Sales Development Representative

VertMarkets, Inc.

Cranberry Township (Butler County)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical/vision/prescription/dental coverage

100% company-paid disability insurance

401(k) with dollar-for-dollar match

Generous vacation and personal days

Job summary

A leading life sciences company is seeking a Sales Development Representative for its Rotational Development Program. This immersive experience will train the next generation of business development professionals through structured rotations across key sales functions. Responsibilities include supporting sales teams, participating in outreach campaigns, and gaining exposure to market strategies. Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree and possess strong communication and analytical skills. This role offers a competitive salary, bonuses, and benefits, including medical coverage and a 401(k) match.

Qualifications

Demonstrated desire to understand client needs and industry dynamics.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to interpret data and identify trends.
Team-oriented mindset with effective collaboration skills.
Commitment to personal and professional growth.

Responsibilities

Participate in structured rotations across business functions.
Develop foundational understanding of client offerings.
Support sales team in prospecting activities.
Contribute to targeted outreach campaigns.
Gain exposure to key client conversations.

Skills

Curiosity and learning mindset

Communication

Analytical thinking

Collaboration

Drive and accountability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, communications, or a related field

Job description

Life Science Connect creates B2B platforms designed to connect life science professionals with the information, people, and organizations that can help them advance their lifesaving and life‑improving therapies. These connection platforms enable the collaboration needed to rapidly bring these therapies to market. Our work is not just about media; it’s about building the crucial connections that drive medical innovation forward. Through strategic content delivery, data‑driven insight, and a platform built for genuine engagement, we help suppliers reach and build relationships with buyers across the full life sciences ecosystem, from early drug discovery through development, clinical trials, manufacturing, and commercialization. By aligning visibility and intent with action, we help clients connect their brand media investment to demand generation and sales pipeline and position themselves to influence the market in ways that create lasting impact.

Position Overview

The Sales Development Representative (Rotational Development Program) is an immersive experience designed to train and develop the next generation of business development professionals. Participants rotate through all key phases of our business development process, learning the market, industry, and our sales process, then studying the basics of new business acquisition and account growth before putting those skills into practice. Progressively, they transition from shadowing and supporting senior team members to managing select accounts and conducting early client outreach calls, gaining a holistic understanding of our sales strategy.

Key Responsibilities

Participate in structured rotations across research, lead generation, outreach, appointment setting, and account engagement functions.
Develop a foundational understanding of Life Science Connect’s platforms, client offerings, and the life sciences ecosystem.
Support sales team members in prospecting and appointment setting activities while learning the best practices of our sales methodology and process.
Contribute to targeted outreach campaigns under the guidance of senior sales leaders.
Gain exposure to key client conversations, strategy development, and performance measurement.
Demonstrate growth in communication, business acumen, and solution alignment through measurable performance milestones throughout the program.

Required Skills and Competencies

Curiosity and learning mindset: Demonstrated desire to understand client needs, industry dynamics, and business development processes.
Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to articulate insights and ideas clearly.
Analytical thinking: Ability to interpret data, identify trends, and translate information into actionable insights.
Collaboration: A team‑oriented mindset with the ability to work effectively with peers and mentors across departments.
Drive and accountability: Commitment to personal and professional growth through feedback and results‑driven learning.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, communications, or a related field.
Commitment to a career in sales, business development, or life science commercialization.
Strong organizational skills and comfort with multitasking in a fast‑paced, learning‑oriented environment.
Prior internship or work experience in marketing, sales, or life sciences preferred but not required.

Why Join Us?

Be a key part of a growing growth team, shaping the future of a proactive and growing company with a profound mission.
Work with a talented, disciplined, and passionate team dedicated to delivering high‑quality solutions that truly make a difference.
The opportunity to make a significant impact on an industry that improves the lives of millions.
Competitive salary, performance‑based bonus, and comprehensive benefits package.

Rotational Focus Areas

Learn the market, our business, our sales process, and our value.
Master the basics of new business acquisition.
Understand the basics of customer growth.
Execute new business acquisition.

Program Benefits and Growth Path

Accelerated development plan combining structured training, mentorship, and real‑world experience.
Clear promotion pathway into Manager, Emerging Growth Accounts upon successful completion.
Exposure to senior leadership, sales enablement tools, and cross‑functional collaboration across marketing, client success, and analytics.
Opportunity to contribute directly to Life Science Connect’s mission to accelerate success for life science professionals and organizations.

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