Wendy L Ruppert
Leroy,MI
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with a proven track record in Biologic and Pharmaceutical Sales, recognized for exceptional time management and problem-solving abilities. Reliable and adaptable, with a swift capacity to learn and implement new skills effectively. A dynamic individual who embraces challenges with a creative, results-driven mindset, dedicated to driving team success and fostering organizational growth. Committed to making meaningful contributions that align with and advance strategic objectives.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Territory Account Specialist
Novartis Pharmaceutical Corporation
12.2012 - 12.2025
- Account Management Consultant promoting Kesimpta (anti-CD 20 MAB) to MS specialists/Neurologists, nurses, care coordinators, institutions and specialty pharmacies. Work closely with customer facing cross-functional partners: medical, reimbursement, strategic operations, managed care
- Previous responsibilities included: promotion of Gilenya (MS) and Aimovig (Migraine) to Neurology and IM; Exelon Patch and Exforge to Primary Care, Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Neurology, Psychiatry, Long-Term Care/Assisted Living
- 2025 Marketing Connector field intelligence team
- 2023 Business Acumen field intelligence team
- 2021 Area Data Analytics field intelligence team
- 2019 Elected to Sales Management Development Program – Graduated 2021
- 2018 Regional Field Trainer
- 2018 Promoted to Executive MS Sales Specialist
- 2016 Promoted to Senior MS Sales Specialist
Project Manager – National Projects
Michigan Hospital Association - Keystone Center for patient Safety & Quality
06.2012 - 12.2012
- Responsible for managing / coordinating collaborative initiatives for state and national hospital teams participating in patient safety and quality improvement projects: hospital acquired infection projects
Area Business Manager – Neuroscience Specialist
Biogen Idec
12.2006 - 09.2011
- Neurology, infusion clinic, account management consultant promoting biologic therapies for Multiple Sclerosis
- Ranked #7 in region and #34 in Nation. Attained 100% IC payout/sales contests while managing a very large territory. Tysabri regional product specialist with infusion/injection experience; Tysabri advisory board member, buy-and-bill/specialty pharmacy experience working extensively with FDA mandated REMS (Risk Map); participated in the building competitive immunity training program; cross-functional collaboration with medical, case management, nurse/therapy support and reimbursement
Cardiovascular Risk Specialist
CV Therapeutics
08.2005 - 11.2006
- Hospital/Clinic cardiologist consultant promoting orphan drug, Ranexa, for new start-up biotechnology organization
- Successfully launched Ranexa – new therapeutic class for treatment of chronic angina; named Regional Ranexa product specialist; displayed monthly product growth; achieved maximum payout
Cardiovascular Risk Specialist/ Territory Business Manager/ District Sales Trainer
Bristo-Myes Squibb Company
04.1999 - 02.2005
- Promoted: Avapro, Avalide, Buspar, Cefzil, Coumadin, Dovonex, Glucovance, Glucophage XR, Lac-Hydrin, Metaglip, Monopril, Plaix, Pracacchol,, Sezone, Tequin, Ultravate. Marketed to: Cardiology, Dermatology, Endocrinology, Infectious Disease, Internal Medicine, Nephrology, Neuology, Primary Care, Psychiatry, Rheumatology, Urgent Care, Urology
- Completed Management Candidate program
- Promoted to Cardiovascular Risk Specialist
- Tequin & Plavix product champion
Education
MBA -
University of Phoenix
BA - Exercise Health Science
Alma College
Skills
- Account relationship development
- Collaborative teamwork across functions
- Problem resolution
- Strategic planning
- Account management
- Sales expertise
- Customer-centric
- Interpersonal skills
Accomplishments
- MS Sales Award Recipient
- 2016 President’s Club Award
- 2015 Sales Excellence Award
- 2015 External Focus Award
- 2014 President’s Club Award
- 2013 President’s Club Award
- 2013 Regional rank - #1/136
Timeline
Executive Territory Account Specialist
Novartis Pharmaceutical Corporation
12.2012 - 12.2025
Project Manager – National Projects
Michigan Hospital Association - Keystone Center for patient Safety & Quality
06.2012 - 12.2012
Area Business Manager – Neuroscience Specialist
Biogen Idec
12.2006 - 09.2011
Cardiovascular Risk Specialist
CV Therapeutics
08.2005 - 11.2006
Cardiovascular Risk Specialist/ Territory Business Manager/ District Sales Trainer
Bristo-Myes Squibb Company
04.1999 - 02.2005
BA - Exercise Health Science
Alma College
MBA -
University of Phoenix