Description

ELIQUENT Life Sciences is the leading global consulting firm providing solutions to life science companies researching, developing, and manufacturing innovative products to serve patients and respond to public health challenges around the world. ELIQUENT is committed to serving clients’ needs with extensive expertise, unwavering integrity, and strategic insight in a manner that supports availability of safe, effective, and high-quality drugs, biologics, and medical devices. For more information, please visit our website at eliquent.com.

We are seeking an experienced Regional Business Development Manager to drive growth within the life sciences sector (pharma, biopharma, cell and gene, fill-finish, med device companies) across the Southeast region, based out of the Raleigh, NC area. This role combines prospecting and client acquisition with strengthening long-term partnerships, leveraging sales systems to track progress, and achieving measurable revenue goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead business development efforts to expand market presence, generate high-quality leads, and close new business opportunities.
• Proactively identify and qualify prospects through research, outreach, and networking; develop a consistent pipeline of opportunities.
• Manage and track opportunities using CRM systems, ensuring accurate forecasting, pipeline visibility, and timely follow-ups.
• Deliver against quarterly and annual sales targets by executing effective sales strategies and consultative selling techniques.
• Collaborate with internal subject matter experts to design and present tailored consulting solutions that address client needs.
• Monitor and report on key sales metrics (pipeline growth, deal closure, and client retention etc.).
• Maintain and grow relationships with existing clients to drive repeat business and cross-sell opportunities. Expand existing key accounts to grow the business across Southeast.
• Represent Eliquent at industry conferences, trade shows, and networking events to build brand awareness and generate leads.
  
  

This role is regionally based in Raleigh, NC but candidate will work from home

Requirements

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of B2B sales or business development experience, ideally in life sciences, healthcare, or related consulting services.
• Strong knowledge of the biotech, pharmaceutical, or medical device sectors with proven ability to engage senior-level stakeholders.
• Demonstrated track record of meeting or exceeding sales quotas and successfully closing complex deals.
• Skilled in CRM utilization, sales reporting, and pipeline management to drive accountability and decision-making.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to travel up to 20% within the Southeast region for client meetings, industry events, and business development activities.
  
  

Benefits

What We Offer:

• Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary and comprehensive benefits package for full-time and part-time employees, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, a 401(k) plan with employer match, a generous paid time off policy, and additional perks. Compensation is commensurate with professional experience.
• Career Development: Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within a supportive and innovative environment.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible work arrangements and a commitment to maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
  
  

Eliquent Life Sciences is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.