Regional VP, Strategic Accounts - Europe

Mindlance; Emeryville (CA); Remote; USD 170,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing life sciences company is seeking a Regional VP, Strategic Accounts for Europe. This remote role requires strong business development skills and a deep understanding of the biopharma industry. Candidates should have over 7 years of experience, strong negotiation skills, and a proven track record in sales. Excellent communication skills are essential, along with a willingness to travel across the U.S. and Europe. The compensation includes a base salary of $170,000 to $190,000 plus equity and benefits.

Benefits

Retirement Plan (401k)

Stock Option Plan

Paid Time Off

Family Leave

Life Insurance

Pet Insurance

Fully stocked break room with food, snacks and beverages

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in business development or sales within the biopharma industry.
• History of achieving or exceeding sales targets and managing client relationships.
• Strong network of contacts in the life sciences and biopharma industry in Europe.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities across Europe.
• Develop and execute regional sales strategies aligned with company goals.
• Maintain strong relationships with key decision makers in biotech and pharmaceutical sectors.

Skills

Business Development

Sales Management

Negotiation Skills

Relationship Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, life sciences

MBA or advanced degree

Tools

SalesForce.com or similar CRM

Job description

Regional VP, Strategic Accounts - Europe

Remote

Slingshot Biosciences is a fast-growing life sciences company with a platform technology and paradigm-shifting mission to make precision-engineered cell mimics the gold standard for all cell-based assay controls. We are transforming cell-based applications with the most robust, scalable, and reproducible controls available, including TruCytesTM Biomarker controls, SpectraComp compensation controls, ViaComp cell health controls, and FlowCytes instrument controls.

Our TruCytes cell mimics precisely replicate real cells’ optical and biochemical properties - without the sourcing, quality, or cost challenges of traditional controls. Trusted in cell-based applications across cell therapy, drug development, and diagnostics, they empower process and analytical development, quality control, potency assessments, multi-site validations, clinical research studies, and assay development and validation.

Slingshot is seeking motivated, creative team members who think outside the box. We empower employees to own their work, contribute ideas quickly, and improve processes. Come join our cross-disciplinary and world-class team that is delivering game-changing solutions for cell-based applications!

Learn more about Slingshot and what we do:

See what Cell Mimics can do

About Slingshot Biosciences

Location : Europe. This position is Remote.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities across Europe to meet or exceed sales targets.
• Develop and execute regional sales strategies that align with overall company goals.
• Build a strong pipeline of prospective clients through networking, cold outreach, and lead generation activities.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key decision makers in the biotech, life sciences, diagnostics, and pharmaceutical sectors, leveraging industry knowledge and expertise to navigate complex consultative sales opportunities to drive sales initiatives
• Conduct sales presentations to prospective clients, showcasing the value of Slingshot Biosciences’ solutions.
• Manage and grow relationships with existing clients in Europe to drive repeat business and ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring their needs are met and challenges are addressed.
• Identify opportunities for upselling and cross-selling additional products and services to existing clients.
• Develop in-depth knowledge of the European market, industry trends, and key competitors.
• Attend regional industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities to build brand awareness and foster relationships with potential clients.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, life sciences, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in business development or sales within the biopharma industry
• Proven history of achieving or exceeding sales targets and successfully managing client relationships.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills; ability to translate complex solutions into compelling value propositions.
• Strong network of contacts in the life sciences and biopharma industry in Europe.
• Willingness to travel across the East Coast of the U.S. and Europe to meet with clients and attend industry events as necessary.
• Experience with SalesForce.com or similar CRM
• In-depth knowledge of biotech trends surrounding CGT and experience selling into key accounts.
• Experience structuring and closing complex sales (custom products, solutions, services) into the biopharma sector with a demonstrated track record of success (multi-year agreements)

Nice-to-Have (but not required):

• Knowledge of Flow cytometry usage in Cell therapy processes
• Startup experience strongly recommended

Salary and Benefits:

The base salary range for this full-time position is between $170,000 - $190,000 + equity + benefits.

Our salary ranges are calculated by role and level. Your position within that range will be determined by your job-related knowledge, skills, experience, relevant education, and training/certifications.

• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Stock Option Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Family Leave
• Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Fully stocked break room with food, snacks and beverages