Senior Account Executive, Sales
About The Position
We are looking for a Senior Account Executive to join our Sales team at BenchSci reporting to the CCO Chief Commercial Officer, where you will play a pivotal role in driving revenue growth by acquiring, retaining, and expanding relationships with high-value customers in the pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors, focusing on complex, enterprise-level accounts while serving as a strategic advisor to both clients and internal teams. Pay range: $120,000 - 160,000 USD We know compensation is an important part of choosing your next role. The range shown reflects our target hiring range, informed by market data, internal equity, and the roleâs current scope. Often the mid-range is where we tend to fall, but individual offers may vary based on experience, skills, and the role scope.
Requirements
- 5+ years of demonstrated success in SaaS or pharmaceutical/life sciences sales, with experience managing complex or enterprise-level accounts.
- Advanced knowledge of SalesForce, HubSpot, and GSuite, with the ability to optimize account management and pipeline processes.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with expertise in crafting compelling presentations and negotiating high-value deals.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to develop creative, data-driven solutions to complex challenges.
- Proven ability to build and sustain long-term relationships with senior-level stakeholders and decision-makers.
- Experience mentoring and guiding team members, contributing to their professional development and overall team success.
- A commitment to continuous learning and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Highly organized and focused on achieving measurable outcomes, with a track record of consistently exceeding sales targets.
Responsibilities
- Lead high-value acquisition, negotiation, retention, and expansion efforts with a focus on enterprise-level accounts in the pharmaceutical and life sciences industries.
- Identify and evaluate strategic opportunities, guiding the sales team in effective lead generation and account targeting.
- Develop and execute quarterly account plans to align client needs with company objectives, ensuring measurable outcomes.
- Collaborate with Scientific Experts to deliver customized presentations and product demonstrations that address specific client challenges.
- Oversee all stages of the sales process, from prospecting to contract execution, ensuring efficiency and delivering exceptional outcomes.
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date CRM data and ensure adherence to sales best practices across the team.
- Provide timely updates on deal progress, pipeline growth, and revenue forecasting through CRM reports and executive summaries.
- Work closely with GTM (Go-To-Market) teams and other departments to develop innovative strategies that drive client success and account growth.
- Share expertise and mentor junior team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing sales culture.
Benefits
- A great compensation package that includes BenchSci equity options
- A robust vacation policy plus an additional vacation day every year
- Company closures for 14 more days throughout the year
- Flex time for sick days, personal days, and religious holidays
- Comprehensive health and dental benefits
- Annual learning & development budget
- A one-time home office set-up budget to use upon joining BenchSci
- An annual lifestyle spending account allowance
- Generous parental leave benefits with a top-up plan or paid time off options
- The ability to save for your retirement coupled with a company match!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
