Business Development Manager - Data Strategy and Governance

Cencora, Inc.; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Cencora, a leading company in health innovation, seeks a Business Development Manager for Data Strategy and Governance. This role focuses on nurturing customer relationships in the life sciences sector, driving sales of tailored services, and representing the company at industry events. Ideal candidates will have a background in life sciences or computer science, with experience in sales and consulting services.

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in managing customer requirements and the sales cycle.
• Experience in selling consulting services and software development projects.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales of tailored services across data & IT strategy and governance.
• Oversee the full sales cycle from lead generation to contract closure.
• Represent the company at industry conferences and events.

Skills

Sales

Customer Relationship Management

Data Governance

Advanced Analytics

Education

Degree in Life Science or Computer Science

Job description

Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver on that purpose. If you want to make a difference at the center of health, come join our innovative company and help us improve the lives of people and animals everywhere. Apply today!

Job Details

Position Summary

The Business Development Manager - Data Strategy and Governance plays a crucial role in nurturing and expanding long-term customer relationships with leading life science and pharmaceutical companies. In this dynamic position, you will drive the sales of tailored services across data & IT strategy, data governance, lab informatics, and advanced analytics. This role will be responsible for overseeing the full sales cycle from lead generation to contract closure. Your strategic approach will be key in developing and executing successful sales strategies while representing Cencora at industry conferences and events.

Key Activities

• Support our customers from large life science and pharmaceutical companies
• Responsible for the independent development and expansion of long-term customer relationships
• Sell customized services in the areas of IT and Business consulting or software development
• Control the sales processes, from lead generation to contract closure
• Develop and successfully implement sales strategies
• Represent our company at conferences and events
• Maintain and document opportunities in the CRM system

Required Skills & Experience

• Experience in the field of life science, computer science, or a comparable degree
• Experience in selling consulting services and software development projects
• Several years of experience in managing customer requirements and the sales cycle
• Interest in topics such as Data & IT Strategy, Data Governance, Lab Informatics, and Advanced Analytics
• Experience in the life science and pharmaceutical industry is beneficial
• Fluent in English; additional European language skills are an asset
• Willingness to travel

What Cencora offers

Benefit offerings outside the US may vary by country and will be aligned to local market practice. The eligibility and effective date may differ for some benefits and for team members covered under collective bargaining agreements.

Affiliated Companies

PharmaLex UK Services Limited

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cencora is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or membership in any other class protected by law.

We ensure all recruitment, training, compensation, benefits, promotions, and transfers are non-discriminatory and comply with equal opportunity principles. Reasonable accommodations are provided for individuals with disabilities during the employment process. To request an accommodation, contact us at 888.692.2272 or [e-mail]. Requests are handled on a case-by-case basis. Please note, messages unrelated to accommodation requests will not be responded to.