Labor data: BLS 2024