Global Strategic Account Director Full Time NEW

This senior commercial leadership role is focused on driving global growth across the organization’s largest and most strategic life sciences accounts. You will be responsible for developing high-impact customer strategies, building long-term executive relationships, and expanding revenue opportunities across a complex, multi-regional portfolio. The role requires strong commercial acumen, scientific understanding, and the ability to operate at C-suite level within global biotechnology and pharmaceutical organizations. You will act as a trusted partner to customers, aligning advanced scientific solutions with their strategic priorities in diagnostics, biologics, and life science innovation. Working in a highly collaborative and matrixed environment, you will coordinate cross-functional internal teams to deliver integrated solutions that create measurable business impact. This is a high-visibility role ideal for a strategic sales leader who thrives at the intersection of science, business growth, and global account management.

Accountabilities

• Develop and execute global account strategies for the organization’s largest strategic customers across life sciences and biotechnology sectors.
• Build and maintain senior-level relationships, including C-suite engagement, positioning the organization as a long-term strategic partner.
• Drive revenue growth, profitability, and expansion of product and service portfolios across assigned global accounts.
• Lead complex negotiations and manage multi-stakeholder relationships across diverse international and cultural contexts.
• Coordinate internal cross-functional teams to deliver integrated solutions leveraging the full product and service portfolio.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities within existing accounts through strategic account planning.
• Resolve complex commercial and operational challenges by applying advanced problem-solving and critical thinking.
• Translate customer needs and scientific requirements into actionable business solutions.
• Represent the organization in executive discussions, strategic reviews, and high-level customer engagements.
• Monitor market trends and customer developments to proactively shape account strategy and positioning.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in life sciences, biotechnology, or biopharmaceutical industries with a strong focus on strategic account management or senior sales leadership.
• Proven experience managing large, global, or enterprise-level customer accounts.
• Strong understanding of life sciences markets, including diagnostics, biologics, or related scientific domains.
• Demonstrated ability to engage and influence senior executives and C-suite stakeholders.
• Strong commercial acumen with a track record of driving revenue growth and margin expansion.
• Ability to translate complex scientific and technical concepts into business opportunities.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills in a global, matrixed environment.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to develop long-term account growth plans.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced scientific degree and/or MBA preferred.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 50%, including internationally.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.

Benefits

• Competitive annual base salary ranging from $150,000 to $180,000 USD
• Eligibility for bonus and incentive compensation
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage including medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Paid time off and flexible remote work arrangement
• Global exposure working with leading life sciences and biotechnology organizations
• Access to continuous improvement and professional development frameworks
• Inclusive, innovation-driven culture focused on scientific and commercial impact
• Additional benefits aligned with employee wellbeing and life outside work.

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