Regional Oncology Sales Director – Mid-Atlantic Launch

Summit Therapeutics Inc.; Atlantic, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 215,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Therapeutics Inc. is seeking an Oncology Regional Business Director to lead the successful launch and commercialization of ivonescimab in a U.S. region, reporting to the Head of U.S.

Sales. You will recruit, coach, and manage a field sales team while collaborating with Marketing, Medical Affairs, Market Access, and other teams to execute strategic initiatives. The role requires 10+ years in pharma/biotech sales with 5+ years in oncology leadership, NSCLC experience preferred, and up to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, life sciences, or a related field.
• 10+ years of pharmaceutical or biotechnology sales experience, including 5+ years of oncology sales leadership.
• NSCLC experience strongly preferred.
• Strong coaching, leadership, and performance management skills.
• Ability to travel up to 75%.

Responsibilities

• Execute national sales strategies and business plans to achieve regional sales objectives and market share goals.
• Recruit, develop, coach, and retain a high-performing team of oncology account managers, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and excellence.
• Lead regional launch readiness and execution, ensuring sales representatives are prepared to effectively promote ivonescimab and deliver a best-in-class customer experience.
• Monitor regional sales performance through KPIs, performance metrics, and business analytics; provide ongoing coaching and development to maximize team effectiveness.
• Develop strategic regional business plans and account strategies to optimize customer engagement and resource deployment.
• Partner closely with Marketing, Medical Affairs, Market Access, Commercial Operations, and other cross-functional teams to ensure aligned execution of commercial initiatives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key oncology customers, healthcare systems, and regional stakeholders.
• Gather and communicate customer insights, competitive intelligence, and market dynamics to inform commercial strategy and continuous improvement.
• Lead regional sales meetings, business reviews, and field coaching activities to reinforce strategic priorities and share best practices.
• Ensure all commercial activities are conducted in compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and applicable legal requirements.
• Manage regional travel, expenses, and resources responsibly.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Oncology sales

Team development

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or life sciences

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Summit Therapeutics Inc. is seeking an Oncology Regional Business Director to lead the successful launch and commercialization of ivonescimab in a U.S. region, reporting to the Head of U.S.

Sales. You will recruit, coach, and manage a field sales team while collaborating with Marketing, Medical Affairs, Market Access, and other teams to execute strategic initiatives. The role requires 10+ years in pharma/biotech sales with 5+ years in oncology leadership, NSCLC experience preferred, and up to