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POSITION: 

The Area Business Director (ABD) is a first-line people leadership role responsible for driving regional/area performance through the strategic leadership, coaching, and development of a team of Key Account Managers (KAMs). The ABD owns regional execution and is accountable for delivering against sales objectives, executing market strategy, and ensuring consistent, compliant implementation across all accounts.

This role requires a balance of high-level strategic direction and hands-on leadership. The ABD must operate as both a business leader and field coach—setting vision, inspiring accountability, and actively engaging in the field to elevate individual and team performance.

Success in this role demands a deep understanding of drug development and commercialization, strong business acumen, and a values-driven leadership style grounded in integrity, grit, and ownership.

This position requires approximately 75% travel, including regular field engagement activities such as ride-alongs with direct reports, customer and account meetings, attendance at regional and national conferences/congresses, and participation in home office meetings and leadership events. The ABD is expected to maintain a consistent field presence to support coaching, performance development, customer engagement, strategic execution, and cross-functional collaboration. Travel may include overnight stays and occasional weekend commitments based on business needs and industry events.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Regional Strategy & Business Ownership

• Own and deliver regional sales performance across a team of ~4-6Key AccountManagers
• Translate national strategy into actionable regional and territory-level execution plans 
• Analyze regional performance trends, market dynamics, and competitive landscape to inform strategy and resource allocation 
• Establishand coach toclear performance expectations, KPIs, and accountability frameworks aligned to organizationaland salesgoals 
• Identifyrisks and opportunities early; proactively adjust strategy to ensure goal attainment 
• Proactively and strategically pursue interactions with key decision makers; interactions include IDN Leadership,Hospital Leadership, Infusion Clinic Leadership, Key Opinion Leaders andother key stakeholders.

Leadership, Coaching & Talent Development

• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team ofKAMs, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and execution excellence 
• Provide consistent, hands-on field coaching, including joint customer calls, strategic account reviews, and real-time feedback 
• Elevate team capabilities in strategic account management, clinical acumen, and complex selling environments 
• Attract, develop, andretaintop talent; create individualized development plans and succession strategies 
• Inspire a values-driven culture where integrity, grit, and ownership guide behaviors and decisions 

Customer & Market Engagement

• Maintain executive-level relationships with key institutions, health systems, and KOLs across the region 
• SupportKAMs in navigating complex accounts, removing barriers to access, and advancing strategic opportunities 
• Engage directly in high-priority accounts and critical negotiations to drive business outcomes 
• Ensure a deep understanding of regional market access dynamics, payer environment, and institutional decision-making processes 

Execution Excellence & Operational Leadership

• Ensure consistent, compliant execution of marketing strategies and tactical plans across the region 
• Drive disciplined use of CRM and analytics tomonitorperformance, guide decision-making, andoptimizeresource deployment 
• Oversee completion and accuracy of all administrative and compliance-related activities (T&E, reporting, SOP adherence, Sunshine Act requirements) 
• Foster operational rigor and efficiency across territory management practices 

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Operate effectively within a matrixed organization, partnering with Marketing, Market Access, Medical Affairs, and other key stakeholders 
• Align regional insights with cross-functional teams to inform strategy, messaging, and resource allocation 
• Serve as a critical feedback loop between the field andleadershipto shape ongoing business decisions 

Continuous Improvement & Innovation

• Drive a culture of learning and adaptability, encouraging the team to testnew approachesand challenge the status quo 
• Leverage data, insights, and field intelligence to continuously refine strategies and elevate performance 
• Stay current on clinical advancements, competitive activity, and evolving healthcare landscape 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degreerequired; Advanced Degree preferred(MBA, MPH, PharmD, or related field.)
• 10+ Years of related pharmaceutical sales experience.
• Proven leadership experience in specialty pharmaceutical sales, including management of field-based teams.
• Demonstrated success driving results through others in complex, highly competitive markets.
• Strong understanding of drug development, commercialization, and specialty market dynamics.
• Advanced strategic thinking and analytical capabilities.
• Exceptional coaching, communication, and influencing skills.
• Ability to lead within a matrixed organization and effectivelyleveragecross-functional resources.
• High degree of business acumen, accountability, and execution focus 
• Working knowledge of the targeted geographical area,highly preferred.
• Preferred experience leading teams in complex institutional or IDN environments.
• Preferredpriorresponsibility for regional or multi-state business ownership.
• Preferred established relationships with key healthcare systems and KOLs within the region.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to travelwithinregionasneeded to fulfill leadership responsibilities and to attend conferences and sales meetings.

EXEMPT/NON EXEMPT: Exempt

% TRAVEL : 75%

EEO Statement:  

CorMedix is an equal opportunity employer. The Company is committed to providing a safe, respectful, and professional work environment that is free from all forms of unlawful discrimination, harassment (including sexual harassment), and retaliation, and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting such conduct. CorMedix does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital/civil union/domestic partner status, family or parental status, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.