The Role
Provide field-based sales coverage across multiple territories, traveling up to 80% to educate ophthalmic providers on VIZZ, build customer relationships, execute territory business plans, adapt strategies for short-term assignments, maintain accurate records, collaborate with regional leadership and cross-functional teams, and adhere to compliance and regulatory guidelines.
Summary Generated by Built In
Job Title – Associate Specialty Sales Representative, Eye Care
Location – Remote, 80% travel - Ideal candidate locations include major metropolitan areas within New York City, Boston, Philadelphia, or Newark
LENZ Therapeutics is a pharmaceutical company focused on the commercialization of VIZZ® (aceclidine ophthalmologic solution) 1.44%, the first and only FDA-approved aceclidine based eye drop for treating presbyopia, a condition impacting an estimated 1.8 billion people globally and 128 million people in the United States. LENZ is commercializing VIZZ® in the United States and continues to establish licensing partnerships internationally to provide access to VIZZ globally. The company is headquartered in San Diego, California. We are committed to providing an engaging, rewarding work experience that reflects the passion our employees bring to our mission to improve and sustain vision. Our company fosters a diverse and inclusive culture where our employees are encouraged to learn, grow, and innovate, while making a meaningful difference for millions of people around the world.Overall Purpose: We are seeking a highly motivated and flexible Associate Specialty Sales Representative to support sales efforts across multiple territories within an assigned region. This role is ideal for a dynamic professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys travel, and excels at building relationships with new customers.This role will provide sales coverage, product education, and customer support in territories with open or vacant positions, ensuring continuity of service and strong engagement with targeted healthcare providers.Key Responsibilities of the Role:- Provide sales coverage and support across multiple territories within the assigned region, particularly in areas with vacant roles or increased business needs
- Travel requirements will be frequent, with up to 80% travel expected depending on territory size and coverage needs, including travel on short notice
- Deliver product education and clinical resources to targeted physicians and healthcare professionals
- Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing customers across diverse geographic areas
- Execute territory business plans to drive product awareness, adoption, and sales performance
- Quickly assess territory needs and adapt strategies to maximize impact during short-term assignments
- Collaborate with regional leadership and cross-functional partners to ensure alignment and seamless coverage
- Maintain accurate records of customer interactions and sales activities
- Represent the company professionally while adhering to all compliance and regulatory guidelines
- Operates with agility and adaptability in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
- Embraces a launch mindset – proactive, flexible, and motivated by bringing a new product to market.
- Approaches challenges with optimism, respect, and a solutions-oriented attitude.
- Collaborates cross-functionally with openness and accountability, living the LENZ values of teamwork and trust.
- Thrives in a growth-driven culture, welcoming feedback and learning through change.
- $90-105k per year, based on experience.
- This role requires extensive travel (up to 80%) within and beyond the assigned territory, including attendance at sales meetings, conferences, and customer engagements.
- Residence within reasonable commuting distance of a major airport is required.
- This is a field-based (remote) position. The candidate must reside within the assigned territory and should expect frequent travel to support multiple territories throughout the quarter and year based on business needs.
- The position reports directly to the District Manager.
- Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field.
- 0-1 years of sales or internship experience, interest in entering pharma industry.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field.
- 0-1 years of sales or internship experience; interest in entering the pharmaceutical industry.
- Willingness and ability to travel frequently, up to 80%, including on short notice.
- Residence within the assigned territory and within reasonable commuting distance of a major airport.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule and perform job duties (some walking, sitting, lifting up to 20 lbs.).
- Maintain accurate records of customer interactions and adhere to compliance and regulatory guidelines.
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The Company
What We Do
LENZ Therapeutics, Inc. is a late-stage biopharmaceutical company developing and commercializing ophthalmic therapies to improve vision. Its lead product, VIZZ (aceclidine ophthalmic solution), is a once-daily eye drop for presbyopia aimed at restoring near vision for hours. The company is commercially active in the U.S. with ongoing international regulatory and partnership efforts.
