Director of Business Development - Midwest North

Boston Analytical•Chicago, IL

2d•Remote

About The Position

The Director of Business Development (Midwest - North) is responsible for developing significant amounts of new business, while maintaining long term relationships with our current clients and allies.

Requirements

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a Chemistry, Biology or related science discipline with > 7 years’ of Sales experience in the Life Sciences or Pharmaceutical Outsourcing marketplace or at least 5 years tenure at BA Sciences.
Based in Midwest region.
History of success gaining new clients and new client revenue.
Capable of managing larger national level accounts that exceed 2M in annual revenue.
Successful candidate will have strong presentation, communication, analytical and customer service skills.
Must be a highly motivated and organized individual with the ability to work autonomously.
Attending professional networking meetings before and after normal business hours may be required. Travel within the U.S and Canada.
Strong negotiation skills.
An understanding of the following: USP Microbiological Procedures, HPLC / GC, Dissolution, Method Validation, Extractables and Leachables testing, Product Release and Stability Testing and Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP’s). Characterization of Biologic drug forms, including LBPs.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects at one time.
Ability to effectively apply newly learned knowledge and skills.
A self-starter, motivated person who possesses good interpersonal skills capable of effectively interacting with all departments and client personnel.
Must have excellent organizational, verbal communication, time management and technical documentation skills.
Must be a team player with integrity and concern for the quality of Company products, services and staff members.
Strong business acumen and sharp sales skills

Nice To Haves

Formal Sales training preferred.
Previous laboratory experience with analytical and/or microbiology testing preferred.

Responsibilities

Significant level of responsibility for the development and execution of sales strategies to drive client acquisition.
Effectively deliver BA Sciences company presentation to prospective clients and current clients.
Manage entire sales process from lead generation through conversion to active client.
Maintain and grow (cross-selling / up-selling) existing accounts by regular interactions with clients, including collaboration with the project management team.
Prepare, submit, and negotiate pricing contracts to clients for services.
Achieve sales revenue goals.
Work collaboratively with fellow local and national team members.
Diligently maintain CRM (Salesforce) data in real time.
Collect and Provide market intelligence back Leadership and Marketing
Support marketing initiatives to foster company success.
Attend company related off site functions and conferences as needed.