Regional Business Director- Central

Role: The Region Business Director leads regional sales efforts for Belite Bio’s first-in-class retinal degenerative disease therapy, overseeing a team of Territory Business Managers. Responsibilities include recruiting, training, and developing the sales team, translating national strategy into regional plans, and collaborating cross-functionally with marketing, medical, and access teams. The role emphasizes field leadership through co-travel, coaching, and customer engagement, ensuring compliance and representing the company at industry events. Qualifications: Requires a bachelor's degree, 8+ years in pharma/biotech/medical device sales, with 5+ years of direct management experience, preferably in ophthalmology, retina, or rare disease markets. Experience launching products in small or pre-commercial settings, understanding payer landscapes, and building relationships with specialists is critical. Travel of 50-60% is expected, with residency near a major airport. High-value specifics include focus on rare retinal diseases, market development pre-launch and launch phases, and a compliance-driven, startup environment. The role demands strategic thinking, strong customer focus, and leadership in complex, evolving markets.