Director, Business Development - Early Phase

Lifelancer
Phoenix, AZ
Job Description
The Director, Business Development is responsible for driving sales growth across an assigned geographic territory for our Early Phase services, blending targeted hunting activities with strategic account farming, and leveraging data-driven insights to maximize territory performance.

Requirements

  • Develops and executes a comprehensive sales strategy for a defined book of business and geographic territory
  • Manages an optimized territory through data-informed prioritization of time, client opportunity, and market potential
  • Identifies, engages, and nurtures key client relationships with decision-makers, influencers, and stakeholders at all levels
  • Leads the orchestration of tailored, multi-touchpoint sales strategies based on client needs, pipeline dynamics, and strategic goals
  • Drives expansion playbooks, including therapeutically aligned strategies, renewal opportunities and next-phase conversions, to deepen account value
  • Collaborates closely with cross-functional teams, including operations, therapeutic strategy, deal strategy, and delivery, to co-develop solutions that address client-specific challenges
  • Acts as a client champion internally by sharing insights on client culture, preferences, and strategic priorities to enable effective team alignment and proposal development
  • Educates clients on Syneos Health’s differentiated value proposition, clinical and commercial capabilities, and evolving service offerings
  • Conducts regular territory performance reviews, forecasts pipeline progression, and adjusts plans based on shifting client and market needs
  • Maintains up-to-date records of client activity, pipeline, and sales progress within CRM platforms such as Salesforce
  • Stays current on industry trends, competitor developments, and emerging client needs to continuously refine engagement strategies
  • Represents Syneos Health at client meetings, industry conferences, and other relevant events to build brand presence and uncover new opportunities

Benefits

  • Company car or car allowance
  • Health benefits to include Medical, Dental and Vision
  • Company match 401k
  • Eligibility to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Eligibility to earn commissions/bonus based on company and individual performance
  • Flexible paid time off (PTO) and sick time
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