Job Title: Business Development Manager - Lab Services

Job Description

The Business Development Manager is a strategic sales leader responsible for acquiring new business within assigned verticals and segments. This role involves providing consultative services by understanding and communicating services capabilities, developing account strategies, and forecasting business opportunities. Success requires a goal-oriented individual with proven experience in laboratory services, accountable for revenue generation and growth in national accounts.

ResponsibilitiesIdentify new lab services opportunities within target accounts aligned with strategic focus.Provide subject-matter expertise by understanding the competitive landscape in laboratory services for life sciences, food & beverage, and chemical companies.Utilize consultative selling techniques to increase deal size and elevate deals within the services value chain.Collaborate with technical teams to define business targets for sustained growth and project health.Engage with internal selling partners to meet strategic needs and vision of national clients.Coordinate with corporate functions including legal, finance, marketing, and talent acquisition to ensure smooth functioning in large-account setup.Perform root cause analysis to address performance gaps or evolving account strategies.Build effective relationships with operations and local sales support to align business needs with national client strategies.Achieve growth goals by upselling/expanding current account relationships and winning new accounts.Interface consistently with customers to build relationships with executive sponsors and key decision makers.Navigate sales processes including RFXs, presentations, contracts, negotiations, and communications.Facilitate partnerships between service pillars to maximize opportunities and efficiency in acquiring new business.Ensure compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements in large account setups.Essential SkillsMinimum 10 years of sales/business development experience managing customer portfolios.Minimum 5 years of sales experience in laboratory services with proven success in developing outsourced technical projects.Proven experience selling lab service offerings; experience in validation/quality assurance solutions preferred.Ability to collaborate with internal partners and subject-matter experts to close prospective deals.Excellent communication skills with the ability to present to executive stakeholders.Ability to identify customer goals and pain points and align solutions accordingly.Proficient in sales/CRM systems; prior experience with Salesforce preferred.Bachelor’s Degree required.Ability to travel regionally and nationally as required, up to 50%.Proficient with Microsoft Office suite.Additional Skills & QualificationsBiotechnology and/or pharmaceutical professional services sales experience.Proven success in initiating, cultivating, and managing large accounts (Fortune 500+).Strong collaboration skills with the ability to drive deals to a close.Demonstrates high levels of personal character and integrity.Team player who collaborates effectively and builds excitement around the organization.Goal-oriented individual with proven results in the staffing or professional services industry.Willingness to travel nationally.

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Work Environment

This role is part of a leading services company specializing in engineering and sciences, with 40 years of history serving a global market. The work environment promotes innovation and empowers individuals to think outside the box. Employees are included in a unified, team-oriented setting focused on creating solutions for challenging projects. The company supports professional development and career progression, encouraging personal and professional growth.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $160000.00/yr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 8, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.