Vice President - Trade and Distribution
ABOUT VERRICA PHARMACEUTICALS
At Verrica Pharmaceuticals Inc. (“Verrica”) we are passionate about developing innovative therapies for common skin diseases. Our commercial product, YCANTH®, is the first FDA-approved treatment for Molluscum Contagiosum, a skin infection most commonly affecting children, and we have several future products in development. If you love having direct access to senior leaders and an opportunity to excel in a fast-paced, small-pharma environment, we’re the team for you.
POSITION SUMMARY
As Vice President, Distribution, Trade and Channel, you will be responsible for maintaining and continuously improving the distribution and patient services model for YCANTH and future product launches. You will collaborate with the Company’s Chief Commercial Officer in developing channel strategy, and leading the cross functional implementation across the organization.
The Vice President, Distribution, Trade and Channel may also be required to assist or perform other duties within the Company as directed, from time to time.
SUMMARY OF POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage all distribution and patient services activities, including ownership of vendor relationships with the Company’s third-party logistics provider, distributors and wholesalers, contracted specialty pharmacy partners, and patient services program administrators.
Handle all trade related matters, including business rules and SOPs, discounting, returns, and strategy.
Lead the pharmacy account team in all management of specialty and independent pharmacy relationships.
Assist the Chief Commercial Officer with pricing strategy.
Work cross functionally with teams across Verrica, including reimbursement, market access, marketing, sales, finance, legal, and compliance.
Agree to and follow all Company policies and procedures.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s Degree required, MBA preferred
Minimum of 10+ years in the Branded Pharmaceutical/Biotech Industries with prior experience in Trade Distribution & Patient Services/Specialty Pharmacy, and/or Managed Care required
High agility in working in a fast-paced start-up environment and the ability to adapt to business challenges as they arise.
PHYSICAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to sit for extended periods of time at a desk. Normal requirements for office operations with respect to lifting, standing and walking.
JOIN US!
For the opportunity to be part of a ground-floor commercial team at a growing pharmaceutical company
Autonomy, trust, and the ability to help shape access strategy—not just execute it
A fast-moving culture where your voice matters and your work has real impact
Competitive compensation, equity, and benefits
This position includes medical, dental, vision insurance as well as a 401k plan and paid time off
If you’re passionate about helping patients access medicines, energized by challenge, and excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of dermatologic care—let’s talk!
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Vice President - Trade and Distribution
ABOUT VERRICA PHARMACEUTICALS
At Verrica Pharmaceuticals Inc. (“Verrica”) we are passionate about developing innovative therapies for common skin diseases. Our commercial product, YCANTH®, is the first FDA-approved treatment for Molluscum Contagiosum, a skin infection most commonly affecting children, and we have several future products in development. If you love having direct access to senior leaders and an opportunity to excel in a fast-paced, small-pharma environment, we’re the team for you.
POSITION SUMMARY
As Vice President, Distribution, Trade and Channel, you will be responsible for maintaining and continuously improving the distribution and patient services model for YCANTH and future product launches. You will collaborate with the Company’s Chief Commercial Officer in developing channel strategy, and leading the cross functional implementation across the organization.
The Vice President, Distribution, Trade and Channel may also be required to assist or perform other duties within the Company as directed, from time to time.
SUMMARY OF POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage all distribution and patient services activities, including ownership of vendor relationships with the Company’s third-party logistics provider, distributors and wholesalers, contracted specialty pharmacy partners, and patient services program administrators.
Handle all trade related matters, including business rules and SOPs, discounting, returns, and strategy.
Lead the pharmacy account team in all management of specialty and independent pharmacy relationships.
Assist the Chief Commercial Officer with pricing strategy.
Work cross functionally with teams across Verrica, including reimbursement, market access, marketing, sales, finance, legal, and compliance.
Agree to and follow all Company policies and procedures.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s Degree required, MBA preferred
Minimum of 10+ years in the Branded Pharmaceutical/Biotech Industries with prior experience in Trade Distribution & Patient Services/Specialty Pharmacy, and/or Managed Care required
High agility in working in a fast-paced start-up environment and the ability to adapt to business challenges as they arise.
PHYSICAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to sit for extended periods of time at a desk. Normal requirements for office operations with respect to lifting, standing and walking.
JOIN US!
For the opportunity to be part of a ground-floor commercial team at a growing pharmaceutical company
Autonomy, trust, and the ability to help shape access strategy—not just execute it
A fast-moving culture where your voice matters and your work has real impact
Competitive compensation, equity, and benefits
This position includes medical, dental, vision insurance as well as a 401k plan and paid time off
If you’re passionate about helping patients access medicines, energized by challenge, and excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of dermatologic care—let’s talk!