Specialty Account Manager - Phoenix S, AZ

Specialty Account Manager – Phoenix S, AZ

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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 Phoenix S, AZ and includes key cities such as Tucson, AZ & Yuma, AZ among others.

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• Competitive pay and stock options for all employees
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with 85% of premiums paid by Viridian for employees…