Acadia Pharmaceuticals Inc.

Senior Area Business Manager - Baltimore, MD

Maryland - Remote · Senior

Sponsorship not specified$156k-$195kDetected 13 days ago

SalesFDA RegulatoryLeadershipCommunicationCollaboration

About the role

Acadia is seeking a patient-inspired, results-driven sales professional to join our team as an Area Business Manager.
This role offers the unique opportunity to promote the first and only FDA-approved treatment specifically indicated for Rett syndrome in adults and pediatric patients ages two and older.
Success in this role requires agility, intellectual curiosity, and resilience in navigating evolving customer and market dynamics.

Develop and maintain strong working relationships with target HCPs to enhance awareness of the assigned therapeutic area, including the safety and efficacy of Acadia's products.
Cultivate and maintain strong connections with key opinion leaders (KOLs) and relevant stakeholders in your territory.
Address customer concerns quickly and collaborate with internal teams to resolve issues efficiently.
Analyze sales potential and optimize your outreach to maximize results, while working within budget and compliance guidelines.
Collaborate seamlessly with cross-functional teams to align strategies and deliver exceptional support to patients and providers.
Maintain a positive, solutions-oriented attitude while thriving in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
We are committed to building a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and innovative company, and we are looking for the BEST candidate for the job.

This position requires the ability to travel independently overnight and/or work after hours as required by travel schedule or business needs.
Travel up to 80% of the time (depending on territory geography) and work after hours if required by travel schedule or business issues.
Depending on the territory's geography and work requirements, may also be required to live within a reasonable distance to a major airport.
Area Business Manager: $180,000.00- requires at least 3 years of pharmaceutical sales experience, with at least 1 years in specialty sales (emphasis in rare diseases).
Area Business Manager: $195,000.00- requires 8 years of pharmaceutical sales experience, including 5 years in specialty sales (emphasis in rare diseases).

Preferred experience in specialty sales which would include rare diseases, CNS/neurology, or pediatric neurology, and familiarity with specialty distribution and access.

Bachelor's degree required, with a strong preference for life sciences.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a self-motivated, proactive attitude.
Must be in good standing with the FDA and OIG.
Education/Experience/Skills:

About Acadia Pharmaceuticals
Acadia is committed to turning scientific promise into meaningful innovation that makes the difference for underserved neurological and rare disease communities around the world.
Our commercial portfolio includes the first and only FDA-approved treatments for Parkinson's disease psychosis and Rett syndrome.
We are developing the next wave of therapeutic advancements with a robust and diverse pipeline that includes mid- to late-stage programs in Alzheimer's disease psychosis and Lewy body dementia psychosis, along with earlier-stage programs that address other underserved patient needs.
At Acadia, we're here to be their difference.
Guide customers on product pricing and access, acting as a liaison with internal teams for more complex questions.
Represent Acadia with pride, reflecting our mission, values, and culture in every interaction.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications in the exact way they are described in job postings.
That candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background or may meet the qualifications in a different way.
We strongly encourage you to apply, especially if the reason you are the best candidate isn't exactly what we describe here.
As an equal opportunity employer, Acadia is committed to a diverse workforce.

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