Labviva

Director, Business Development

Labviva$155K — $170K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in business, life sciences, or related field; MBA preferred.
  • 10+ years of experience in business development, enterprise SaaS sales, or account management, with a focus on life sciences or procurement technology.
  • Deep understanding of procurement processes, R&D operations, and supplier dynamics in life sciences required.
  • Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills for engaging senior executives.
  • Technical proficiency in CRM tools (e.g., Hubspot).
  • Self-motivated and goal-oriented, passionate about driving growth.

Responsibilities

  • Lead complex sales cycles from discovery to deal closure.
  • Build and maintain relationships with supplier stakeholders, including procurement and R&D executives.
  • Collaborate with marketing, product, and operations teams to create tailored supplier solutions.
  • Monitor supplier performance metrics and analyze data trends for actionable insights.
  • Represent Labviva at industry events to promote our platform and network.
  • Oversee account governance, including quarterly business reviews and implementation alignment.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model allowing remote options, especially for EST timezone candidates.
  • Health benefits and discretionary time off.
  • Parental leave policies.
  • Competitive salary with equity components.
Full Job Description
About the Role

Labviva is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Director, Business Development to join our team, focusing on our supplier partnerships, specifically with Life Sciences, R&D and MRO materials (office and electronics). This role is pivotal in driving the growth of Labviva's supplier ecosystem by identifying, securing, and nurturing strategic relationships with key stakeholders in the life sciences industry. You will lead the growth strategy and execution for complex accounts, manage senior stakeholder relationships, and ensure our platform delivers exceptional value to suppliers.

How You Will Contribute
  • Lead complex sales cycles, including discovery, solution scoping, negotiation, and closing deals.
  • Build and maintain strong, multi-threaded relationships with supplier stakeholders, including executives in procurement, R&D, and operational teams.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, product, and operations, to craft tailored solutions that address supplier needs and align with our platform's capabilities.
  • Monitor supplier performance metrics, analyze data trends, and provide actionable insights to drive optimization and growth.
  • Represent Labviva at industry events, conferences, and trade shows to promote our platform and build relationships with potential partners.
  • Oversee account governance, including leading quarterly business reviews and coordinating with implementation teams to align with supplier objectives.

What You Bring to the Team
  • Bachelor's degree in business, life sciences, or a related field; MBA is a plus.
  • 10+ years of experience in business development, enterprise SaaS sales, e-commerce/marketplace and/or account management, preferably in the life sciences or procurement technology sectors.
  • Deep understanding of procurement processes, R&D operations, and supplier dynamics in the life sciences industry is required.
  • Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging senior executives and diverse stakeholders.
  • Technical proficiency in CRM tools (e.g., Hubspot)
  • Self-motivated and goal-oriented with a passion for driving growth and delivering value.
  • Willingness to travel to meet with clients and attend industry events as needed.

Location: Boston Headquarters (Hybrid: 3 days a week in the office) or Remote (EST time zone strongly preferred).

We provide a competitive set of benefits including but not limited to a hybrid - office/remote work option, health benefits, discretionary time off, parental leave, competitive salary and equity.

(Note: At this time, Labviva is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa)

Compensation may vary based on the location that candidates reside in.

Labviva provides an estimate of the compensation for roles as required by state regulations. Compensation may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, individual candidate experience, skills, and qualifications.

Additionally, Labviva leverages current market data to determine compensation; therefore, posted figures are subject to change as new market data becomes available. The salary, other forms of compensation, and benefits information are accurate as of the date of this posting. Labviva reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Boston Pay Range

$155,000-$170,000 USD

About Labviva

Labviva is a biotechnology company that provides a digital platform for scientific research procurement. The company's platform enables researchers to search for and purchase research materials from a variety of suppliers. Labviva's platform also provides tools for managing orders, tracking shipments, and analyzing spending. The company was founded in 2019 and is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Learn more about Labviva
Size
50 employees
Industry
Founded
2019

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