As a leading global contract research organization (CRO) with a passion for scientific rigor and decades of clinical development experience, Fortrea provides pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device customers a wide range of clinical development, patient access and technology solutions across more than 20 therapeutic areas. With over 19,000 staff conducting operations in more than 90 countries, Fortrea is transforming drug and device development for partners and patients across the globe.

Summary of Responsibilities:
• Achieves annual sales plan and sales targets for assigned accounts through proactive sales activity and networking with assigned potential and existing accounts.
• Establishes nurtures and grows client relationships at the appropriate levels.
• Develops account plans and partnerships with key accounts and strategic partners.
• Sells the business unit’s capabilities and differentiation frameworks.
• Recognizes and communicates sales opportunities for other business units.
• Uses SFDC to manage internal communication and document territory and client information as required for the business unit.
• Responsible for Opportunity Management and accurate pipeline forecasting.
• Collaborates effectively with sales executives from other Fortrea units to bring potential opportunities to their attention and to identify and win multi-unit projects.

• Assists in determining margins and pricing with Client Services.
• Identifies specific client needs that can be developed into new opportunities both within the business and for other Fortrea business units.
• Acts as a coach and mentor to AE’s within sphere of influence.
• Proactively shares best practices with broader sales teams and assists in Zone meeting training.
• Analyzes industry sources to identify business opportunities and leverage Fortrea relationships for prospective clients.
• Manages strategic accounts and complex sales.
• Coaches staff on interpretation of a RFP/quote/protocol.
• Performs quality control activities for peers and less experienced staff.
• Develops and establishes long-term account plans.
• Leads and negotiates business unit based MSA’s and preferred provider agreements.

Qualifications (Minimum Required):

• Bachelor’s degree in life science or business field preferred.
• Advanced industry knowledge.
• Demonstrated client retention skills,
• Ability to manage difficult client and/or financial situations.
• Strong working relationship with internal Fortrea management and site leadership.

Experience (Minimum Required): 
• 5+ years of sales (or relevant) experience selling services directly to the pharmaceutical and biotech section with direct interaction with mid-level and executive-level decision-makers

Fortrea is actively seeking motivated problem-solvers and creative thinkers who share our passion for overcoming barriers in clinical trials. Our unwavering commitment is to revolutionize the development process, ensuring the swift delivery of life-changing ideas and therapies to patients in need. Join our exceptional team and embrace a collaborative workspace where personal growth is nurtured, enabling you to make a meaningful global impact. For more information about Fortrea, visit www.fortrea.com.

Fortrea is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:

As an EOE/AA employer, Fortrea strives for diversity and inclusion in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications of the individual and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy or other medical conditions/needs), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. We encourage all to apply.

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