U.S. Sales Director - East Operations

The Client:
Our client is a cutting edge biotechnology company that focuses on the research, development, and marketing of new therapeutic products aimed at treating blood disorders. This is the Headquarters location for a publicly traded company with additional subsidiary locations in the United States and abroad.

Responsibilities:
This position will hold the most senior level leadership sales role for a newly developed drug and will be responsible for evaluating and finalizing the size and structure for the sales organization; building, training, and leading the sales team for the Eastern United States; and achieving all sales objectives. Additional responsibilities will include overseeing the implementation of the reimbursement, access and distribution model; providing input for the US brand strategy; and teaching, coaching, and mentoring the Clinical Sales Specialists.

Key Selection Criteria:
The successful candidate will possess a minimum of ten years experience in the pharmaceutical industry with a proven track record for success in building and leading sales teams. Experience in specialty sales, with hematology/oncology and/or ultra orphan drug experience preferred.
Compensation:

This position provides a highly competitive base compensation plus bonus, stock options, employee relocation assistance and a comprehensive fringe benefits program.

Contact:
Michelle Martens
Sims Associates / 208 Lockwood Road / Fairfield, CT 06825
203-761-0772 / 203-374-8736
martens@simsassoc.com