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Andres Montoya

Clifton,NJ

Summary

Strategic, relationship-driven pharmaceutical professional with extensive dermatology experience and a national track record of top performance. Deep background in scientific communication, KOL engagement, congress participation, and cross-functional collaboration with medical, training, market access, and strategic relations teams. Recognized for strong clinical acumen, polished presentation skills, and the ability to influence thought leaders and drive adoption of new mechanisms of action. Experienced in product launches, advisory board facilitation, speaker program execution, and developing early-adopter strategies in complex specialty markets.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Territory Business Manager

Dermavant/Organon
Jersey City, NJ
06.2022 - 12.2025

Launched the first FDA approved once daily, steroid-free topical cream to treat adult plaque psoriasis and introduce a brand new molecule in the psoriasis space in over 2 decades.

Thought Leader–Aligned Contributions

  • Collaborated cross-functionally with Medical Affairs, Strategic Relations, and Training to align clinical messaging and strengthen field education initiatives.
  • Partnered with medical and marketing teams on special projects and pilot messaging, testing scientific narratives with KOLs and providing real-world feedback to refine strategy.
  • Delivered clinical updates and disease-state discussions at major meetings including Fall Clinical.
  • Provided leadership with market insights, emerging clinical trends, and unmet needs identified through practice engagements.
  • Supported medical-education initiatives, peer-to-peer programs, and practice workflow optimization for appropriate patient identification.
  • Built and sustained strong relationships with regional and national dermatology thought leaders to support scientific exchange and evidence-based adoption.

Impact & Outcomes

  • YTD Awards Rank 9th (2025)
  • National Top 15 Ranking (2024)
  • #1 District Ranking (2024)
  • #1 National Ranking Q1 (2024)
  • Multiple Executional Excellence Awards
  • Consistent Top Performer (2022–2023)

Immunology Sales Specialist

Abbvie
North Chicago, IL
12.2021 - 05.2022

Promoted Humira for Hidradenitis Suppurativa, raising awareness of this rare disease among dermatologists, OB-GYNs, and primary care physicians to encourage earlier treatment.

Thought Leader–Aligned Contributions

  • Delivered disease-state education on HS pathophysiology, diagnostic criteria, and biologic MOA to top-volume specialists with guideline-based therapeutic discussions.
  • Provided clinical insights to cross-functional teams to support patient identification and continuity of care.
  • Thought Leader–Aligned Contributions:

Dermatology Sales Account Specialist

VYNE Therapeutics Inc.
Bridgewater, NJ
12.2019 - 11.2021

Launched the first FDA approved topical Minocycline for the treatment of inflammatory lesions of non-nodular moderate to severe acne vulgaris.

Thought Leader–Aligned Contributions

  • Educated dermatologists on VYNE’s proprietary Molecular Stabilization Technology (MST), including minocycline particle stabilization, formulation science, and its relevance to efficacy and tolerability.
  • Supported early adopters through evidence-based discussions and clinical differentiation.
  • Delivered valuable field insights to marketing and medical regarding treatment response, barriers, and unmet needs.

Impact & Outcomes

  • #2 National Ranking Q1 2021 (Amzeeq)
  • #2 National Ranking Q2 2021 (Zilxi)
  • President’s Club #6 National Rank (2021)
  • Promoted to Regional Field Sales Trainer
  • Regional leader in early-adopter conversions

Sales Account Specialist

Aclaris Therapeutics
Wayne, NJ
01.2018 - 10.2019

Launched the first FDA approved buy and bill aesthetic treatment for raised Seborrheic Keratosis.

Thought Leader–Aligned Contributions

  • Conducted scientific education on lesion pathology, clinical data, and workflow integration for dermatology, plastics, and aesthetic practices.
  • Engaged early-adopter KOLs through clinical differentiation and evidence-based discussions.
  • Led pull-through education events focused on patient identification and proper use.
  • Supported regional training improvements as a FST leader and culture workstream representative.

Impact & Outcomes

  • Top 15% nationally; #2 Q3 2018, #7 Q2 2019 (50 A/E’s)
  • Led Rednode launch, achieving national MBO goals through portfolio expansion
  • 2x demand target: 14 Eskata preorders vs. 6–7 goal; 8th nationally YTD 2019
  • Sales Specialist of the Month; regional culture representative
  • Promoted to Field Sales Trainer, leading new-hire training

Executive Territory Manager Dermatology

Exeltis USA, Inc.
Florham Park, NJ
10.2014 - 12.2017

Developed and managed strong relationships with dermatologists, medical staff and other healthcare professionals in support of Exeltis products. Assigned to assist in new hire training and mentor new employees during a 6 week training program.

Thought Leader–Aligned Contributions

  • Delivered dermatology-focused clinical education and guideline-based treatment discussions across key practices.
  • Engaged influential dermatologists and emerging KOLs to support evidence-based therapeutic decision making.
  • Provided leadership with field insights on clinical trends, provider behavior, and competitive dynamics.
  • Collaborated with marketing and training teams to refine scientific messaging and support educational initiatives.

