Sr. Director / Director, API Distribution & Commercial Development

Empower Pharmacy•Houston, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Empower Pharmacy is a visionary healthcare company dedicated to making quality, affordable medication accessible to millions of patients nationwide. As the nation’s most advanced 503A compounding pharmacy and FDA-registered 503B outsourcing facility, we’re redefining what’s possible in personalized medicine and pharmaceutical manufacturing. We’re proud to be recognized as one of Houston’s fastest-growing private companies and ranked #116 in Healthcare & Medical on the Inc. 5000 List for 2025. Our strength is built on four core values: People, Quality, Service, and Innovation. Guided by these principles, we’ve created a uniquely integrated healthcare platform powered by advanced technology, operational excellence, and a relentless commitment to patient care. From manufacturing and quality control to distribution and customer experience, our teams work together to raise industry standards, expand access to critical medications, and improve outcomes for patients and providers across the country. At Empower, joining our team means more than starting a new role. It means becoming part of a mission-driven organization that’s transforming healthcare at scale. We invest deeply in our people, encourage bold thinking, and create opportunities for growth, leadership, and innovation at every level. Your ideas matter here, your development is supported, and the work you do has a direct impact on the lives of millions. If you thrive in a fast-moving, purpose-driven environment where innovation, collaboration, and ambition come together, Empower Pharmacy is the place for you. Let’s transform healthcare together. POSITION SUMMARY Sr. Director / Director, API Distribution & Commercial Development leads Empower’s API distribution and repackaging business, driving revenue growth, customer acquisition, supplier partnerships, regulatory compliance, and operational scalability. Leveraging AI-enabled market intelligence, forecasting, pricing analytics, and automation, the role improves decision-making, commercial execution, and business performance. Success requires strategic thinking, execution rigor, learning agility, and entrepreneurial leadership within a hyper-growth, highly regulated environment. Talent demonstrates business-building capability, operational excellence, regulatory discipline, commercial acumen, and cross-functional leadership supporting sustainable growth, profitability, and customer trust.

Requirements

Deep expertise in pharmaceutical distribution, API sourcing, wholesale drug distribution regulations, DSCSA requirements, DEA licensing, supply chain management, and commercial business development within highly regulated environments.
Proven ability leveraging AI-enabled market intelligence, forecasting technologies, supply chain analytics, business intelligence platforms, and automation tools improving operational performance, commercial execution, and decision-making effectiveness.
Strong leadership, negotiation, stakeholder management, and executive communication skills with demonstrated success building businesses, developing customer relationships, and leading complex cross-functional initiatives.
Advanced financial acumen, strategic planning capabilities, and operational problem-solving expertise with experience managing P&L performance, business scalability, regulatory compliance, and organizational growth.
Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related discipline required; MBA, PharmD, or advanced degree preferred.
Minimum 10 years of progressive pharmaceutical distribution, API distribution, wholesale drug distribution, supply chain, or commercial leadership experience, including significant P&L accountability.
Demonstrated experience launching or scaling new business lines, distribution operations, or entrepreneurial growth initiatives within regulated pharmaceutical, healthcare, or life sciences organizations strongly preferred.
Experience with DEA distributor registration, wholesale distributor licensing, DSCSA compliance, supplier qualification programs, ERP/WMS platforms, and pharmaceutical quality systems strongly preferred.
Proven ability to build high-performing teams, drive customer acquisition, influence executive stakeholders, and deliver measurable revenue, profitability, and operational growth outcomes within hyper-growth environments.
Customer Focus: Builds trust through customer-centric solutions.
Strategic AI: Guides responsible AI adoption and adaptation.
Optimizes Work Processes: Drives efficiency with continuous improvement.
Collaborates: Partners effectively to achieve shared goals.
Resourcefulness: Secures and deploys resources efficiently.
Manages Complexity: Simplifies and solves complex challenges.
Ensures Accountability: Delivers on commitments with integrity.
Situational Adaptability: Adjusts approach to shifting conditions.
Communicates Effectively: Tailors messages to diverse audiences.

Nice To Haves

MBA, PharmD, or advanced degree preferred.
Demonstrated experience launching or scaling new business lines, distribution operations, or entrepreneurial growth initiatives within regulated pharmaceutical, healthcare, or life sciences organizations strongly preferred.
Experience with DEA distributor registration, wholesale distributor licensing, DSCSA compliance, supplier qualification programs, ERP/WMS platforms, and pharmaceutical quality systems strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Leads Empower’s API distribution strategy, aligning commercial, operational, and regulatory priorities. Utilizes AI-enabled analytics and forecasting tools to identify growth opportunities, improve decision-making, and support profitable expansion.
Develops commercialization strategies, financial forecasts, and growth roadmaps supporting revenue expansion. Leverages AI-powered market intelligence and pricing analytics to improve planning accuracy and strengthen competitive positioning.
Owns business unit financial performance, including revenue, margins, expenses, and capital allocation. Applies AI-enabled financial analytics and operational dashboards to improve visibility, accountability, and profitability.
Develops go-to-market strategies and leads customer acquisition for 503A and 503B pharmacies. Utilizes AI-powered analytics and market intelligence to improve targeting, strengthen relationships, and drive revenue growth.
Identifies growth opportunities, customer needs, and portfolio gaps supporting business expansion. Leverages AI-enabled competitive intelligence and demand forecasting to strengthen market positioning and accelerate opportunity capture.
Builds relationships with pharmacy owners and key stakeholders to strengthen retention and revenue growth. Applies AI-assisted customer insights and engagement analytics to improve account planning and customer advocacy.
Partners in the design and optimization of distribution infrastructure, including warehousing, logistics, inventory management, and operational workflows. Collaborates across functions to leverage AI-powered analytics and automation tools that enhance efficiency, visibility, compliance, and scalability.
Works collaboratively with suppliers and internal stakeholders to support sourcing strategies, supply continuity initiatives, and product availability objectives. Utilizes AI-enabled analytics and forecasting tools to inform sourcing decisions, strengthen supplier partnerships, and help mitigate supply risks.
Collaborates with business and technology teams to support ERP, WMS, customer ordering, and DSCSA compliance technologies that enable distribution operations. Leverages AI-assisted automation and reporting tools to improve traceability, inventory visibility, and operational effectiveness
Collaborates with regulatory, legal, and business stakeholders to support licensing, DEA registration, and regulatory approval activities that enable business launch and ongoing compliance. Utilizes AI-enabled compliance tracking and workflow automation tools to improve visibility, streamline execution, and strengthen governance.
Partners with Quality Assurance and cross-functional teams to support distribution quality systems, supplier qualification, material verification, and compliance activities. Leverages AI-powered analytics and monitoring tools to enhance quality performance, regulatory compliance, and product integrity.
Works collaboratively across operational, regulatory, commercial, and supply chain functions to identify and assess risks impacting business performance. Applies AI-enabled predictive analytics and risk intelligence tools to support mitigation planning, issue resolution, and business continuity efforts.
Recruits and develops high-performing teams supporting business growth and scalability. Utilizes AI-enabled workforce analytics and talent platforms to strengthen accountability, succession planning, and organizational effectiveness.
Partners with Regulatory Affairs, Quality, Supply Chain, Finance, Legal, IT, and executive leadership to align priorities and support business execution. Leverages AI-enabled collaboration and reporting tools to improve communication and decision-making.
Provides business updates, performance insights, and growth recommendations to executive leadership. Applies AI-powered dashboards and analytics tools to improve reporting quality, strategic visibility, and enterprise alignment.