VP, Principal Consultant - Project Farma

PerkinElmer; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

PerkinElmer/Project Farma is seeking a VP, Principal Consultant to lead strategic consulting engagements, shape market-facing capabilities, and drive significant revenue growth. This role blends deep subject matter expertise with enterprise leadership across global teams.

You will build C-suite relationships, originate complex opportunities, mentor future leaders, and stay billable on active projects to ensure client success and project continuity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Life Science, Engineering or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 20+ years in life sciences, biotech or technical consulting with executive impact.
• Experience leading enterprise-wide initiatives and complex client portfolios.
• Proven consultative selling, pricing strategy, and P&L accountability.
• Strong leadership, influence, and travel willingness.

Responsibilities

• Serve as executive sponsor and strategic advisor on high-impact programs.
• Drive $2M–$3M+ in annual revenue through delivery and origination.
• Lead development of new capabilities, methodologies, and IP.
• Mentor Principal Consultants and develop leadership capabilities.
• Represent consulting in governance forums and cross-functional initiatives.

Skills

Executive leadership

Strategic account planning

Business development

C-suite relationships

Consultative selling

P&L accountability

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Science or Engineering

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

When joining PerkinElmer, you select an experienced and trusted leader in scientific solutions, with the support of a global service network and distribution centers, providing the right solution, at the right time, to meet critical customer needs. With over an 80+ year legacy of advancing science and a mission of innovating for a healthier world, our dedicated team collaborates closely with commercial, government, academic and healthcare customers to deliver our broad portfolio of analytical solutions, and OneSource services.

Job Title

VP, Principal Consultant - Project Farma

Location(s)

Dallas, TX, Houston, TX, Raleigh, NC

Job Description

The Vice President, Principal Consulting is a senior executive responsible for leading the company’s most strategic consulting engagements, shaping market-facing capabilities, and driving significant revenue growth. This role combines deep subject matter expertise with enterprise leadership, commercial acumen, and a mandate to influence the company’s direction. VP-Principal Consultants are accountable for building client trust at the highest levels, originating and converting complex opportunities, and mentoring the next generation of consulting leaders. This role will be expected to be billable on active projects within accounts 100% to maintain visibility, support project launches, and guide executive-level touchpoints.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Client Leadership

Serve as executive sponsor and strategic advisor on high-impact, multi-year client programs. Build and sustain C-suite relationships, ensuring the company is positioned as a long-term partner. Lead strategic account planning and contribute to company-wide client segmentation and targeting strategies.

Commercial Growth & Market Expansion

Personally deliver and influence $2M-$3M+ in annual revenue through direct delivery and opportunity origination. Identify and shape whitespace opportunities, new service offerings, and market entry strategies. Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Practice Leaders to develop go-to-market strategies and thought leadership campaigns.

Practice & Capability Development

Lead the development of new consulting capabilities, methodologies, and intellectual property. Sponsor innovative initiatives that enhance the company’s competitive advantage and delivery excellence. Guide the evolution of consulting practices to align with emerging client needs and industry trends.

Talent Development & Leadership

Serve as a senior mentor and sponsor for Principal Consultants and high-potential talent. Lead succession planning, performance management, and leadership development within the consulting team. Champion a culture of excellence, inclusion, and continuous learning.

Executive Governance & Company Leadership

Participate in executive leadership forums, including strategic planning, investment decisions, and operational reviews. Represent the consulting function in cross-functional initiatives and company-wide transformation efforts. Act as a public ambassador for the company through speaking engagements, and industry leadership.

Experience Required

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Life Science, Engineering, or related discipline (OR a combination of equivalent experience in CQV engineering, cGMP facility start-up, project management and/or comparable military experience). Advanced degree preferred.

Industry Expertise: 20+ years in life sciences, biotech, or technical consulting with a proven track record of executive-level impact.

Strategic Leadership: Demonstrated success leading enterprise-wide initiatives and managing complex client portfolios.

Commercial Acumen: Deep experience in consultative selling, pricing strategy, and P&L accountability.

Innovation & Influence: Recognized thought leader with a history of shaping industry discourse and driving innovation.

People Leadership: Proven ability to build, lead, and inspire high-performing teams across geographies and disciplines.

Other Required: High degree of technical competence and creativity. Travel as necessary for business continuity.

Equal Opportunity & Diversity

PerkinElmer/Project Farma is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.

PerkinElmer/Project Farma is committed to a culturally diverse workforce.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. We will not sponsor applicants for current or future work visas for this position. This position may require significant travel to support project and business needs. We cannot employ anyone with an invalid driver's license.

The annual compensation range for this full-time position is $200,000 - 250,000. The final base pay offered to the successful candidate will be determined by factors including internal equity, work location, as well as individual qualifications, such as job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

PerkinElmer is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.

PerkinElmer is committed to a culturally diverse workforce.

Are you ready to help improve the lives of millions of people and create a healthier world? When you work at PerkinElmer, that's exactly what you'll do. From our dedicated scientists and world-class operations employees to our innovative R&D professionals and committed sales and service groups, we're a unique team of 5,000+ global colleagues who come to work every day knowing we're making a difference. Through innovation, collaboration, and believing in our mission, we strive to create an inspiring and inclusive culture for our employees, so that they can be their best and, together, create a better tomorrow.

Join us today.