Impact & Outcomes

  • President’s Club 2015 – Ranked #4 nationally
  • Top performer 2016 – #1 Q2 (Gold Award); 6th nationally overall
  • Consistent quarterly rankings: Top 10 all quarters 2016–2017
  • Promoted to Executive Territory Sales Manager
  • Field Sales Trainer/Mentor – supported new-hire training (6-week program)

Pharmaceutical Sales Representative OB/GYN

Exeltis USA, Inc.
Florham Park, NJ
09.2009 - 10.2014

Develop mutually beneficial partnerships with physicians, pharmacists, hospital staff, peers, and management. Perform in-service presentations to different hospital departments including OB/GYN and Pharmacies. Visit physicians at their offices and deliver presentations using third party proof sources (clinicals) to gain positioning in the Women’s Healthcare Market. Track medication sales and research competitor trends.

Thought Leader–Aligned Contributions

  • Delivered in-service clinical presentations to OB/GYN departments and pharmacy teams, supporting evidence-based therapeutic discussions.
  • Provided education on women’s health treatment options using clinical references and guideline-based messaging.
  • Built strong relationships with physicians, nurses, and hospital staff while supporting cross-functional communication.

Impact & Outcomes

  • Silver Club: Q1, Q2, Q4 2010
  • Gold Club: Q1-Q3 2011; Q2 & Q4 2012
  • Promoted to new territory (2012) to drive growth and expand PNV market share
  • Increased PNV market share from 46% -> 52% by FY2013
  • Promoted to Dermatology Division (Q4 2014)

Senior Account Executive

Enterprise Car Sales
Clifton, NJ
09.2006 - 08.2009

Produce growth in the sales sector in comparison to previous years. Assist in the development and training of new Sales Account Executives. Manage referrals and develop relationships with daily rental offices, credit union businesses, and customers thereby generating new business and expanding the car sales market share. Overcome customer objections in order to increase closing ratios, amplify our branch numbers and maintain above average customer service scores. Organize, analyze and schedule assignments to meet known priorities, sales activities and critical work deadlines.

Impact & Outcomes

  • Achieved Executive Club 6 out of the 12 months in 2007.
  • Finished 2007 fiscal year ranked 7th out of 35 A/E’s.
  • Promoted to Senior Account Executive in August 2008 and achieved Executive Club 4 out of the 12 months in 2008.
  • Finished 2008 fiscal year ranked 8th out of 38 A/E’s.

Management Trainee/Assistant Manager

Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Little Falls, NJ
01.2006 - 08.2006

Improve customer sales techniques in order to increase customer satisfaction. Assisted in the management of daily branch operations. Trained new employees to achieve a competitive and successful team. Demonstrated knowledge and assisted in the implementation of the four core areas of our business: Fleet growth, operating profits, employee retention, and ESQI (Enterprise Service Quality Index).

Sales Intern / Management Trainee

Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Oakland, NJ
01.2005 - 12.2005

Developed proper car sale strategies and improved customer service techniques to increase sell goals and percentages. Ascertained how to market to local businesses in order to build solid relationships and enhance business acumen so as to generate profits. Refined Inventory Control marketable skills. Gained knowledge of how to mentor, train, develop and manage staff. Developed problem solving and conflict management skills in business situations. Identified organizational methods in order to multi-task productively.

Education

B.A. - Business Administration

Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ
05-2005

Skills

    Scientific and clinical communication

    KOL and thought leader engagement

    Cross-functional collaboration

    Congress and event participation

    Speaker program execution

    Strategic market development

    Launch excellence

    Data-driven business planning

    Training, mentoring, and coaching

    Relationship management

Professional Highlights

• KOL engagement, advisory boards, and congress insights
• Field-to-Medical and Marketing insight sharing to support launches and lifecycle strategy
• Cross-functional collaboration across Medical Affairs, Training, Access, and Commercial
• Early-adopter development and support across 6 dermatology product launches

LANGUAGES

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Territory Business Manager

Dermavant/Organon
06.2022 - 12.2025

Immunology Sales Specialist

Abbvie
12.2021 - 05.2022

Dermatology Sales Account Specialist

VYNE Therapeutics Inc.
12.2019 - 11.2021

Sales Account Specialist

Aclaris Therapeutics
01.2018 - 10.2019

Executive Territory Manager Dermatology

Exeltis USA, Inc.
10.2014 - 12.2017

Pharmaceutical Sales Representative OB/GYN

Exeltis USA, Inc.
09.2009 - 10.2014

Senior Account Executive

Enterprise Car Sales
09.2006 - 08.2009

Management Trainee/Assistant Manager

Enterprise Rent-A-Car
01.2006 - 08.2006

Sales Intern / Management Trainee

Enterprise Rent-A-Car
01.2005 - 12.2005

B.A. - Business Administration

Montclair State University