Executive Long-Term Care Sales Specialist - Buffalo, NY

About Acadia Pharmaceuticals

Acadia is committed to turning scientific promise into meaningful innovation that makes the difference for underserved neurological and rare disease communities around the world. Our commercial portfolio includes the first and only FDA‑approved treatments for Parkinson’s disease psychosis and Rett syndrome. We are developing the next wave of therapeutic advancements with a robust and diverse pipeline that includes mid‑ to late‑stage programs in Alzheimer’s disease psychosis and Lewy body dementia psychosis, along with earlier‑stage programs that address other underserved patient needs.

Seeking talent near:
Buffalo, NY

Responsible for driving sales, developing business, and addressing customer needs within an assigned long‑term care (LTC) territory. Manages relationships with prescribers, pharmacists, facility decision‑makers, and other members of the LTC care team to ensure appropriate patients are identified, started, and maintained on therapy.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with all members of the LTC resident care team, including physicians, physician‑extenders (NP/PA), consultant pharmacists, dispensing pharmacists, and nursing facility leadership/staff.
• Promote Acadia products by delivering compliant clinical, disease state, and reimbursement education tailored to customer needs.
• Identify and address customer questions, concerns, and objections with advanced selling skills.
• Develop deep knowledge of customers, practices, and local/regional market trends; apply this insight to business planning.
• Create and execute quarterly territory business/action plans, leveraging data to maximize reach, frequency, and impact within budget.
• Provide guidance on pricing, reimbursement, and LTC‑specific profitability parameters; act as liaison between customers and Acadia for access‑related questions.
• Collaborate with sales management, territory teammates, and cross‑functional partners (e.g., managed markets, marketing, operations, training) to address business needs.
• Represent Acadia at conferences, exhibits, product launches, and training sessions; contribute to regional and national initiatives.
• Mentor and train new/junior Sales Specialists; share field insights and participate in cross‑functional projects.
• Maintain compliance with all regulatory requirements, company policies, and LTC regulations affecting medication use and resident care.

• In‑depth knowledge of neuroscience, LTC market dynamics, payer systems (Part A, Part
  
  D), specialty distribution, and applicable LTC regulations.
• Ability to position Acadia as a valued partner in the LTC community, earning recognition as a subject‑matter expert.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and virtual engagement platforms (e.g., Zoom, Web Ex).

• Education:
  
  Bachelor's degree required; life sciences preferred.
• Experience:
• Sales Specialist
  :
  Minimum 1‑2 years of sales experience in pharmaceutical/healthcare; neuroscience preferred.
• Senior Specialist
  :
  Minimum 5 years of healthcare sales (2+ in complex/account‑based selling).
• Executive Specialist
  :
  Minimum 12 years of healthcare sales (3+ in complex/account‑based selling).
• Advanced selling and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence diverse HCP audiences.
• Proven leadership, mentorship, and role‑model capabilities at a regional level.
• Strong business acumen, organization, and self‑motivation with a business ownership mentality.
• Must reside within the territory (or within 30 miles of its border) and, if required, within reasonable proximity to a major airport.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record; ability to drive a company vehicle daily and travel independently by air. Travel may be up to 80%, including overnight stays and occasional after‑hours work.
• Must meet vaccination and facility access requirements for customer visits and event participation.

Operates with a high degree of autonomy and expertise, addressing complex business challenges with creativity and sound judgment. Shapes territory strategy, influences regional initiatives, and acts as a trusted partner to internal and external stakeholders.