Strategic BD Lead – AI-Driven Healthcare Growth

Syneos Health, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Syneos Health is seeking a Manager of Business Development in the United States to proactively identify and qualify new opportunities within a regional segment. You will manage early engagement with customers end-to-end, from initial identification through sales execution, leveraging AI tools and digital platforms to scale outreach and refine targeting strategies.

You will develop and execute sales strategies aligned with therapeutic priorities, build strong client relationships, and support

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; degree in Business, Marketing, Life Sciences, or related field preferred.
• Experience in a sales, marketing, commercial operations, or business development role in healthcare/CRO industry or transferable skills.
• Results-driven with strong action orientation and ability to move quickly.
• High energy and entrepreneurial mindset with problem-solving skills.
• Strong data orientation with ability to analyze information and adapt strategies.
• Experience using Salesforce or similar CRM tools; strong MS Office skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to travel up to 10-30% for meetings and events.

Responsibilities

• Manages a high volume of early-stage and other opportunities within the regional segment from lead generation through qualification.
• Leverages AI-driven platforms and automation to scale outreach and streamline lead qualification.
• Identifies and qualifies prospective clients for clinical research services.
• Generates and prioritizes sales leads aligned with BD objectives and capabilities.
• Prepares sales processes and proposal development, capturing client perspectives.
• Cultivates client relationships and attends conferences/road shows to drive partnerships.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

Sales experience

CRM tools

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/ Life Sciences or related field

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Office

Job description

Syneos Health is seeking a Manager of Business Development in the United States to proactively identify and qualify new opportunities within a regional segment. You will manage early engagement with customers end-to-end, from initial identification through sales execution, leveraging AI tools and digital platforms to scale outreach and refine targeting strategies.

You will develop and execute sales strategies aligned with therapeutic priorities, build strong client relationships, and support