Sales Account Executive

Title: Account Executive (Life Science)Salary: $70-$90k/yr expected annual compensation $100k+ (uncapped)Schedule: 100% on-site in Westchester, IL (hybrid eventually)Join a Company Ranked in the Top 2% companies nationwide by Clients & Employees for the past 7+ Years – Also Ranked as Best of Staffing for Internal Employee Satisfaction making us a best staffing company to work for.We are rapidly growing and looking for a highly motivated Recruiting Account Executive to help expand our Life Sciences Division and pharmaceutical and medical device client base as part of our employee-owned organization in Westchester, ILWHAT ROLE WILL YOU PLAY?This role will play a key part in the continued expansion of Sterling’s Life Sciences Division, supporting the growth of our pharmaceutical and medical device client base. We are looking for someone excited by building new relationships, opening doors within regulated industries, and helping scale a high-impact vertical within an already successful organization.You’ll work with leadership to identify emerging opportunities, penetrate target accounts, and bring Sterling’s technical recruiting expertise to companies developing life-changing products and technologies.Drive new business within Sterling’s Life Sciences vertical, with a focus on pharmaceutical and medical device organizationsDevelop strategic relationships with decision makers in regulated manufacturing, R&D, quality, medical device, and engineering environmentsDevelop prospect lists, execute a marketing plan, and generate new business.Proven ability to grasp technical/technology concepts as it pertains to functional job requirementsIdentify and engage with client contacts using sales tools and methods (social media, company database, networking events, cold calling, etc.)Conduct business development activities as required to promote Sterling’s service offerings through office visits, presentations and overall communicationPersistence in prospecting activities and maintain or exceed expected key performance indicators (KPI’s)Negotiate mutually beneficial staffing agreements and partnership programsConsistently meet or exceed assigned Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s)Strong communication and interpersonal skillsDriven by the hunt - demonstrate energy, competitiveness, and tenacityConsistent follow up and communication with clients and candidatesClosing and negotiating skills built on honesty and integrityAbility to manage multiple prioritiesAbility to travel and present to all levels of leadershipAbility to grow accounts organically through referrals and new business developmentBachelor’s degree or comparable experience preferredRequirements:Experience selling into the following industries preferred: Medical Device Manufacturing, CMO/CDMO, biotech, pharmaceutical, or other similar organizations Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.