National Sales Director  #220103

Our client:
Is a leader In Pre-Clinical genetic models for biotech/pharma and research institutions
  • Seeks a National Sales Director for the US region to manage and develop a national team of reps who target biotech/incubator for profit accounts.
  • This position is ideal for a creative go-getter who thrives on motivating their team to over achievement 

Territory:
  • Based in any major city.
  • Covering: US
  • Travel 35%-50% depending on necessity 
  • Targeting the strategic and biotech institutions across the country.

Compensation:
  • Base salary $160-175k DOE some flexibility for outstanding candidates
  • +$75,000 variable comp at plan. Plus annual bonus for target attainment of $15,000.
  • Uncapped commissions are paid quarterly
  • Mileage at government rate
  • Full benefits including a matching 401k, four weeks’ vacation plus 7 Stat holidays
  • Laptop, cell phone, and Internet paid

Education:
  • MS life sciences and an MBA  (highly desirable)

Responsibilities:
  • Take ownership of the US region, 
  • Coach, train and develop the Account Managers in the region to over achievement.
  • Mentor and develop Team Leaders to success with their direct reports.
  • Create business plans and financial value propositions for the region.
  • Possess high-level cross-company and partner engagement skills and a strong sense of purpose direction and leadership. 
  • Capable of delivering a complex mix of sales and business development skills to the sales team. 
  • The Sales Director must have excellent English speaking and writing skills, computer fluency with Microsoft, CRMs etc.

Experience:
  • Job stability with increasing levels of responsibility during the tenure.
  • Proven success developing multimillion dollar regions.
  • 10 years plus of relevant sales management experience in life science, at least RSMs who have direct reports. 
  • Success at mentoring sales reps to attain corporate goals.
  • Experience setting budgets, quotas, performance reviews.
  • Significant knowledge and understanding of business strategy and goal setting.
  • Prior success at hiring outstanding performers.
  • Experience in a wide range of principles and methodology in strategic account management.  Skill in designing, implementing and coordinating assignments, operations, and/or programs. Experience in making decisions or recommendations significantly developing or changing organizational policies or procedures. 

Standard Requirements:
  • Must have Green Card or be a US citizen
  • Must possess and maintain a current Passport
  • Must have a valid driver’s license and a good motor vehicle driving record.
  • A background check will be conducted before hire

Inquires:
  • Resumes will only be accepted in WORD with Full Home Mailing Address.
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