Director, Sales
hace 2 días
Boston
Job Description COMPANY DESCRIPTION: A career here is life-enhancing. At Syner-G, we enable our people to build careers that impact positively on their quality of life. Through our expertise, insight, consulting and management skills, we accelerate breakthrough science and delivery of life-enhancing therapies to more patients. We work across a diverse range of clients and projects, supporting many organizations from the most critical phases of the drug discovery and approval process through to commercialization. It is meaningful, varied and thought-provoking work with a strategic emphasis, a solutions-driven approach and significant, real-world outcomes, from science to delivery/success. Underpinning this mission is a culture that aligns perfectly with what we want to achieve. We enable our people to grow, we support them in their learning and we reward them in so many different ways. In return, they play an instrumental role in maintaining our reputation across the globe as a strategic biopharma product development and delivery partner. Syner-G was recently honored with BioSpace's prestigious "Best Places to Work" 2026 award, for the third consecutive year, along with many other award-winning programs to make a career here truly life-enhancing. These recognitions are a testament to our commitment to fostering a positive and engaging work environment for our employees, with a particular emphasis on culture, career growth and development opportunities, financial rewards, leadership and innovation. At Syner-G, we recognize that our team members are our most valuable asset. Join us in shaping the future, where your talents are valued, and your contributions make a meaningful impact. For more information, visit POSITION OVERVIEW We are seeking a Director of Sales with 7–12 years of progressive experience in business development, sales, or account management within the biotech, pharmaceutical, or life sciences services sector. This role is responsible for leading territory strategy, driving new business generation, expanding existing accounts, and managing high-value client relationships across multiple regions and service lines. The Director of Sales partners closely with SMEs, Finance, Contracts, and Service Line Leads to shape proposals, negotiate contracts, and drive revenue growth. This position requires strong strategic judgment, consultative selling skills, and the ability to engage senior and executive-level stakeholders. The Director will also contribute to process optimization, pipeline forecasting, and internal alignment to support organizational commercial success. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (This list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented or adjusted as needed.) • Lead territory and account strategy, including long-range planning, prioritization, and proactive outreach., • Drive complex business development efforts including territory expansion, new client acquisition, and strategic account penetration., • Generate new business opportunities through targeted prospecting, market research, and relationship development., • Maintain a strong, qualified pipeline with consistent outreach, forecasting, and opportunity management., • Serve as the primary relationship owner for high-value, multi-region accounts., • Engage senior and executive-level client stakeholders through consultative and strategic discussions., • Lead contract and rate negotiations, including MSAs, amendments, and commercial agreements., • Coordinate cross-functional resources to ensure aligned execution, client satisfaction, and timely delivery., • Oversee proposal strategy and ensure cohesive scoping and pricing across internal partners., • Lead early-stage discovery, qualification, and scoping activities before SME involvement., • Prepare and deliver client-ready presentations, proposals, and supporting materials., • Address contract, invoicing, or delivery challenges through structured analysis and coordinated resolution., • Identify cross-functional opportunities across CMC, Regulatory, Quality, Technical Operations, Medical Writing, and Manufacturing., • Monitor competitive landscape, funding trends, and pipeline shifts to inform strategy., • Provide high-quality market insights and client intelligence to internal leadership., • Partner with SMEs, Finance, Inside Sales, Contracts, and Service Line Leads to ensure aligned scoping and delivery., • Provide informal mentorship to BD Associates and Sales Managers by modeling strong communication, organization, and strategic thinking. Education • Bachelor's degree in business, life sciences, engineering, or a related field required., • 7–12 years of experience in sales, business development, or account management within the biotech, pharma, or life sciences services industry., • Extensive background managing multi-region territories and complex client environments., • Proven ability to lead end-to-end sales cycles including prospecting, qualification, scoping, negotiation, and closing deals., • Experience engaging senior and executive-level client stakeholders., • Strong verbal and written communication skills, able to translate complex information for different audiences., • Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills., • High degree of autonomy and initiative; comfortable operating in a fast-paced and ambiguous environment., • Ability to influence cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders. Physical Demands The employee is regularly required to use a computer keyboard and mouse; reach with hands and arms; talk and listen. The employee frequently walks and sits and may lift and carry objects such as books and files weighing up to 25 pounds. The employee may occasionally stand, stoop, or kneel. Vision requirements include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Work Environment Work occurs in an indoor, temperature-controlled office setting with moderate noise levels and lighting conducive to minimal eye strain typical of office settings. TOTAL REWARDS PROGRAM Syner-G's total rewards include competitive compensation, benefits, remote work flexibility, development opportunities, recognition programs, and company culture. Offerings include a market-competitive base salary, annual incentive plan, robust benefits, flexible paid time off, company-paid holidays, flexible hours, and fully remote work options for most roles. Office locations are available in Greater Boston, San Diego, Boulder, and India. At this time, Syner-G is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa. LEGAL STATEMENT: Syner-G is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers. All employment decisions, including the recruiting, hiring, placement, training availability, promotion, compensation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment (if necessary) are made without regard to the employee's race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Syner-G is an E-Verify employer.