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Synthego

Strategic Account Manager

Synthego, Redwood City, California, United States, 94061

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Base pay range $95,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr

Overview Are you passionate about advancing the future of gene editing and supporting breakthrough biotechnologies? We are seeking a motivated

Strategic Account Manager

to join our growing sales team. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to work directly with our clients to provide innovative solutions, build lasting relationships, and contribute to the growth of our Cell and Gene Therapy business.

What You'll Do

Manage existing client relationships and identify new opportunities for growth within assigned accounts

Promote Synthego’s Research Use Only (RUO), IND enabling, and GMP product portfolios, developing tailored solutions to meet customer needs

Conduct regular prospecting activities to build a strong sales funnel for preclinical and clinical business opportunities

Collaborate with internal teams, including Product, Marketing, Operations, and Quality, to ensure smooth execution and delivery of products and services

Own the sales process from following up with leads, to generating new opportunities, to closing deals, including preparing proposals, handling negotiations, and managing contracts

Provide feedback to product and marketing teams on customer needs and market trends to inform the development of new products and sales strategies

Partner with a Lead Strategic Account Manager to develop and progress GMP opportunities to close if necessary

Develop strong, long-term relationships with clients ranging from bench scientists to senior leadership in the biotech and pharmaceutical industries

Maintain detailed records of sales activities, customer interactions and opportunity management within the CRM system

Leverage emotional and social intelligence to effectively interact with internal and external customers, fostering positive relationships and driving team collaboration across various functions

Learn and evangelize the value proposition of Synthego’s phase appropriate synthetic biology products, supporting and development of cell and gene therapies from the bench to the clinic

Focus on revenue growth, with the goal of establishing Synthego as the primary supplier for genome editing products and services

Continuously build strong relationships with established commercial companies, non-commercial institutions, and universities with cell therapy programs, from bench scientists to senior leadership

Map account structures, including functional areas and key personnel, and identify and manage client profiles critical to closing a deal – influencers, budget owners, decision-makers, executive sponsors, etc

Travel approximately 20% of the time to meet clients and attend relevant industry events

About You

3+ years of experience in account management or sales in biotechnology, life sciences, or a related field

Proven track record of driving revenue growth and building strong client relationships

Familiarity with the cell and gene therapy industry and a working knowledge of CRISPR or other genome editing technologies

Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with experience managing multiple accounts simultaneously

Collaborative mindset and ability to work cross-functionally with internal teams

Bachelor’s degree in a Life Science field or equivalent experience required

Must be based within the United States

Nice to Haves

Experience with selling GMP products or working in a regulated environment

Prior experience with CRISPR or genome engineering technologies

Hands-on research experience in cell biology or a related field

Company Perks & Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401k Program

Paid parental leave

Flexible paid time off

Our Mission Synthego® is a pioneering force in the biotechnology industry, dedicated to advancing the frontiers of CRISPR cell and gene therapies through cutting‑edge CRISPR technology and expertise. Our mission is to provide unparalleled access to CRISPR solutions at scale, empowering applications from Discovery to Clinic. Driven by a visionary approach, we strive to accelerate the therapeutic development process with best‑in‑class CRISPR solutions, simplified licensing & expert guidance, driving the adoption and success of CRISPR‑based therapies to benefit all patients.

Salary offered will be based on experience and location

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