Regional Executive Director – West

Role: The Regional Executive Director leads a high-performing sales team focused on launching and expanding Ionis's first wholly owned commercial product for severe hypertriglyceridemia (sHTG), overseeing strategic planning, team development, and cross-functional collaboration. Responsibilities: Develop regional account plans targeting endocrinologists, cardiologists, and related specialists; build and maintain relationships within healthcare networks; drive regional sales growth; lead, coach, and motivate district managers; ensure compliance and alignment with brand and corporate strategies; and foster collaborative external and internal stakeholder engagement. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or related field; 15+ years in commercial life sciences (pharma/biotech); proven success in strategic planning, team leadership, and complex healthcare environments; strong business acumen, with experience in managed care, contracting, and access landscapes; leadership skills to manage diverse teams and operate effectively under ambiguity; track record of exceeding targets and cultivating customer partnerships. Preferred: MBA or advanced degree; experience leading managers; extensive healthcare system knowledge, including payer policies. High-value: Therapeutic area—lipid-related cardiometabolic diseases; focus on product launch and growth; cross-functional leadership, strategic planning, and compliance emphasis; location: field-based with regional responsibilities.