Specialty Account Manager - Anaheim, CA

Viridian Therapeutics, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 110.000 - 170.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) Company Match

Employee Stock Purchase plan

Generous vacation plan

Zusammenfassung

A biotechnology company is seeking a Specialty Account Manager to drive performance in a defined territory, focusing on specialty and rare disease markets. The role involves strategic business planning, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and building relationships with key accounts. Applicants should have over 8 years of biotech/pharma sales experience and a proven record in specialty launches. Competitive pay, benefits, and remote work options available.

Qualifikationen

• 8+ years of progressive biotech/pharma sales experience.
• 5+ years of specialty and/or rare disease sales experience preferred.
• Strong track record of exceeding performance goals.

Aufgaben

• Build and maintain relationships with key accounts and influencers.
• Translate national strategies into actionable territory-level execution plans.
• Monitor and analyze territory performance to drive continuous improvement.

Kenntnisse

Biotech/pharma sales experience

Specialty and/or rare disease sales

Strong analytical skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Analytical skills

Travel readiness

Customer relationship building

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

At Viridian, we are focused on developing best-in-class medicines for people living with autoimmune and rare diseases. Leveraging our team’s expertise in antibody discovery and engineering, we have created a robust pipeline of differentiated investigational therapeutic candidates for well-validated targets.

Reporting to the Regional Sales Director (RSDs), the Specialty Account Manager (SAMs) will play a pivotal role in Viridian’s first commercial launch. This position is responsible for driving performance within a defined territory, aligned with regional and national objectives. Success will be achieved through strategic business planning, tactical execution and cross-functional collaboration. The SAM will partner with their RSD and internal teams, including Market Access, Field Medical, Marketing, Commercial Operations, and Sales Training, to ensure strategic alignment, seamless customer experiences, and best-in-class account management.

This is a critical role with the opportunity to contribute in a meaningful way to Viridian’s transition to a fully operational commercial organization.

This role is fully remote. Consistent travel within the sales territory is required and to company meetings as necessary throughout the year. Applicant must reside in the territory they are supporting to be considered for the role.

This territory is anchored in Orange, CA and includes key cities such as Huntington Beach, CA and Santa Ana, CA, among others.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with key accounts, referral networks, and influencers within the assigned territory
• Develop account engagement and pull-through strategies in collaboration with cross-functional partners
• Demonstrate Viridian’s corporate values and contribute to a first-launch culture focused on excellence and agility

Territory Execution & Strategic Alignment

• Translate national strategies into actionable territory-level execution plans that drive demand
• Execute aligned targeting, messaging, and engagement strategies across customer types, including ophthalmology specialists, endocrinologists, infusion centers, and referral networks
• Optimal utilization of field resources and marketing programs to maximize impact at the territory level

Business Planning

• Develop and execute a comprehensive territory business plan ensuring disciplined call planning, customer segmentation, and tactical activities
• Monitor and analyze territory performance, competitive dynamics, and local market trends to drive continuous improvement

Cross-Functional Partnership

• Collaborate with Sales Leadership, Marketing, Field Medical, Market Access, Training, and Commercial Operations to ensure cohesive customer engagement
• Act with urgency to accelerate execution and remove barriers to success
• Share field insights and competitive intelligence to inform strategy, tactics, and resource development

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive biotech/pharma sales experience, including 5+ years of specialty and/or rare disease sales experience. Ophthalmology sales experience is a plus.
• Proven success launching specialty or rare disease products, ideally in buy-and-bill or complex referral ecosystems
• Strong track record of exceeding performance goals
• Deep understanding of specialty sales models, referral networks, and customer access dynamics
• Strong analytical, business planning, and communication skills
• Strong commitment to ethical standards
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite (i.e., Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, etc.)
• Ability to travel up to 50%
• The salary range for this position is commensurate with experience

Benefits

• Competitive pay and stock options for all employees
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with 85% of premiums paid by Viridian for employees and their eligible dependents
• Fertility and mental health programs
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Life, Travel and AD&D
• 401(k) Company Match with immediate company vest
• Employee Stock Purchase plan
• Generous vacation plan and paid company holiday shutdowns
• Various mental, financial, and proactive physical health programs covered by Viridian

Viridian Therapeutics, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination, harassment, or retaliation of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State, and Local laws. Viridian will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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