Territory Director of Business Development - East Coast (US)

Alturas Analytics Inc. is looking for a strategic collaborative knowledgeable Territory Director of Business Development to join our team. The Territory Director is responsible for developing new and maintaining existing client relationships with preclinical and clinical organizations to grow retain and sustain company business and is responsible for all aspects of business development and the promotion of services offered by Alturas Analytics Inc. The Territory Director will serve as the primary point of contact for new potential clients as well as existing clients needing the services Alturas Analytics Inc. provides and will also be responsible for responding to RFPs and developing sales in their respective territory.

We are seeking candidates residing in the Eastern half of the United States. However all qualified candidates from other regions will be considered. The territory in which this position is responsible for is the East Coast of the US.

About Us

Alturas Analytics Inc. is a contract research organization bioanalytical laboratory providing personalized MS/MS bioanalytical services to the pharma and biotech industries worldwide. We are a growing privately owned company working with our collaborators to aid in the treatment and cure of disease. Joining the Alturas Analytics team means becoming a part of a supportive and passionate community. Our staff consists of talented dedicated individuals who are committed to delivering the highest quality of service to our clients. Our goal is simple to ensure that Alturas employees thrive so that we can do the best possible work in our field ensuring greater care for our world.

Benefits

• We pay 100% of your premiums for health dental and vision insurance and 25% of the premium for dependent coverage
• Paid time off (starting at 3 weeks/year) and paid holidays
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (with company match) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• Life insurance and short- and long-term disability at no cost to you
• Safe Harbor 401(k) with an automatic 3% employer contribution
• Employee Assistance Programs focused on mental health
• Voluntary Life AD&D Critical Illness and Accident insurance

Perks

• Work-life balance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Opportunities for continuous learning and development
• Relaxed yet professional culture
• Wellness program
• Charitable donation matching
• Paid time off for volunteering
• On-site company parties and celebrations unlimited (good) coffee beverages snacks and more!

Essential Responsibilities Duties and Roles

• Assist in business development efforts as defined by annual and quarterly business development strategy to grow revenue.
• Prospect and qualify new accounts and business that would benefit from Alturas Analytics Inc. services by territory service platform or stage of growth.
• Increase the value of current customers by way of interactions with scientific operations as well attracting new clients by utilization of subject matter experts to drive important scientific discussions critical to the sales process.
• Responsible for setting appropriate territory goals and developing these into an action plan which ensures the annual sales targets are achieved.
• Present existing services to potential and existing clients primarily through in-person email phone and/or web meetings.
• In close coordination with Client Services Coordinator engage with clients to provide and follow up with quotes including disseminating information internally following up with clients and taking necessary steps to facilitate close.
• Coordinate timely visits to well-qualified prospective or current accounts for the sales team.
• Track all efforts in Client Relationship Management (CRM); assist with database management and business analytic reporting (designing / running reports; developing dashboards etc.).
• Prepare monthly territory analysis reports for leadership review.
• Attend trade shows and sales meetings as required.

Additional Duties and Tasks as assigned

• Prepare business agreements to include project estimates quotes and Statements of Work
• Support marketing efforts including generating content developing collateral coordinating e-blasts social media etc.
• Performs other duties as needed or assigned

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelors degree in a business science or related field and 8 years of directly related experience in comparable sales/business development positions; or an equivalent combination of education training and/or experience
• Demonstrated experience building relationships with clients and proven success rate in supporting business development activities as evidence by closed research agreements and contracts
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical development R&D preclinical and clinical operations and Contract Research Organizations (CROs) and regulations governing the industry (21 CFR Part 58 Good Laboratory Practice for Nonclinical Laboratory Studies and 21 CFR Part 11 Electronic Records & Electronic Signatures)
• Successful proposal and program coordination client support marketing experience preferred
• Life science or preclinical/clinical research experience preferred
• Working knowledge and competency of Microsoft Office suite Adobe Acrobat and Salesforce or similar CRM tool

Skills and Abilities Requirements

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to provide exceptional customer service
• Skills in critical thinking time-management problem-solving and decision-making
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team as well as knowledge of conflict resolution techniques
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to build strong relationships with both internal and external clients
• Understanding of the operational components of a CRO preferred
• Ability to travel up to 40% of the time (multiple trips/month to the East Coast during peak seasons and to Moscow Idaho)

Physical Requirements

• Sitting and working in front of a computer over 2/3 of the time
• Walking and standing less than 1/3 of the time between departments/offices (if in the office)
• Using a telephone up to 2/3 of the time
• Climbing balancing stooping or kneeling less than 1/3 of the time
• Talking or hearing over 2/3 of the time
• Lifting up and pushing/pulling up to 30 lbs. up to 2/3 of the time when traveling
• Standing up to 3/4 of the time when traveling

About the Area

Located in a vibrant town and home to the University of Idaho Moscow Idaho is a friendly community with beautiful natural surroundings and a lively cultural scene. Youll enjoy walkable streets live music and access to some of the best outdoor recreation opportunities in the country. The Palouse area is made up of several neighboring towns including Pullman Washington where youll find a bustling college town environment with diverse dining options events for everyone and the Washington State University campus.

Community Involvement

Our goal is to build an enduring company of integrity in an environment that provides rewarding career paths and empowers individuals to engage in the well-being of the communities in which they reside. We seek to inspire the next generation of scientists through involvement of educational programs at every level. From making science fun for elementary-aged students active participation in science fairs and guest lecturing at the undergraduate university level we are stepping towards fostering a generation where science is exciting and an integral component of everyday life.

In addition to company support for community programs Alturas offers employees paid time-off for individual volunteer activities and matching monetary donations to numerous 501(c)(3) organizations.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran.