Senior Manager, Client Partnerships

Avalere

. Own the relationship and account plan for an assigned set of Core accounts .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $108,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing client relationships and account planning within the life sciences industry, with a strong focus on achieving sales targets and developing compelling proposals. Proficient in utilizing CRM tools and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive business growth and process improvements.

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Life Sciences Industry KnowledgeSalesforce ExperienceProven Sales SuccessProject Management SkillsExcellent Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Sales Strategy DevelopmentProposal DevelopmentAccount ManagementSales Target AchievementContent Management SystemsLearning Management SystemsSales Process ImprovementPipeline PlanningMicrosoft Office SuiteMultitasking and Prioritization

Soft Skills

Teamwork and CollaborationFlexibility in Fast-Paced EnvironmentProactive MindsetOpenness to FeedbackCreative Problem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

SalesforceZoomInfoOutreach.ioLinkedIn

Industry Keywords

Biopharma Decision-MakingMarket AccessClient RelationshipsSales EnvironmentHigh-Performance Sales Organization

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the relationship and account plan for an assigned set of Core accounts
Identify new opportunities within assigned Core accounts, including new buying centers and client needs
Grow repeat business by staying close to client priorities and building on completed work
Bring multiple Avalere practices into accounts where client needs support it
Pursue larger, multi-workstream engagements
Lead aspects of proposal development, including organizing pursuit teams and contributing to pricing strategies
Collaborate with subject matter experts to translate client needs into compelling proposals and solutions
Coordinate opportunity teams to execute account goals efficiently
Complete monthly pipeline plans with the manager and measure progress against quarterly and annual targets
Keep Salesforce current and accurate for every owned opportunity
Use ZoomInfo, Outreach.io, and LinkedIn
Share sales best practices with the team
Share account insight with practice leaders and the Client Partnerships team
Support continuous improvement of sales processes
Represent Avalere at industry events and professional conferences to deepen Core client relationships

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent years of experience
Significant knowledge of the life sciences industry, including how biopharma companies make decisions on policy, evidence, and market access
5+ years’ experience in a high-performance sales organization
Proven success achieving individual sales targets over multiple years
Track record of growing existing client relationships and closing six-figure engagements
Strong understanding of the sales environment, including sales content, tools, and training
Experience with CRM platforms such as Salesforce
Experience with content management and learning management systems
Demonstrated ability to build internal relationships with sales and marketing
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience preparing and proofing documents for senior-level audiences
Ability to be flexible in a fast-paced environment
Ability to multitask and prioritize work streams effectively under deadline
Strong project management skills
Ethical, confident, and creative approach
Commitment to teamwork and collaboration
Proactive mindset and ability to suggest process improvements
Openness to feedback and willingness to coach and teach others
Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
Familiarity with developing and maintaining sales plans and managing multiple initiatives/work streams simultaneously preferred
Candidates without a background in life sciences are unlikely to advance

Benefits

Comp & perks

401K plan with employer match contribution up to 4%, immediately vested
Life insurance
Disability coverage
Medical, dental, and vision plans
Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and remote work
Option to work from anywhere across the globe two weeks each year
20 vacation days
One personal well-being day
9 public holidays
Gifted end-of-year holidays
Early Summer Friday finish in June, July, and August
Free counselling through employee assistance program
Personalized health support
Enhanced maternity, paternity, family leave, and fertility policies
On-demand training and professional development support
Global mobility opportunities across the business
Employee Network Groups and social opportunities
Dedicated homeworker support and resources