Regional Business Manager – South

About ImmuneelImmuneel Therapeutics Private Limited is a pioneering start-up company leading the charge in cell therapy and personalized immunotherapy for patients in India. For more details, please refer www.immuneel.comWe Pursue, with Purpose, to serve our Patients (3 Ps) by Connecting within, Collaborating globally and Creating (3 Cs) solutions. Our flexible, diverse, and vibrant team is bringing together best practices and innovations in the field of cell and gene therapy. Working at Immuneel promises the excitement of an agile start-up on a critical mission. Proudly Indian in solutioning, yet global in outlook, we are keen to collaborate. We value diversity including in experience and perspectives. We value work-life balance and believe that having fun on the job is integral to achieving the right results. We pride ourselves on providing an open environment and our mission resonates with humanity everywhere. At Work, we are:Passionate in driving patient outcomesWe are passionately committed to doing the RIGHT thing to achieve the best outcomes for our patients through innovation, agility and performance orientation. We put the impact on the patient above all else.Responsible and accountableWe demonstrate ownership and accountability for our actions. We make timely and well-informed decisions, learning from our performance.Transparent, honest, and supportive in how we work togetherWe insist on integrity and respect for the individual. We demand excellence. Our performance management is focused on excellence through timely and constructive feed-forward.Inclusive and flexibleWe are full of life and embrace all opportunities to collaborate and work together. We are excited about the collective knowledge and expertise that we share. “Being and thinking different” is valued.Immuneel prides itself as an organization that is keeping pace with best practices in organization design. Our role-based organization incorporates global trends in human capital that promote focus on work and greater nimbleness. Our role-based structure allows you to be cherished by the work you do and bring value to your work rather than designations, our organization is simplified into a flat, non-hierarchical, millennial, organization where you may fully inherit the role you play in the organization and are recognized by the accountability you take and the work you deliver.Immuneel’s employees are integral to our quest to develop and deliver high quality engineered cell therapies in India. We believe that our culture provides an environment for employees to excel and find purpose. The strength of our team is every bit as important as our cutting-edge technology and we invest in clear compensation and comprehensive benefits for our employees. People for us, are not resources, but our capital.If you are a talented professional, an out-of-box thinker with a zeal to help change, and passionate about healthcare, we invite you to join us and be a part of a historic initiative in India. Interested to be a part of the next revolution in cancer treatment? Send your resume to careers@immuneel.com1. Role Title: External Role Title: Regional Business Manager – South / RBM Internal Role Band: Analyst - Commercial2. Department/Function: Commercial & Market Access3. Reporting Structure:Reports to: Zonal Business Manager – SouthDirect Reports: Individual contributor4. Role Summary:The RBM role is pivotal, serving as the primary driver for commercialization and access of our groundbreaking CAR-T therapy within the Southern states (TN, KA, KL) based at Chennai.Unlike a traditional sales role, it is centered on strategic partnership and ecosystem management.The RBM will lead stakeholder engagement across identified hospitals, ensuring end-to-end operational excellence — from price negotiations and contracting to patient onboarding — with the ultimate goal of enabling widespread adoption of this life-changing therapy.5. Key Responsibilities:1. Market Commercialization & AccessDevelop and execute strategic territory plans to ensure market readiness and drive CAR-T therapy demand.Map and prioritize key treatment centres (Big Chain Hospitals, Standalone and Government Institutions) and Hemato-Oncology/BMT units within assigned states.Navigate hospital procurement processes and formulary committees to secure product adoption.Collaborate with market access teams to address government and private insurance coverage for patient financing solutions.2. Strategic Ecosystem & CFT ManagementBuild and sustain relationships with hospital decision-makers (CEOs, CFOs, Purchase Heads, Blood Bank/Transfusion Medicine Heads).Lead price negotiations and contracting, emphasizing CAR-T’s value proposition and health economics.Ensure timely hospital payment processing and financial reconciliations.Oversee CAR-T Treatment Site Accreditation in partnership with Medical Affairs and Quality teams to ensure compliance with infrastructure and clinical requirements.3. Operational Excellence & ExecutionDraft, negotiate, and execute B2B Service Agreements for Cell & Gene Therapies.Ensure strict adherence to SOPs and regulatory guidelines (ICMR, CDSCO).Act as the central coordinator with internal CFTs (Medical Affairs, Marketing, Supply Chain, Logistics, Patient Support).Scientific Engagement & Advocacy:Conduct high-level scientific exchanges, CMEs, and presentations with Hemato-Oncologists and BMT Physicians.Translate complex clinical data into value-driven narratives for clinical and financial stakeholders.Identify and nurture Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) to strengthen advocacy for CAR-T adoption.4. Patient On-Boarding SupportFacilitate the end-to-end patient journey, from eligibility assessment to infusion day.Coordinate logistics including apheresis, cryopreservation, manufacturing, and delivery.Serve as the primary commercial contact for hospitals throughout the patient treatment cycle.6. Primary Objectives:Drive market access and commercialization of CAR-T therapy.Build and manage strategic ecosystems and stakeholder relationships.Ensure operational and scientific excellence across the patient journey.7. Competencies Required:Proven track record of launching/managing specialty products (Oncology, Hematology, Immunology) or high-value therapies.Demonstrated expertise in key account management with strong negotiation and influence over senior hospital leadership (CFOs, Purchase Heads).In-depth knowledge of hospital ecosystem processes, including procurement, tenders, and payment cycles.Soft Skills: Strong CommunicationSelf-MotivatedAdaptableCollaborative Customer Oriented ResourcefulAnalytical Strategic ThinkingProblem SolvingCommittedPassion for Innovation in Healthcare8. Qualifications:Education: Bachelor’s degree in science, Pharmacy, or a related life sciences field. An MBA or advanced degree is a strong advantage8-12 years of relevant experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry. Cell and Gene Therapy experience PreferredSelf-motivated, entrepreneurial spirit, and ability to thrive in a ambiguous, fast-paced environment9. Working Conditions:Role Type: Full Time and OnsiteWork Hours: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.Travel Requirements: Yes / 70 % of travelBase Location: Chennai.