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The Sales Director for Mid-to-Top pharma will lead manage a team of BDs focused on multi-solution, multi-stakeholder engagements with some of the most strategic accounts within PLG’s portfolio. This leader must excel in enterprise selling, strategic account planning, governance, and cross-functional orchestration across PLG’s global teams. The role is critical to protecting and growing PLG’s top global programs and driving significant contribution to overall regional bookings
Job Responsibility:
Team Leadership & Performance Management: Lead, mentor, and develop BDs and SDRs across multiple countries
Set clear KPIs: bookings performance, pipeline coverage (3–5x), customer meetings/week, prospecting volume, account plan completion, and Salesforce hygiene
Conduct weekly pipeline and forecast reviews
ensure accurate CRM updates
Build a collaborative, high-performing culture focused on disciplined execution
Commercial Strategy & Market Expansion: Develop and execute regional go-to-market strategy for mid-to-top pharma accounts
Analyze territory potential, white space, and competitive dynamics to prioritize accounts
Partner with Marketing for targeted campaigns and demand-generation efforts
Align with PLG Executive Partners to position differentiated, value-led offerings
Sales Execution & Governance: Drive new business opportunities across PLG’s solution areas (Regulatory, Quality, PV, Clinical Development, Market Access, Digital, Consulting, Medical Devices)
Oversee complex deal progression from qualification to close
intervene on critical opportunities and RFPs
Ensure compliance with global governance models and champion collaborative selling
Lead strategic deal reviews and support negotiations with Legal and Finance
Client Relationship Management: Build trusted relationships with C-suite and functional heads in large pharma organizations
Maintain proactive engagement with decision-makers and influencers
Ensure PLG is considered a preferred vendor for all relevant RFPs
Partner with SMEs and Executive Partners for compelling proposals and technical excellence
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with VP, Head of Sales – EMEA, SVP Global Sales, and regional GMs on target-setting and strategic priorities
Coordinate with Delivery, Finance, and Legal for contract negotiations and commercial consistency
Contribute to sales training, onboarding, and continuous improvement initiatives
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Life Sciences, or related field
MBA or equivalent preferred
12+ years in life sciences services sales, including 5+ years in enterprise or strategic account leadership
Proven experience selling into global or large regional pharma organizations
Strong understanding of regulatory, clinical, quality, PV, manufacturing, market access, digital, and consulting services
Demonstrated ability to manage complex sales cycles with multiple buying centers
Expert-level forecasting, governance adherence, and pipeline management discipline
Exceptional executive presence and ability to influence senior stakeholders
Strategic mindset with strong execution capabilities