Area Sales Director, Dermatology - West

Incyte Corporation; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 259,000 - 351,000; Full time

Job summary

Incyte Corporation seeks an Area Sales Director in California to lead Immunology Business Directors and their teams, advancing the Opzelura business across regions. The role requires strong sales leadership, strategic planning, and collaboration with HQ and other functions to maximize opportunities.

The candidate will coach high‑performing strategic teams, develop business plans, and implement national level sales strategies while staying aligned with company policies and compliance requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook, and database applications, or equivalent software skills.
• Proven track record in sales and leadership performance.
• Ability to motivate, retain, and develop team members.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance to the IBDs and ITS on the marketing, allocating, monitoring, and leveraging of internal/external resources (e.g., discretionary spend).
• Assist in developing local thought leader relationships to achieve aligned objectives.
• Conduct sales meetings to drive performance.
• Lead diverse teams and regions of responsibility to meet revenue targets.
• Develop and implement reliable, effective metrics to measure outcomes; identify and recommend changes to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

Skills

Sales leadership

Team development

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Database applications

Job description

Overview

A global biopharmaceutical company on a mission to Solve On, Incyte follows science to find solutions for patients with unmet medical needs. Through the discovery, development, and commercialization of proprietary therapeutics, Incyte has established a portfolio of first-in-class medicines for patients and a strong pipeline of products in Hematology, Oncology and Inflammation and Autoimmunity

Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, Incyte has operations in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Job Summary (Primary function)

The Area Sales Director (ASD) will focus appropriately on advancing the Opzelura business. The role leads a team of Immunology Business Directors, who in turn lead teams consisting of Immunology Therapeutic specialists. These teams are dedicated to success within the immunology business and the Opzelura franchise to maximize business opportunities, and they work collaboratively with other key functions within the
immunology business.

Essential Functions of the Job (Key responsibilities)

• Provide guidance to the IBDs and ITS on the marketing, allocating, monitoring, and leveraging of internal/external resources (e.g., discretionary spend), ensuring inclusive and equitable access to resources for all team members.
• Assist in developing local thought leader relationships to achieve aligned objectives.
• Conduct sales meetings to drive performance.
• Share best practices with team members, colleagues, and headquarters.
• Conduct annual and on-going performance reviews.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state and company policies.
• Lead diverse teams and regions of responsibility to meet revenue targets.
• Employ strong leadership skills, develop business plans for the assigned areas, and implement national level sales strategies.
• Demonstrate a solid understanding of the evolving immunology marketplace and its various customer segments.
• Develop and implement reliable, effective metrics to measure outcomes; identifies and recommends changes to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Provide ideas that contribute to the formation of the overall Regional, Area and national business strategies.
• Develop innovative ways to drive results within company guidelines.
• Exceeds performance driven goals and routinely measures outcomes.
• Empower individuals to perform beyond their current responsibilities.
• Develop, hire, and coach high-performing strategic teams to ensure optimal productivity; foster a creative, innovative, and supportive workplace that values diverse perspectives and inclusivity.

Qualifications (Minimal acceptable level of education, work experience, and competency)

• Discover - Develop - Deliver - Collaborate
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook, and database applications, or equivalent software skills, is required.
• Documentation of success in annual reviews and up to date sales reports.
• Proven track record in sales and leadership performance, with experience in access and reimbursement considered an advantage.
• Ability to motivate, retain, and develop team members, including those in roles such as IBDs and Immunology Therapeutic Specialists.
• Extensive experience in specialty therapeutic sales within the immunology industry, with a focus on skills and achievements rather than specific years of experience.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• Possession of a valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record, with accommodations available for individuals with disabilities who may require them.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time, with accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Management reserves the right to change or modify such duties as required.

Incyte Corporation is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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Pay Range

USD $259,250.00 - USD $350,750.00 /Yr.