Area Sales Director (Mid Atlantic)
Tenpoint Therapeutics
About Tenpoint Therapeutics
Tenpoint Therapeutics is a global, commercial-ready biotechnology company focused on developing groundbreaking treatments to rejuvenate vision in the aging eye. Its pipeline includes paradigm-shifting therapeutics for ophthalmic indications with significant unmet medical need, including presbyopia, cataracts, and geographic atrophy.
Our lead investigational asset, BRIMOCHOL™ PF, is designed to be the first and only combination therapy for presbyopia and has received a Prescription Drug User Fee Act (PDUFA) date of January 28, 2026. We are actively advancing preparations for a commercial launch in the first half of 2026.
We know our people are the driving force behind the success of our mission and vision. That’s why we offer a competitive benefit package to attract the very best talent to our team and to take care of our employees and their families. Below is a snapshot of our U.S. benefits package for full-time employees.
- Generous medical, dental, and vision health insurance plans
- Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care
- Short-term, long-term, and life/AD&D insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- 20 paid vacation days, 12 paid holidays, and 12 sick days
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with 100% company match up to 4% and immediate vesting
- Hybrid work options
- Wellness Resources
- Stock Options
For more information, visit www.tenpointherapeutics.com and follow us on LinkedIn, X, and Instagram.
Role Overview
Reports to: Vice President, National Sales
This is a launch leadership role. Tenpoint Therapeutics is building a high-performing field team to deliver an exceptional launch for our investigational therapy, Brimochol™ PF, for presbyopia. As an Area Sales Director (ASD), you’ll hire and develop top sales talent, set a winning culture, and convert data-driven conversations with Eye Care Professionals into durable growth across a multi-state area. You’ll own the playbook in your area—from recruiting and coaching to territory strategy and execution—while feeding sharp field insights that help refine our national approach.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and lead a best-in-class team: attract, hire, onboard, and retain top Specialty Sales Managers; create a people-first, performance-driven culture with clear standards and accountability.
- Execute at a high level: design territory and account plans, coverage models, call cadence, routing, and goals; guide resource deployment and launch activities to maximize impact with ECP practices.
- Coach with rigor: conduct regular field rides and 1:1s; diagnose representative strengths and gaps against core competencies; provide timely, actionable feedback and development plans; model compliant, evidence-based selling.
- Drive results: consistently deliver on commitments and lead team to meet and exceed sales targets and activity metrics.
- Data-driven adoption: ensure teams lead with clinical evidence, patient selection, onset/duration expectations, safety, and workflow enablement—turning first trials into consistent practice behaviors.
- Support practice integration: equip the sales team and practices to drive adoption of an out-of-pocket therapy; oversee effective use of patient education and appropriate starter resources.
- Cross-functional partnership: collaborate effectively with Sales Training, Marketing, Operations and other key internal partners to ensure needs are prioritized across key business areas.
- Change leadership: navigate ambiguity, adapt quickly, and guide the team through launch phases, expansions, and process improvements while maintaining high standards of integrity and compliance.
Qualifications
- 6+ years of a documented track record of success in sales is required; pharmaceutical, medical, or closely related sales experience is a plus.
- Eye-care or contact lens sales and/or pharma launch experience preferred.
- Start-up experience is a plus.
- 2+ years of people leadership experience, leading consistent top-performing teams.
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience).
- Currently have and maintain an unexpired driver’s license and maintain a satisfactory driving record.
Mindset & Demonstrated Competencies
- Culture builder & talent magnet: attracts, hires, develops, retains, and promotes top talent; sets a people-first, performance-driven culture.
- Coaching & diagnostics: accurately assesses rep competencies; provides timely, actionable feedback via field rides and virtual 1:1s with clear development plans.
- Leadership & managerial courage: leads change effectively; addresses issues directly and respectfully; sets clear standards and accountability.
- Results ownership & integrity: consistently delivers commitments; drives the team to meet/exceed metrics while modeling compliance and ethical conduct.
- Business & analytical insight: uses data to uncover opportunities; mentors reps on territory/business planning; demonstrates financial “big-picture” acumen.
- Collaboration & influence: builds cross-functional partnerships and aligns peers/stakeholders to achieve shared objectives.
- Problem-solving agility: removes operational friction; comfortable with ambiguity and pivots when needed.
- Growth mindset & development: embraces learning; proactively invests in their own growth and the development of the sales team.
Compensation
The base salary range for the Area Sales Director is $200,000-$240,000 USD annually. Final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including but not limited to experience level, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Physical Requirements & ADA Statement
This position requires the ability to:
- Travel to client sites, which may involve driving a car or utilizing other forms of transportation like planes, trains, or taxis. Must be able to navigate various environments, including office buildings, parking lots, outdoor settings, and transit centers.
- Operate a computer and communicate effectively in a remote work environment.
- Sit for extended periods, engage in video or phone meetings, and use standard office equipment.
- Lift and transport materials up to 25 pounds occasionally.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.