What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vice President, Sales position at Melinta Therapeutics LLC?
Why CorMedix Therapeutics?
If you are interested in joining an entrepreneurial team, focused on bringing life-saving therapies to market for critical unmet medical needs, consider applying for a role at CorMedix Therapeutics. The culture at CorMedix Therapeutics is patient-centered where we feel a sense of urgency to solve some of the most pressing issues in hospital-based healthcare.
CorMedix Therapeutics’s greatest asset is our people. We have a deeply experienced team and continue to bring on some of the brightest talent that can problem solve and execute with high-precision. We are passionate about the work we do and how we do it. We believe in building highly engaged teams that exude integrity, open communication, and innovation. We believe in fostering each employee to reach their highest potential by offering an inclusive environment, opportunities to challenge yourself and grow, and a community of purpose. We expect that everyone here brings their best selves to work and together, our singular efforts culminate into profound and meaningful breakthroughs.
Company Description:
CorMedix Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing therapeutic products for the prevention and treatment of life-threatening conditions and diseases. CorMedix is commercializing DefenCath® (taurolidine and heparin) for the prevention of catheter-related bloodstream infections in adult patients undergoing hemodialysis via a central venous catheter. Following its August 2025 acquisition of Melinta Therapeutics LLC, CorMedix is also commercializing a portfolio of anti-infective products, including MINOCIN® (minocycline), REZZAYO® (rezafungin), VABOMERE® (meropenem and vaborbactam), ORBACTIV™ (oritavancin), BAXDELA® (delafloxacin), and KIMYRSA® (oritavancin), as well as TOPROL-XL® (metoprolol succinate).
CorMedix has ongoing clinical studies for DefenCath in Total Parenteral Nutrition and Pediatric patient populations and also intends to develop DefenCath as a catheter lock solution for use in other patient populations. REZZAYO is currently approved for the treatment of candidemia and invasive candidiasis in adults, with an ongoing Phase III study for the prophylaxis of IFD in adult patients undergoing allogeneic BMT. Topline results of the Phase III study for REZZAYO are expected in Q2 2026. For more information visit: www.cormedix.com or www.melinta.com.
POSITION:
The Vice President, Sales is responsible for leading the development and execution of the company’s sales strategy to drive revenue growth, market adoption, and customer engagement. Reporting directly to the Chief Commercial Officer, this role provides both strategic direction and hands-on leadership to the sales organization, including Regional Sales Directors and their teams of Key Account Managers. The VP, Sales will play a critical role in shaping field execution, building scalable capabilities, and partnering cross-functionally with Commercial Operations, Market Access, and Marketing to ensure coordinated and effective commercialization.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Sales Strategy & Execution
- Develop and execute a comprehensive sales strategy aligned to brand objectives and commercialization plans.
- Translate market access dynamics, payer coverage, and customer segmentation into actionable field strategy.
- Ensure effective deployment of sales force structure, targeting, and call plans.
- Drive disciplined execution against launch plans, growth initiatives, and evolving business priorities.
- Continuously assess market conditions, competitive activity, and field insights to refine strategy.
Leadership & Team Development
- Lead, coach, and develop Regional Sales Directors, fostering a culture of accountability, agility, and performance.
- Build and scale a high-performing sales organization, including hiring, onboarding, and capability development.
- Set clear expectations and performance standards and actively manage to outcomes.
- Support Directors in developing Key Account Managers to effectively engage healthcare providers and key accounts.
- Lead by example with a willingness to be hands-on and close to the field when needed.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner closely with Commercial Operations on forecasting, incentive compensation, targeting, and CRM optimization.
- Collaborate with Market Access to align field execution with payer strategy, reimbursement realities, and access pull-through.
- Work with Marketing to ensure alignment on brand messaging, promotional strategy, and field materials.
- Provide field insights to inform strategy, messaging, and ongoing optimization across functions.
Performance Management & Field Effectiveness
- Establish and monitor KPIs to drive sales force effectiveness and accountability.
- Oversee sales forecasting, territory alignment, and resource deployment.
- Leverage data and field insights to identify gaps, optimize performance, and drive continuous improvement.
- Implement and reinforce sales processes that enable consistency while allowing for adaptability in the field.
Customer & Market Engagement
- Build and maintain relationships with key healthcare providers, health systems, and strategic accounts.
- Ensure the sales organization effectively engages customers in a compliant, patient-focused manner.
- Identify opportunities to expand reach within key accounts and across priority geographies.
- Serve as a senior commercial leader in the field, representing the company with credibility and impact.
SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS:
- Strong understanding of pharmaceutical sales, including market access, reimbursement, and provider engagement.
- Proven ability to lead in a dynamic environment, balancing strategy development with hands-on execution.
- Demonstrated success building or scaling sales teams and infrastructure.
- Ability to operate with agility, resourcefulness, and a solutions-oriented mindset.
- Excellent cross-functional collaboration and influencing skills.
- Strong analytical and decision-making capabilities, with comfort using data to drive actions.
- High level of ownership, accountability, and adaptability.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (MBA or similar) preferred.
- 12 years of progressive pharmaceutical or healthcare sales experience.
- 5 years of senior leadership experience managing leaders of leaders.
- Experience supporting product launches or early-stage commercialization strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated track record of achieving sales objectives and building high-performing teams.
EXEMPT/NON EXEMPT: Exempt
% TRAVEL : 50%
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.