West Regional Sales Director — High-Impact Biotech Leader

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 232,000 - 348,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated is seeking a Senior Regional Sales Director for the West Region. You will lead a team of sales professionals, drive achievement of business targets, and partner across functions to address customer needs and market dynamics.

This is a high-visibility leadership role within the cystic fibrosis portfolio. The role requires substantial field experience, cross-functional collaboration, and a strong focus on compliance and performance improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline; Master's preferred.
• Typically requires 12 years in biotech/pharmaceuticals with 5 years of supervisory/management experience.
• Significant customer engagement experience leading regional sales teams in competitive specialty care or rare disease space.

Responsibilities

• Leads and retains a high-performing team delivering results.
• Establishes area/territory/institution plans aligned with customer needs and market trends.
• Tracks team performance and adjusts execution to meet goals.
• Fosters positive, collaborative team culture across the region and nation.
• Ensures integrity and compliance with company policies in all activities.

Skills

Influence

Innovation

Team leadership

Executive service

Creative problem solving

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated is seeking a Senior Regional Sales Director for the West Region. You will lead a team of sales professionals, drive achievement of business targets, and partner across functions to address customer needs and market dynamics.

This is a high-visibility leadership role within the cystic fibrosis portfolio. The role requires substantial field experience, cross-functional collaboration, and a strong focus on compliance and performance improvement.