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System One Business Development Manager in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
Job Title: Business Development Manager
Location: Bethlehem, PA 18015
Type: Direct Hire
Overview:
We are seeking a Business Development Manager to support a growing life-sciences services organization expanding its U.S. presence (pharma/biotech-focused). This role is responsible for identifying and developing new business opportunities, building and maintaining senior stakeholder relationships, and partnering closely with internal technical/operations teams to align solutions with client needs
Responsibilities
Identify and develop new business opportunities across pharma and biotech clients
Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders and decision-makers
Partner with internal technical and operations teams to align services with client needs
Support creation of proposals, presentations, and client-facing materials
Stay up to date on market trends, competitive activity, and client demand
Represent the organization at industry events, conferences, and client meetings
Track pipeline activity, client engagement, and overall BD performance
Manage select accounts with a focus on long-term relationship growth
First U.S.-focused hire supporting expansion, ideally based near the Mid-Atlantic region
Approximately 50 percent travel across client sites, trade shows, and industry events
Initial onboarding includes time spent with international teams for training and alignment
Role focused on relationship development and coordination over high-volume sales
Lower deal volume environment with emphasis on quality of engagements over quantity
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Life Sciences, or related field; advanced degree is a plus
5+ years of experience in business development, sales, or strategic partnerships within pharma/biotech
Proven ability to grow and manage client relationships in a technical services setting
Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
Experience working within consultative, relationship-driven sales environments
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System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.