IQVIA

Business Development Director

IQVIA$111K — $309K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in business management
  • 12 years related experience with 5 years in CRO/Pharmaceutical sales or equivalent
  • Proven track record with mid-level and high-level contacts
  • Solid understanding of commercialization and drug discovery
  • Excellent analytical skills for customer data interpretation
  • Ability to influence stakeholders internally and externally
  • Demonstrated independence and teamwork abilities

Responsibilities

  • Prospect and leverage new business opportunities within specified accounts
  • Cultivate relationships with key decision-makers
  • Analyze opportunities and develop tailored sales plans
  • Monitor customer satisfaction and maintain communication
  • Prepare and lead sales presentations with operational teams
  • Coordinate sales activities and record them in CRM
  • Adapt strategies to meet market and financial demands

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and welfare benefits
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Incentives and bonuses based on performance
  • Support for travel and associated costs
Full Job Description

To be eligible for this position, you must reside in the same country where the job is located.

Job Overview
Secure and retain business through professional, consultative, proactive sales activities directed at decision-makers and decision influencers at existing and new clinical sponsors.

Essential Functions

  • Actively prospect and leverage potential new business opportunities within specified customer account(s).

  • Cultivate strong, long-term relationships with key decision-makers within Account and develop in-depth knowledge of the customer organization.

  • Maintain general knowledge of all IQVIA services for appropriate cross-sell opportunities.

  • Aggressively pursue awareness of competitive activities, positioning and pricing, which includes specific reasons for awards and non-awards.

  • Analyze potential opportunities and develop sales plans for each target account.

  • Ensure appropriate strategy/solution is proposed to customer.  

  • Monitor actions and results against plans.

  • Coordinate with contracts and proposals to develop proposal.

  • Work with operations and functional managers to identify sales team and prepares and leads the sales presentation.

  • Educate team participants in customer culture, operational needs/methods and sales techniques needed to close the sale.

  • Handle follow-up related to the sale and drive completion of contractual documents.

  • Adapt successful strategies and tactics to meet market demands and financial targets.

  • Maintain high visibility within customer organization.  

  • Monitor customer satisfaction by communicating regularly with customer

  • Plan and coordinate all customer sales activities.

  • Record all customer sales related activities in CRM system.

  • Prepare sales activity report for Sales Management as required.

  • Serve as a liaison between the customer and technical and operational groups at IQVIA, Inc.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in business management Req

  • 12 years related experience, including 5 years of relevant industry (CRO/Pharmaceutical) and/or sales experience Req Or

  • Equivalent combination of education, training and experience Req

  • Proven track record at mid-level and high-level contacts.

  • Excellent Business/Industry awareness and a thorough understanding of industry trends and impact on the business

  • Solid understanding of commercialization and the principles of drug discovery and development

  • Excellent analytical skills in assessing and interpreting customer business data

  • Ability to maintain demanding timelines

  • Ability to influence others internally and externally

  • Adaptability and flexibility to changing priorities

  • Demonstrated ability to work creatively in a fast-paced environment

  • Attention to detail and ability to work simultaneously on multiple priorities

  • Ability to work independently and as a team player

  • Excellent skills using Microsoft Office Suite: MS PowerPoint, MS Word, and MS Excel

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills

  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers and clients

  • 30% travel is required (based on location).

The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $111,200.00 - $309,800.00. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job-related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part-time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.

About IQVIA

Innovex offers superior and creative advice to corporations. In addition, they raised venture capital for our own affiliate companies, in addition to having assisted clients in fund-raising efforts, new venture outreaches, and financing. Their engineers and technical staff offer varied backgrounds in manufacturing, high tech, product design, quality control, safety, biomechanics, and robotics.

IQVIA Careers

Join the vibrant team at IQVIA, a leading global provider of advanced analytics, technology solutions, and clinical research services to the healthcare industry. IQVIA is recognized for its commitment to innovation, leadership in healthcare, and a culture that celebrates diversity and inclusion.

Work You’ll Do

At IQVIA, we offer job opportunities that empower you to leverage your skills and drive healthcare forward. Become part of a team that thrives on innovation and the pursuit of operational excellence, helping to improve patient outcomes across the globe.

Transform Your Career

IQVIA is the place where you can transform the world of healthcare while advancing your career. With a variety of positions available, from research and development to business analytics, IQVIA is at the forefront of the industry. Our leadership is committed to fostering a culture of growth and professional development, making IQVIA a prime environment for both seasoned professionals and those seeking an internship to kickstart their career.

Innovative Work Environment

Join over 50,000 dedicated professionals in a dynamic environment where technology meets healthcare. At IQVIA, innovation isn’t just a buzzword; it's the backbone of how we solve complex challenges. With cutting-edge resources and a collaborative global team, your work at IQVIA directly contributes to advancements in life sciences.

Career Development and Benefits

IQVIA believes in nurturing its team members not just as employees but as individuals seeking to grow their careers. We support this with unmatched benefits, diversity training, and opportunities for leadership development. Our commitment to your career growth is matched by our dedication to providing a supportive and inclusive workplace.

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Whether you’re looking for a full-time position, part-time work, or a graduate internship, IQVIA offers a range of employment options to match your career ambitions. Our hiring process is designed to be transparent and engaging, helping you to understand where your skills can best be utilized within the company.

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At IQVIA, networking and professional development are part of our DNA. Engage with industry leaders, participate in global conferences, and take advantage of our in-house training programs designed to enhance your skills and advance your career.

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Learn more about IQVIA
Size
82,000 employees
Market Cap
$37.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
$279 million
Founded
2016
5 Year Trend
+15.3%
Revenue
$11.3 billion
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