National Sales Director - Pharmaceuticals (Infectious Disease)

The Asahi Kasei Group operates with a commitment of creating for tomorrow. Our business sectors, Material, Homes, and Health Care, contribute to the development of society by anticipating the changing needs of those around the world. We look for candidates that offer a fresh perspective and a variety of skills to help us achieve our commitment. Veloxis Pharmaceuticals is an Asahi-Kasei Group Company based in Cary, NC. Our purpose is to transform transplant medicine as the primary partner to the community of transplant healthcare providers and their patients; our focus is in developing new therapies and programs to help transplant healthcare providers and the patients they treat. Veloxis provides a dynamic and innovative place to work that encourages professional development and embraces diversity. We seek creative, intelligent, action-oriented, and passionate individuals who thrive in a collaborative team environment. If you are interested in being part of a patient-centric company, then we invite you to learn more about the employment opportunities available at Veloxis. Our success is tied to the contribution of every team member, which is why we provide a valuable and competitive compensation package that includes health and insurance benefits, training, and development opportunities, as well as performance-based bonus eligibility. Company: Veloxis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Job Description: The National Sales Director is responsible for leading, developing, and executing commercial strategy for the Company's new launch brand of an innovative and new anti-infective at a national level. The incumbent plays a key role through collaborating with commercial colleagues to build and develop sales strategy, architecture, footprint, key field personnel hiring, and develop go-to market strategies and tactical plans to support this team. Additionally, the incumbent works cross-functionally to integrate, where possible, with the Company's broader sales team to optimize resources and create a unified culture. The base compensation range for this role is $270-300K. Base Compensation is influenced by many factors including, but not limited to: time in the role, previous experience, skills, knowledge, performance, work requirements, internal equity, and business / economic conditions. Summary of Key Responsibilities Provides strategic leadership and direction to national team to achieve or exceed area sales targets and business objectives. Maintains deep expertise in therapeutic areas, product portfolio, and evolving healthcare landscape to guide decision-making. Develops and executes a comprehensive national business plan aligned with the Company's brand strategies and corporate goals. Analyzes market dynamics, competitive landscape, and customer insights to identify opportunities and mitigate risks. Drives consistent execution of sales strategies across regions while ensuring adaptability to local market conditions. Ensures all business activities comply with applicable laws, regulations, and Company policies. Builds, leads, and develops a high-performing leadership team through coaching, mentoring, and talent development initiatives. Establishes a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement across the assigned area. Ensures alignment and strong cross-functional collaboration with the broader sales organization, Marketing, Market Access, Patient Services/Support, Business Intelligence and other key partners. Monitors and manages regional-level financial performance, including budget oversight and contribution to P&L objectives. Leads national and regional business reviews, planning sessions, and performance management processes. Provides actionable insights and feedback to senior sales leadership to inform national strategy and business planning. Champions Company values, ethical standards, and a patient-first mindset in all activities. Responsible for assigned annual budgets, including scheduled forecast and expenses updates. Required Qualifications and Skills Bachelor's degree required; MBA or other advanced degree strongly preferred. Minimum of 15 years of pharmaceutical/biotech industry experience. At least 5+ years of progressive leadership experience, including managing second-line leaders (e.g., RSDs or equivalent). Anti-infective TA experience and hospital leadership experience required Orphan, rare disease experience required. Proven track record of driving sustained sales performance and market growth across multiple regions. Deep understanding of the inpatient and outpatient reimbursement landscape for anti-infectives Demonstrated success in building and developing high-performing teams and future leaders. Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and decision-making skills. Experience managing budgets and contributing to P&L performance. Deep understanding of compliance, regulatory requirements, and industry standards. Excellent communication, collaboration, and executive presence. Travel Requirements: Approximately 60%, including overnight. Required travel to Cary, NC HQ, minimum 2 times per month for strategic planning and integration. #LI-AS1 As an equal opportunity employer, Asahi Kasei believes a diverse workforce will provide us with the ability to continuously support the changes in the economy, society, and environment. Be cautious of fraudulent communications claiming to be from Asahi Kasei. Incidents have occurred in which individuals impersonating Asahi Kasei recruiters have contacted people on LinkedIn requesting personal information. If someone does not have a verification badge, that person is not authorized to engage in recruitment activities on behalf of Asahi Kasei. Please also note that we never ask applicants to make any payments in the recruitment process. If you receive any suspicious messages or recruitment outreach that does not meet these criteria, please do not respond, and report the matter directly to LinkedIn. Asahi Kasei in North America emphasizes recruiting key talent within the region. Across our multiple business units, we focus on growth, innovation, and initiative to help develop our people and give them the resources they need to succeed. Part of our mission is to be a good corporate citizen, dedicating our time to employees, customers, and communities around us. As an employer, Asahi Kasei offers a comprehensive benefits package, growth opportunities throughout our companies, and a diverse environment to enhance your career. About Asahi Kasei The Asahi Kasei Group contributes to life and living for people around the world. Since its foundation in 1922, Asahi Kasei has consistently grown through the proactive transformation of its business portfolio to meet the evolving needs of every age. With more than 46,000 employees around the world, the company contributes to a sustainable society by providing solutions to the world's challenges through its three business sectors of Material, Homes, and Health Care. In North America, Asahi Kasei currently has over 23 business units and 10,000 employees. Our People Asahi Kasei recognizes that our people are our greatest strength. We operate with an emphasis on developing our employees and promoting from within. Our broad spectrum of companies within the Material, Homes, and Health Care sectors allows employees to collaborate across locations and industries. The possibilities for employees will continue to grow as we accelerate new business activity internally and externally through mergers and acquisitions. 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