Aquestive District Sales Manager

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# Aquestive District Sales Manager

[Inizio Engage]( • $180K — $210K \*

[Raleigh, NC 27610]( In-Person

Business Services

5 - 7 years of experience

1 month ago

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## Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Minimum 5 years of leading pharmaceutical or specialty sales teams
• Proven success with product launches in specialty, allergy, or related areas
• Deep understanding of sales strategy and market access dynamics
• Track record in talent development and performance improvement through coaching
• Strong analytical skills for strategic action based on data
• Willingness to travel 60-75%, including overnight stays

Responsibilities

• Build and lead a high-performing sales team
• Recruit exceptional Therapeutic Specialty Representatives
• Develop team through field coaching and individualized plans
• Create a culture of accountability and growth
• Foster diversity, equity, and inclusion among team members
• Identify and cultivate future leaders within the team
• Analyze territory performance data to inform strategic execution

Benefits

• Bonus eligibility
• Healthcare and other insurance benefits for employee and family
• Retirement benefits
• Paid holidays
• Vacation and sick days

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## Full Job Description

Aquestive Therapeutics is directly hiring for a District Sales Manager role to lead markets across multiple states.

**The Role**

As a District Sales Manager, you9ll be the architect of launch success in your region, building a team that doesn9t just hit numbers, but changes patient outcomes. You9ll recruit talent, develop future leaders, and translate corporate strategy into territory-level wins. This isn9t management from a distance; you9ll be in the field coaching your territory representatives through complex sales cycles, celebrating breakthrough moments, and holding the line on performance and integrity.

**Key Responsibilities**

• Build & Lead a High-Performing Team

• Recruit exceptional Therapeutic Specialty Representatives who combine sales excellence with mission alignment.

• Develop your team through consistent field coaching, structured feedback, and individualized development plans.

• Create a culture of accountability and growth where representatives take ownership of their territories and support each other9s success.

• Foster diversity, equity, and inclusion across your regionensuring every team member has the support and opportunities to thrive.

• Identify and cultivate future leaders within your team.

**Drive Strategic Execution**

• Partner with VP of Sales, Areas Sales Director and peer DSMs to shape national sales strategy, leveraging field-level insights to inform direction.

• Translate corporate objectives into district business plans that account for local market dynamics, competitive landscapes, and payer environments.

• Establish clear performance metrics and tracking mechanisms that connect daily activities to launch milestones.

• Analyze territory performance data to identify gaps, opportunities, and best practices worth scaling.

**Coach for Impact**

• Conduct frequent field rides that balance observation, real-time coaching, and collaborative problem-solving.

• Help representatives master the consultative selling approach required for Anaphylm9s value proposition.

• Guide your team through objection handling, particularly around payer access and product differentiation.

• Connect daily sales activities to the broader missionhelping representatives see how their work removes barriers for patients who need an effective, easy-to-carry, easy-to-use epinephrine rescue medication.

**Navigate Market Access Complexity**

• Develop fluency in payer landscapesnational plans, formularies, and local coverage nuances.

• Translate payer insights into actionable pull-through strategies for your team.

• Collaborate with Market Access and Hub Services to resolve coverage barriers and accelerate patient starts.

• Track and share market access wins, barrier patterns, and successful resolution strategies.

**Foster Cross-Functional Alignment**

• Partner with Marketing, Medical Affairs, Training, and Market Access to ensure consistent brand execution.

• Serve as the voice of the fieldsharing customer insights, competitive intelligence, and execution challenges that inform broader strategy.

• Facilitate collaboration with specialty pharmacy partners and patient services teams.

• Represent your region in national sales meetings, strategy sessions, and launch planning forums.

**Ensure Operational Excellence**

• Drive CRM discipline across your teamensuring high-quality documentation of calls, payer feedback, and sampling activity.

• Monitor compliance with all regulatory requirements including PDMA, AE/product complaint reporting, and promotional guidelines.

• Conduct regular territory business reviews that assess performance, identify improvement areas, and align on priorities.

• Manage district budget and resources efficiently to maximize ROI.

**Qualifications**

**Required:**

• Bachelor9s degree

• Minimum 5 years leading pharmaceutical or specialty sales teams (front-line management experience required)

• Proven success leading teams through product launchesideally in specialty, allergy, or related therapeutic areas

• Deep understanding of sales strategy, market access dynamics, and HCP engagement models

• Track record of developing talent and improving team performance through effective coaching

• Strong analytical skills with ability to translate data into strategic action

• Willingness to travel 60 6 75%, including overnight stays for field rides, customer events, and company meetings

**Preferred:**

• Experience in rescue medication, allergy, or products addressing medication adherence/administration barriers

• Background in specialty pharmacy or hub services operations

• Previous management of geographically dispersed team

**Who Thrives Here**

• Mission-Driven Leaders who measure success not just by quota attainment, but by the patient lives improved through your team9s work.

• Launch Veterans who have built markets from scratch.

• Talent Developers who get genuine satisfaction from watching team members grow, earn promotions, and achieve things they didn9t think possible.

• Strategic Executor who thinks big picture but obsesses over execution details.

• Emotionally Intelligent Coaches who read people well, adapt coaching styles to individual needs, and build trust through authenticity and consistency.

• Collaborative Partners who break down silos naturally. Marketing, Medical, Accessyou speak their language and align with them around common goals.

• Resilient Competitors who can navigate challenges, maintain team morale during setbacks, and find paths forward.

**Compliance**

• Maintain alignment with corporate policies, training, and legal/regulatory requirements

• Ensure field compliance with all company and industry standards, including:

• Sampling and PDMA (if applicable)

• Adverse Event (AE) and product complaint reporting

• On-label and compliant promotional dialogue

• CRM data quality and timely documentation.

The Company is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this job in certain states and cities within the United States. Final determinations with respect to salary will take into account a number of factors, which may include, but not be limited to the primary work location and the chosen candidate9s relevant skills, experience, and education.

Available benefits include bonus eligibility, health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and sick days.

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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by colleagues assigned to this position. This is not intended as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Aquestive reserves the right to make changes to the job description whenever necessary.

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## About Inizio Engage

### Inizio Engage Careers

Joining Inizio Engage offers an unparalleled opportunity to become part of a leading team of professionals dedicated to pioneering innovation in their industry. Inizio Engage stands out as a beacon of excellence, providing a plethora of job opportunities that pave the way for personal and professional growth.

### Explore Career Opportunities

Inizio Engage is actively seeking talented individuals who are eager to drive change and lead advancements in technology and service. With a variety of positions open, candidates can find the perfect match for their skills and ambitions. Inizio Engage values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where everyone can thrive.

### Professional Growth and Development

Inizio Engage is deeply invested in the professional development of its team members. The company offers comprehensive training programs, including leadership development and diversity training, ensuring that every employee has the tools and knowledge needed to succeed. Career growth at Inizio Engage is not just a possibility—it is a priority.

### Internship Programs

For those starting their career journey, Inizio Engage’s internship programs offer a robust platform to gain industry-relevant experience and skills. Interns at Inizio Engage work on real projects, receive mentorship from experienced professionals, and learn about the company culture firsthand.

### Benefits and Culture

Inizio Engage is renowned for its dynamic culture and the substantial benefits it offers. Employees enjoy a supportive and collaborative environment that fosters innovation and creativity. The benefits package at Inizio Engage is designed to support the well-being and financial security of its team members and their families.

### Networking and Professional Connections

Inizio Engage encourages its employees to build a professional network, offering numerous opportunities for networking both within and outside the company. These connections can be instrumental in career advancement and personal growth.

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