Alcon
Alcon
Alcon develops eye-care products designed to help people see clearly and live with greater visual comfort. Its work spans vision innovation, research and development, and the manufacture of products for eye health, including the PRECISION7® one-week replacement contact lens. As a healthcare company with a global focus, Alcon advances vision solutions intended to improve everyday quality of life.

Remote District Manager, Pharmaceutical Sales - Glaucoma and Dry Eye

Lead Alcon's pharmaceutical sales team across Connecticut and surrounding areas of New York, focusing on glaucoma and dry-eye therapies. Drive team development, product launches, customer engagement, and district growth.

Description

  • Lead, coach, mentor, and develop Pharmaceutical Sales Specialists to meet district objectives
  • Conduct recurring field coaching and professional development sessions
  • Recruit, hire, onboard, and retain high-performing sales professionals
  • Create and execute district business plans that improve market share, revenue, and target attainment
  • Evaluate territory and district trends, then implement targeted action plans
  • Collaborate with Marketing, Market Access, Sales Training, Operations, and Commercial Leadership
  • Develop relationships with key customers, Key Opinion Leaders, advocates, and strategic stakeholders
  • Prepare for and support successful product launches
  • Oversee district budgets, resources, and business priorities
  • Apply data, analytics, and market intelligence to improve district results
  • Promote collaboration, communication, and accountability within the district and across partner teams
  • Maintain compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and ethical business standards
  • Address customer and business needs across Connecticut and nearby areas of New York
  • Independently manage workload and scheduling while achieving performance targets

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent directly related experience
  • Equivalent education pathways include a high school diploma plus 13 years, an associate degree plus 9 years, or a master's degree plus 2 years
  • At least 5 years of relevant experience
  • At least 3 years of demonstrated leadership experience
  • Fluent English reading, writing, comprehension, and communication skills
  • Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
  • Willingness to travel 40%
  • Residence within reasonable proximity to Connecticut and surrounding areas of New York
  • Availability for occasional evening and weekend commitments
  • Pharmaceutical sales leadership experience preferred
  • Experience leading product launches, commercialization programs, and market-share growth initiatives preferred
  • Experience in ophthalmology, dry eye, specialty pharmaceuticals, healthcare, or related therapeutic areas preferred
  • Experience coaching, developing, and retaining high-performing sales talent preferred
  • Experience with strategic planning, territory optimization, and data-driven decision-making preferred
  • Demonstrated success achieving sales objectives and district performance goals preferred
  • Ability to build relationships with healthcare professionals, Key Opinion Leaders, and strategic customers preferred
  • Cross-functional collaboration experience preferred
  • Exceptional communication, presentation, influencing, and stakeholder-management skills preferred
  • Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, critical-thinking, and decision-making skills preferred
  • Results-focused leadership, accountability, adaptability, and execution in a dynamic business environment preferred
  • Relocation and sponsorship assistance are not available

Benefits

  • Health insurance coverage
  • Life insurance coverage
  • Retirement benefits
  • Flexible time off for exempt associates
  • Short- and long-term incentive opportunities for eligible roles
  • Health and well-being programs
  • Financial security programs
  • Retirement planning support
  • Remote sales work environment
  • Equal Opportunity Employer status and reasonable accommodation support

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