Business Development Executive

About Vitalief  
Vitalief is a consulting and professional services firm that helps clinical research sites, sponsors, and CROs improve trial activation, operational performance, and workforce readiness. Our approach combines clinical research expertise, operational excellence, and business acumen to help teams do more with less.  We enable clients to streamline processes, save time, reduce costs, accelerate results, and ultimately enhance patient outcomes.

As part of our growth, we are seeking a dynamic, driven, and strategic Business Development Executive with a passion for uncovering and solving complex problems and a proven ability to foster relationships and generate new business opportunities in the clinical research space.
 
Why Join Vitalief? Make an Impact: Join a team of real-world practitioners delivering innovative solutions that enhance clinical research performance and clinical trial outcomes. Innovation-Driven: Work at the intersection of clinical research and cutting-edge technology to transform how trials are conducted. People-First Culture: Thrive in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment that fosters continuous learning, personal growth, and professional excellence. Rewarding Compensation: Competitive base salary, performance-based bonus, and equity incentives. Flexible & Remote-Friendly: Primarily remote with occasional travel (up to 20%) to client sites, industry conferences, and team-building events. Ready to make a meaningful impact in the world of clinical research?  Apply now and be part of a team reshaping the future of healthcare.
 
Key Responsibilities: Executive Reporting: Report directly to the CEO and act as a strategic advisor within a high impact, entrepreneurial environment. Business Generation: Identify, develop, and close new business opportunities by introducing Vitalief's consulting and FSP offerings to clinical research clients. Should also be comfortable with promoting technology as a future offering. Client Relationship Management: Cultivate and expand executive-level relationships across sponsors, CROs, and research sites to become a trusted partner. Strategic Account Planning: Create and execute targeted account plans and business development strategies to exceed revenue targets. Solution Selling: Collaborate cross-functionally to understand client challenges and recommend customized solutions that drive measurable impact. Proposal Development: Lead the creation of proposals, presentations, and Statements of Work (SOWs) in collaboration with internal stakeholders. Should be comfortable with negotiating pricing and terms. Industry Engagement: Represent Vitalief at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities to build visibility and drive pipeline growth.  
Qualifications & Experience: 7 or more years of business development experience with a primary focus on selling within the healthcare or life sciences industry.Proven track record of solution-based consulting services or professional services selling in the clinical research industry.  Some experience selling FSP services is a plus. Bachelor's degree required, advanced degree a plus. Demonstrated consultative selling experience is a must, collaborating cross-functionally to understand client challenges and recommend customized solutions that drive measurable impact. Experience working with internal teams to create and deliver value-add solutions business proposals to clients. Proven success obtaining Master Services Agreements (MSAs) and expanding business within existing accounts. Strong executive presence and the ability to build credibility and rapport at all organizational levels. Excellent negotiation, communication, and consultative selling skills. Strategic thinker and creative problem solver with a results-driven mindset. Capable of managing a robust sales pipeline and exceeding revenue and profit goals. Entrepreneurial spirit with a proactive, self-starter attitude that thrives in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment. Proficient in Microsoft Suite of applications (i.e. Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), and experience with CRM tools (i.e., HubSpot, Salesforce). PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working at a computer.  Standing, walking, visual perception, talking and hearing.  Lifting up to 20lbs.  Ability to travel within the U.S.

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