Business Development Associate

<p style="text-align:justify"> </p><p><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif">Work Your Magic with us! <span style="color:#ffffff">Start your next chapter and join MilliporeSigma.</span></span></span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif">Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.  </span></span></p><p> </p><p><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif">This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US. </span></span></p><p> </p><br><p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><strong>Your Role:</strong></span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">We are seeking a proactive Business Development Associate to provide flex coverage for Business Development Managers (BDMs) nationwide, support high-demand regions, and pursue new business opportunities. This role combines inside sales, lead qualification, account hunting, and regional sales support to drive new client acquisition, expand existing accounts, and grow market share in analytical, biosafety, release, and characterization testing services. The ideal candidate blends scientific fluency with consultative selling.</span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Key Responsibilities</span></p><ul style="margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;" type="disc"><li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Provide flex coverage for BDMs across the country during vacations, sick leave, or peak workloads to ensure consistent pipeline and customer outreach.</span></li><li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Qualify inbound leads and conduct proactive outreach to hunt for new accounts, focusing on analytical, biosafety, release, and characterization testing services.</span></li><li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Develop and execute a territory strategy to drive new client acquisition and expand existing accounts; monitor and adjust plans based on market feedback and performance data.</span></li><li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Collaborate with technical Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and project managers to position high-value testing solutions and guide clients through the full sales cycle from initial contact to close.</span></li><li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Support defined regions with targeted outreach, pipeline generation, and localized messaging to improve win rates.</span></li><li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Maintain accurate and up-to-date CRM records (lead status, next steps, contact notes, and opportunity details).</span></li><li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Assist with quick-response quotes, RFI/RFP responses, and coordinating cross-functional resources to accelerate deal velocity.</span></li><li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Travel as needed to support regional coverage and customer meetings.</span></li></ul><p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt 0.25in; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><strong>Who You Are</strong></span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><strong>Minimum Qualifications:</strong></span></p><ul style="margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;" type="disc"><li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Virology, or a related life science discipline.</span></li><li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">1+ years of experience in B2B sales, technical sales, or client-facing roles within life sciences — ideally in contract lab services, CROs, or CDMOs.</span></li></ul><p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><strong>Preferred Qualifications:</strong></span></p><ul style="margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;" type="disc"><li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Strong familiarity with GMP/GLP testing and regulatory frameworks (e.g., FDA, EMA) in support of IND/BLA submissions.</span></li><li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Self-starter with a proven track record of territory development, customer engagement, and revenue growth.</span></li><li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Strong communication skills</span></li><li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Experience working with or selling to emerging biotech and venture-backed startups.</span></li><li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Desire to move to Business Development Manager</span></li><li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Familiarity with viral vector manufacturing, biosafety testing (e.g., sterility, mycoplasma, endotoxin, adventitious agents), and cell characterization assays.</span></li><li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Comfortable operating in a remote, matrixed commercial team environment.</span></li><li style="margin-top: 0in; margin-right: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Proficient in CRM tools, Salesforce reporting, and sales pipeline management.</span></li></ul><p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Pay Range for this position: $54,400-$81,600.</span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses. Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites. For more information click <a href="https://careers.emdgroup.com/us/en/benefits" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>here</strong></a>.</span></p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 115%; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"> </p><br><p style="text-align:justify"> </p><p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif"><strong>What we offer:</strong> We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!</span></span></p><p style="text-align:justify"> </p><p style="text-align:justify"><span style="font-size:12.0px"><span style="font-family:Verdana, Geneva, sans-serif">Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!</span></span></p>

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