NeuroPsych Regional Specialty Manager - Pacific Northwest

Neurocrine Biosciences is a leading biopharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering, developing, and commercializing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, psychiatric, endocrine, and immunological disorders. The company's diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia, chorea associated with Huntington's disease, classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia, hyperphagia in patients with Prader-Willi syndrome, endometriosis*, and uterine fibroids*, as well as a robust pipeline of compounds in mid- to late-phase clinical development. For over three decades, Neurocrine has applied unique insights into neuroscience and the interconnections between brain and body systems to treat complex conditions.

About the Role

This role leads a sales team promoting life-changing treatments for people with serious neurological, endocrine, and psychiatric disorders. The successful candidate will recruit and develop a diverse, high-performing team to exceed sales goals within an assigned region while managing key projects and collaborating with commercial cross-functional teams. Responsibilities include providing strategic direction, field coaching, and developing specialty pharmacy fulfillment access strategies. The position requires excellent relationship-building abilities with internal and external stakeholders, impactful communication skills, and the ability to execute successful sales meetings while guiding the team toward effective solutions.

Responsibilities

• People Leadership & Talent Management
  • Lead regional sales team by recruiting, developing, and retaining top talent
  • Provide strategic direction and performance coaching to achieve team excellence
  • Support team development and ensure proper onboarding of new team members
• Sales Strategy & Execution
  • Drive regional implementation of sales strategies to meet or exceed sales objectives
  • Develop targeted strategies for psychiatric and neurological markets
  • Identify regional opportunities and remove barriers to team success
  • Foster innovative sales approaches and best practices
• Performance Management
  • Analyze sales data and market trends to inform strategic decisions
  • Hold team accountable for execution of sales strategies and meeting objectives
  • Spend time with each account specialist in the field to observe and coach performance
  • Provide regular performance feedback and development opportunities
• Business Operations
  • Manage regional budgets and expenses effectively
  • Ensure compliance with Neurocrine policies, FDA guidelines, and industry standards
  • Maintain open communication between field teams and headquarters
• Stakeholder Engagement
  • Develop and maintain relationships with key opinion leaders and healthcare professionals
  • Engage with local professional and patient advocacy groups
  • Coordinate with pharmacies and payers to optimize market access
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Align with marketing, training, sales operations, and other departments

Requirements

• BS/BA degree AND 8+ years of sales experience in the biotech/pharmaceutical industry, including 3+ years of first-line sales management experience
• OR Master’s degree preferred AND 6+ years of experience as described above
• OR PhD AND 4+ years of experience as described above
• Demonstrated track record of successfully building or leading high-performing teams
• Strong sales disposition and business acumen
• Proven sales performance (meeting/exceeding quotas, rankings, recognition awards)
• Successful launch experience in complex, competitive environments
• Ability to manage change and act without complete information
• Maintains composure under pressure
• Strong understanding of the healthcare regulatory environment
• Entrepreneurial mindset suitable for startup environments
• Excellent analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Intellectual curiosity and ability to challenge the status quo
• Able to lead through ambiguity and provide directional clarity
• Knowledge of functional discipline best practices and related business concepts
• Developing internal reputation in area of expertise
• Leads cross-functional teams and demonstrates leadership skills
• Sees broader organizational impact across departments/divisions
• Strong computer and technical skills
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and analytical thinking abilities
• Manages multiple projects/deadlines with high accuracy and efficiency
• Thrives in collaborative, performance-based, fast-paced environments
• Adaptable learner who enjoys unfamiliar challenges
• Upholds high ethical standards

Pay

The annual base salary we reasonably expect to pay is $169,000.00–$231,000.00. Individual pay decisions depend on various factors, such as primary work location, complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. This position is also eligible to participate in the company’s quarterly incentive compensation plan, which provides the opportunity to earn additional compensation based on individual performance results, as well as an equity-based long-term incentive program.

Benefits

• Retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid vacation, holiday, and personal days
• Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
• Health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage