Area Business Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Ohio.

📋 Description

• Report directly to the Regional Business Leader, ensuring alignment with the overall objectives and strategies of the sales team.

• Establish trusted relationships with healthcare providers by offering expert insights and ensuring they have the necessary tools to initiate patients on suitable therapies.

• Develop and sustain strong working relationships with targeted healthcare professionals (HCPs) to increase awareness of the assigned therapeutic area, including the safety and efficacy of Acadia’s products.

• Deliver MLR-approved, education-focused messages that equip HCPs with resources to facilitate meaningful patient discussions.

• Foster and maintain strong connections with key opinion leaders (KOLs) and relevant stakeholders within your territory.

• Evaluate sales potential and optimize outreach efforts to maximize results while adhering to budget and compliance guidelines.

• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to align strategies and provide exceptional support to patients and providers.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree is required, with a strong preference for candidates with a background in life sciences.

• A minimum of 3 years of pharmaceutical sales experience, including at least 1 year in specialty sales, particularly in rare diseases.

• Preferred experience in specialty sales, including rare diseases, CNS/neurology, or pediatric neurology, along with familiarity with specialty distribution and access.

• Advanced selling and communication skills, with the ability to cultivate lasting relationships with KOLs, Centers of Excellence, and multidisciplinary care teams.

• Applicants must reside within the territory, possess a valid driver’s license, and be willing to travel extensively, including overnight stays and air travel.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive base salary, bonuses, new hire and ongoing equity packages.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.

• Employer-paid life, disability, business travel, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) coverage.

• 401(k) Plan with a fully vested company match of 1:1 up to 5%.

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 2-year purchase price lock-in.

• More than 15 vacation days.

• 13 to 15 paid holidays, including office closure from December 24th to January 1st.

• 10 days of paid sick leave.

• Paid parental leave benefit.

• Tuition assistance program.