We opened our doors with a clear and simple vision: to provide the worldwide clinical research industry with professional services that demonstrate the highest level of experience, quality, and integrity. Since 1996, ProTrials has supported research that has led to ground-breaking treatments and solutions in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device industries.
What fuels our focus? Most of us entered the clinical research field to help patients, caregivers, or maybe even our loved ones. We show up every day committed to do work that matters. When you join ProTrials, you will join a collaborative community helping to build a healthier world.
We also understand your need to balance a meaningful workload with life’s every-day moments. At ProTrials, we know that this makes our employees happier, healthier, and more successful.
SUMMARY
The Senior Director of Business Development is responsible for identifying, developing and managing new and potential client relationships in their assigned territory for ProTrials Research, Inc. The Senior Director of Business Development is a strategic leader responsible for delivering sales, growth, and expansion of ProTrials' services. The Senior Director of Business Development will work closely with the executive team to develop and implement strategies that align with the company's goals and objectives.
ESSENTIAL DUTIESDevelop and execute comprehensive marketing and business development strategies and initiatives to achieve revenue targets and market expansion; communicate business development strategies and progress to the executive teamIdentify emerging market trends and business opportunities to guide strategic planningCultivate and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential clientsServe as the primary point of contact for key clients, ensuring their needs are met and expectations exceededConduct market research and outreach to identify potential clients and understand their needs and degree of interest in company’s products, services, and timeframe. Utilize established tools outlining ideal customer profile and client/opportunity qualification.Analyze competitive landscape to inform strategic decisions; inform appropriate cross-functional stake holders of significant changes to clients such as financial holdings, mergers/acquisitions, or product development changesNegotiate budgets and scope of work to secure new businessCollaborate with cross-functional teams, including clinical operations, project delivery directors, resourcing, and finance, to ensure seamless service delivery; ensure appropriate hand-off of new projects to the project teamTrack and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to business development activitiesOversee the preparation of compelling proposals and presentations; manage full-cycle bid proposal and bid defense process including coordination, preparation, attendance, and follow-up on proposals and bid defensesManage, plan, and attend appropriate industry trade shows, conferences, seminars, networking events, etc. Ensure all business development activities are updated and accurate in CRM databaseOTHER QUALIFICATIONSExcellent communication, presentation and negotiation skillsProven success in sales/marketing management, pharmaceutical industry, CRO business development, and/or clinical operations management and proven ability to close sales High proficiency in MS Office Suite, virtual meeting software, Salesforce, and CRM applicationsAbility to travel on notice as short as 24 hours, maintain efficient and effective travel scheduleIn depth knowledge of the clinical process in a CRO environmentEDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCEBA/BS degree, preferably in business d, marketing or sciences7+ year’s related sales and business development experienceIn depth knowledge of the clinical research industry, preferably with hands on industry-related operational experiencePrevious experience in selling clinical research servicesPERKS AND BENEFITSCompetitive payCareer growthFull medical, dental, and vision benefit packages401(k) with matchCommuter benefitsLegal benefitsThe best coworkers, if we do say so ourselvesExcept as otherwise permitted or required by applicable law or regulatory requirements, ProTrials will retain the applicant’s personal information in accordance with its statutory obligations and internal policies and procedures.
Information collected during application completion may be retained for a reasonable period of time and in accordance with the company’s established retention policies. Applicants seeking more information may contact
HR@ProTrials.com.
ProTrials Research, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. ProTrials does not discriminate against qualified applicants or employees with respect to any terms or conditions of employment based on race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), pregnancy, and childbirth or related medical conditions (including genetic characteristics), genetic information, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, marital status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
