Area Business Director (Gastroenterology) - Long Beach, CA

Role: Area Business Director (Gastroenterology) responsible for promoting Ardelyx's first-in-class GI product, building customer relationships, and achieving sales targets within the gastroenterology community. Responsibilities: develop and execute sales plans, engage healthcare providers, collaborate with cross-functional teams (Marketing, Patient Services, Market Access), master clinical data and disease knowledge, and ensure compliance with laws and regulations. Requirements: at least 5 years of pharma/biotech sales experience, with preferred gastroenterology specialty; proven success in meeting/exceeding sales goals; experience with product launches and specialty distribution channels; strong clinical/scientific acumen; bachelor's degree. Preferred: existing relationships with GI healthcare professionals, experience in competitive markets, and prior sales management. HighValue: gastroenterology, specialty pharma, product launch experience, field-based role requiring up to 40% travel. Work setup: field-based position reporting to a Zone Director, with a comprehensive compensation package including base salary, bonus, and benefits.