Consultative Sales Director
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Consultative Sales Director at Parexel improving healthcare's clinical development solutions. Building client relationships and managing complex sales opportunities in the clinical research sector.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute account strategies for assigned clients and territories
- Build and maintain relationships with senior decision-makers and key stakeholders
- Identify client needs, challenges, and strategic priorities through consultative dialogue
- Serve as a trusted advisor on clinical development strategies and approaches
- Manage complex, long-term client relationships to foster loyalty and growth
- Lead the qualification and pursuit of sales opportunities aligned with business objectives
- Collaborate with subject matter experts to design tailored solutions for client needs
- Develop compelling value propositions that address client challenges and priorities
- Guide the preparation of high-quality proposals, presentations, and bid defenses
- Negotiate contract terms and conditions that balance client needs and business requirements
- Develop territory and account plans aligned with sales targets and strategic priorities
- Forecast sales pipeline and revenue projections with appropriate documentation
- Monitor sales performance metrics and adapt strategies to achieve objectives
- Identify market trends and competitive insights to inform sales approaches
- Collaborate with leadership on pricing strategies and commercial models
- Partner with delivery teams to ensure solution feasibility and operational alignment
- Collaborate with marketing on client-focused messaging and materials
- Engage subject matter experts in client discussions and solution development
- Coordinate with legal, finance, and contracts teams during opportunity pursuit
- Share market intelligence and client feedback with internal stakeholders
Requirements:
- Typically 10+ years of progressive sales experience in clinical research or related services
- Proven track record of achieving or exceeding sales targets in complex service environments
- Experience selling to pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device companies
- Background in managing long sales cycles and complex decision-making processes
- Understanding of contracting processes for clinical research services
- Understanding of clinical research processes, methodologies, and best practices
- Knowledge of drug development pathways and regulatory requirements
- Familiarity with pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry dynamics
- Understanding of clinical research service models and delivery approaches
- Education: Bachelor's degree in life sciences, business, or related field
Benefits:
- Professional development in consultative selling, strategic account management, or solution selling
















