Takeda
Regional Business Leader, Sleep Disorders - New York City
Takeda, Trenton, New Jersey, United States
Regional Business Leader, Sleep Disorders - New York City
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Base pay range $175,200.00/yr - $240,900.00/yr
This range is provided by Takeda. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
About the role The Regional Business Leader, Sleep Disorders, plays a critical role in executing business strategies to launch a potentially novel, first‑in‑class orexin therapy for the rare neurological sleep disorder, narcolepsy type 1. As a first‑line leader, this position involves building and leading a team of sales representatives to ensure that sales performance meets or surpasses company objectives.
The Regional Business Leader is expected to take ownership and accountability for implementing company priorities, ultimately maximizing sales results. With a new product launch in a developing therapeutic area for Takeda, strong execution and building our Company’s reputation will be essential to success. The Regional Business Leader will be responsible for hiring, leading, and developing a new team of representatives that can meet and exceed expectations.
How you will contribute
Lead the compliant execution of business strategies to deliver or exceed sales expectations at Regional and Area level.
Recruit, hire, and coach a team of sales representatives to deliver exceptional sales performance.
Translate the broader vision to the team and create a high‑performance culture that values results, personal accountability and continued development.
Foster an environment of learning and growth that results in short‑ and long‑term success, skills development and retention of talent.
Provide consistent and accurate expectations and ongoing feedback as part of the performance management process.
Prioritize field coaching with representatives to elevate selling skills and strategic territory management.
Lead by example in compliance with Takeda’s speak‑up culture to promote adherence to relevant SOPs.
Implement all dimensions of marketing strategies and plans on a regional level through effective strategic management of key resources.
Develop and execute own Region sales plan while leading the development and execution of representative sales plans on a quarterly basis.
Analyze region and territory performance to identify opportunities for business growth.
Lead the strategic allocation and utilization of the sales budget to drive business growth.
Build and maintain an in-depth knowledge of key region KOLs, top HCPs, sleep centers and important institutions and IDNs.
Leverage the payor landscape across the region for business growth.
Collaborate with field partners including patient services, medical, managed markets, and others.
Plan and conduct POA/launch meetings in accordance with business unit marketing plans.
Leverage AI and digital dexterity to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
Proactively communicate consistently across teams to share insights and relay direction.
Minimum Requirements / Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree – BS/BA.
5+ years of management‑level experience with a proven track record in the pharmaceutical, immunology, biologic/biotech, or medical device industries.
Prior experience as a pharmaceutical sales representative with proven success.
Demonstrated business and strategic planning skills.
Ability to coach, delegate, and motivate a sales team providing timely feedback.
Ability to analyze complex data and develop strategic actions.
Strong communication skills – verbal, written, and presentation.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word/Excel/PowerPoint.
Comfortable with emerging technologies and digital tools, openness to AI‑enabled processes.
Must reside in or within close proximity to assigned geography.
Preferred
MBA or Master’s Degree.
3+ years of people leadership experience.
Experience selling or leading teams in the rare disease space.
Sleep disorders experience.
Pharmaceutical product launch experience.
Licenses / Certifications
Valid Driver’s License.
Travel Requirements
Travel 50–75% to support the region, including overnights.
Ability to drive or fly to various meetings/client sites to work with sales professionals and attend local and national meetings/trainings.
Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.
For Location New York – Virtual.
EEO Statement Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.
Locations: New York – Virtual, New Jersey – Virtual. Worker Type: Employee. Worker Sub‑Type: Regular. Time Type: Full time. Job Exempt: Yes.
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Base pay range $175,200.00/yr - $240,900.00/yr
This range is provided by Takeda. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
About the role The Regional Business Leader, Sleep Disorders, plays a critical role in executing business strategies to launch a potentially novel, first‑in‑class orexin therapy for the rare neurological sleep disorder, narcolepsy type 1. As a first‑line leader, this position involves building and leading a team of sales representatives to ensure that sales performance meets or surpasses company objectives.
The Regional Business Leader is expected to take ownership and accountability for implementing company priorities, ultimately maximizing sales results. With a new product launch in a developing therapeutic area for Takeda, strong execution and building our Company’s reputation will be essential to success. The Regional Business Leader will be responsible for hiring, leading, and developing a new team of representatives that can meet and exceed expectations.
How you will contribute
Lead the compliant execution of business strategies to deliver or exceed sales expectations at Regional and Area level.
Recruit, hire, and coach a team of sales representatives to deliver exceptional sales performance.
Translate the broader vision to the team and create a high‑performance culture that values results, personal accountability and continued development.
Foster an environment of learning and growth that results in short‑ and long‑term success, skills development and retention of talent.
Provide consistent and accurate expectations and ongoing feedback as part of the performance management process.
Prioritize field coaching with representatives to elevate selling skills and strategic territory management.
Lead by example in compliance with Takeda’s speak‑up culture to promote adherence to relevant SOPs.
Implement all dimensions of marketing strategies and plans on a regional level through effective strategic management of key resources.
Develop and execute own Region sales plan while leading the development and execution of representative sales plans on a quarterly basis.
Analyze region and territory performance to identify opportunities for business growth.
Lead the strategic allocation and utilization of the sales budget to drive business growth.
Build and maintain an in-depth knowledge of key region KOLs, top HCPs, sleep centers and important institutions and IDNs.
Leverage the payor landscape across the region for business growth.
Collaborate with field partners including patient services, medical, managed markets, and others.
Plan and conduct POA/launch meetings in accordance with business unit marketing plans.
Leverage AI and digital dexterity to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
Proactively communicate consistently across teams to share insights and relay direction.
Minimum Requirements / Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree – BS/BA.
5+ years of management‑level experience with a proven track record in the pharmaceutical, immunology, biologic/biotech, or medical device industries.
Prior experience as a pharmaceutical sales representative with proven success.
Demonstrated business and strategic planning skills.
Ability to coach, delegate, and motivate a sales team providing timely feedback.
Ability to analyze complex data and develop strategic actions.
Strong communication skills – verbal, written, and presentation.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word/Excel/PowerPoint.
Comfortable with emerging technologies and digital tools, openness to AI‑enabled processes.
Must reside in or within close proximity to assigned geography.
Preferred
MBA or Master’s Degree.
3+ years of people leadership experience.
Experience selling or leading teams in the rare disease space.
Sleep disorders experience.
Pharmaceutical product launch experience.
Licenses / Certifications
Valid Driver’s License.
Travel Requirements
Travel 50–75% to support the region, including overnights.
Ability to drive or fly to various meetings/client sites to work with sales professionals and attend local and national meetings/trainings.
Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.
For Location New York – Virtual.
EEO Statement Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.
Locations: New York – Virtual, New Jersey – Virtual. Worker Type: Employee. Worker Sub‑Type: Regular. Time Type: Full time. Job Exempt: Yes.
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