US Business Development Manager for Life Sciences

LiveWords B.V.; Hudson (WI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) plan with match

15 to 28 days paid time off

Job summary

LiveWords B.V. is seeking a US Business Development Manager for Life Sciences based in Hudson, Wisconsin. The role involves driving new business growth within the Pharma and Clinical sectors. Successful candidates will develop strategic sales plans, build strong client relationships, and deliver tailored solutions.

This position requires a BA/BS degree, around 5-7 years of experience in localization sales, and fluency in English and French. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package and a salary range of $100,000 to $120,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in localization sales with Pharma/Clinical expertise.
• Proven track record of new business sales.
• Ability to travel up to 50%.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic sales plans to achieve targets.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Communicate value proposition effectively.

Skills

Localization sales experience

Client-focused solutions

Fluent in English & French

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Education

BA/BS degree or equivalent

Tools

CRM tools

Translation and workflow tools

Job description

US Business Development Manager for Life Sciences

Job Location: Hudson, USA, WI 54016
Contract type: Permanent

Acolad is the global leader in content and language solutions. Its mission is to support companies in every industry to scale across markets and enable growth through cutting‑edge technology and localization expertise. Established in 1995, the group is present in 22 countries across Europe, North America and Asia, with over 1,600 employees supported by a network of +10,000 linguists around the world.

At Acolad, every position is key to our global growth: we know that we will only succeed if our people succeed. Joining Acolad means a unique opportunity for professional development through a collaborative global environment that promotes talent and creativity. We are continuously looking for new talent (like you!) to support our mission to drive growth and innovation across some of the world’s leading brands.

About the role

The Business Development Director is responsible for driving new business growth within the Pharma & Clinical sectors. This includes developing and executing strategic sales plans, building strong client relationships, and delivering tailored solutions that meet customer needs. The role focuses on achieving and exceeding sales targets, expanding the customer base, and positioning Acolad as a leading provider of localization services.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic plan to achieve sales targets and expand our customer base.
• Partner with prospects and customers to understand their business needs and objectives.
• Effectively communicate the value proposition through proposals and presentations.
• Understand category‑specific landscapes and trends.
• Report and act on forces that shift tactical budgets and strategic direction of accounts and prospective accounts.
• Own and hit/exceed annual assigned sales targets for new business growth.
• Build and maintain pipeline to 3 x annual target and keep CRM and associated tools up to date.

Requirements

• BA/BS degree or equivalent.
• 5-7 years of experience as a localization sales executive, sales manager or sales director within the Localization Industry with Clinical and/or Pharma experience.
• Fluent English & French
• Ability to communicate, present and influence all levels of the organization, including executive and C‑level.
• Proven ability to drive the sales process from plan to close.
• Proven ability to position products against competitors.
• Demonstrable experience in net new sales, developing client‑focused, differentiated, and achievable solutions.
• Excellent listening, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Customer centric selling an advantage.
• Experience in creating and selling solutions in the Life Sciences field.
• Advanced knowledge of all aspects of the localization process, including extensive knowledge of translation and workflow tools.
• Ability to travel up to 50%.

Benefits

Acolad offers a comprehensive benefits package. New employees are eligible to receive benefits on the first day of the month after their start date. Highlights of the program include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short‑Term Disability, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account options.
• Many other voluntary options to choose from: Voluntary Life Insurance, Long‑Term Disability, Buy‑Up Short‑Term Disability, Identity Theft, Legal Insurance and Critical Illness Insurance.
• 401(k) plan with 50% match on 12% employee contribution – providing an employer contribution of up to 6%.

In addition to the benefits package, Acolad also offers the following time off:

• Starting with 15 days of paid time off annually, with ability to move to 28 days within five years of tenure.
• Nine paid holidays per year.

The salary considered for this position would be between 100.000$ to 120.000$ per year. This position is eligible for variable compensation in addition to the base salary. Applications for this role will close on February 27th, 2026.

Acolad is committed to creating a diverse and equitable workforce. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms—gender, age, disability, marital status, ethnic or social origin, religion, belief, or sexual orientation—enrich the workplace. It opens opportunities for individuals to express their talents, both individually and collectively, and strengthens our ability to adapt to a changing world. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their backgrounds.