Pharma Account Executive, US – Job opportunity with Grace

Built on talent, technology, and trust, Grace is a leading global supplier of catalysts and engineered materials. The company’s two industry-leading business segments—Catalysts Technologies and Materials Technologies—provide innovative products, technologies, and services that enhance the products and processes of our customers around the world. Grace employs approximately 4,300 people in over 30 countries.

Job Description

The Pharma Sales Account Executive is responsible for net new customer acquisition and maintaining / expanding existing accounts within the Pharma market segment

Key responsibilities:

Responsible for maintaining and growing direct Pharma accounts (Territory)
Responsible for uncovering opportunities with net new customers within the pharma segment
Establish and maintain relationships with key decision makers within pharma & CDMO organizations
Maintain knowledge of pre-clinical and early phases of drug development within Pharma organizations
Identify opportunities for pharma product life-cycle management via new finished dosage forms.
Negotiate multi-year contracts with new and existing customers
Forecast revenue potential for each account and prioritize time accordingly
Maintain presence in the Pharma community by attending Industry Events
and Tradeshows
Collaborate with Grace Product Management, Marketing, R&D, and Technical Service to identify new products, value propositions, and appropriate messaging.
Collaborate with Grace Manufacturing, Quality, and Product Stewardship in support of customer quality agreements, inquiries, and regulatory requests.

Required Skills

Strong Networking and Relationship-building skills – internal and external
Results-oriented and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Knowledge of US FDA Drug Approval Process (i.e. NDA, ANDA, 505(b)(2), etc.)
Knowledge of pharmaceutical industry trends
Negotiation Skills
Proven ability to gain and maintain lasting customer relationships
Proven ability to understand and sell a technical product portfolio
Well organized with strong customer orientation
Excellent listening and teamwork skills
Able to work independently with little guidance

Required Experience

Bachelor’s degree
10+ Years of successful B2B sales experience
Up to 50% of travel required within territory (COVID Permitting)

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s/PhD degree in Organic Chemistry or Pharmacology
Exposure in either Selling or Sourcing for Pharma/ Life Sciences companies
Key Account Management sales experience

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