Regional Director, Neuromuscular

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of Regional Account Associate Directors (RAAD).
• Foster strong team culture and account‑based engagement across designated neuromuscular treatment centers.
• Lead execution of a case‑based gene therapy model.
• Partner closely with neuromuscular centers and cross‑functional teams.
• Ensure site onboarding and readiness by aligning operational processes and reimbursement workflows.
• Collaborate with Access, Novartis Patient Services, Trade & Distribution, and Medical.
• Build and sustain relationships with neuromuscular centers and key thought leaders.
• Champion cross‑functional collaboration to deliver a seamless patient‑centered experience from diagnosis through treatment and reimbursement.

• Bachelor’s degree required from 4‑year college or university.
• 10+ years’ experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, healthcare, or similarly structured industries with large, geographically dispersed teams.
• 2+ years’ experience in field commercial leadership.
• 5+ years’ experience in pharmaceutical and/or biotechnology sales, account management, or market access roles.
• 2+ years’ experience supporting buy‑and‑bill therapies.
• 2+ years’ experience leading sophisticated, cross‑functional projects requiring national alignment and collaboration.
• Recent US experience with deep understanding of the US Healthcare ecosystem.
• Proven success in frontline sales and product launches.
• Candidate must reside within region or reasonable commuting distance to metropolitan airport.
• Ability to travel 60-80% over a broad geography is required, with a valid driver’s license.