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Business Development Associate

Cone Bioproducts, Seguin, TX, United States


Job Summary
Cone Bioproducts is seeking a dynamic, results-focused Sales & Customer Service Leader (Business Development Associate) to drive revenue growth and support operational excellence. This role combines biotech sales, business development, customer relationship management, and order operations to deliver a seamless customer experience from initial engagement through fulfillment.

The ideal candidate will serve as a key liaison between customers and internal teams, driving new business opportunities while maintaining accuracy, compliance, and exceptional service in a regulated biotech environment.

Key Responsibilities
Sales & Business Development

Drive revenue growth by identifying, pursuing, and closing new opportunities within Invitro Diagnostic, and life sciences sectors

Conduct outbound prospecting, networking, and cold outreach, including face-to-face client visits

Develop and execute territory and account strategies to expand market presence

Build strong, trust-based client relationships through consultative selling

Translate complex scientific concepts into value-driven business solutions

Client Relationship & Customer Experience

Serve as the primary point of contact for customer inquiries and ongoing account management

Cultivate long-term partnerships by understanding customer needs and delivering tailored solutions

Manage client expectations and provide timely updates on orders, scheduling, and product availability to ensure high customer satisfaction.

Accurately enter, review, and manage sales orders within the order management system

Review historical pricing and customer purchase history

Prepare and coordinate documentation, related to within Dept.

Maintain organized physical and electronic sales records

Ensure compliance with internal procedures, ISO standards, and regulatory requirements

Approve orders, pricing, and shipment details

Track and document customer complaints, feedback, and resolutions

Customer Communication & Support

Respond to inbound calls, emails, and sales inquiries professionally and efficiently

Process customer orders, including verbal and written requests

Provide documentation such as:

Certificates of Analysis (COA)

Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)

Lead times and product availability

BHR and quality-related documentation

Deliver clear, accurate, and timely communication to ensure a positive customer experience

Order Fulfillment & Operations Support

Prepare and review packing lists for accuracy

Monitor order status and proactively communicate updates

Perform inventory checks and coordinate with internal teams

Partner with warehouse, production, QA/QC, and sales teams to ensure timely and accurate fulfillment

Maintain and update CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce) with accurate customer and sales data

Track leads, opportunities, and follow-up activities

Manage pipeline visibility and sales forecasting

Prepare proposals, quotes, and follow-ups to drive deal conversion

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

Collaborate with scientific, production, quality, and operations teams to meet customer needs

Bridge technical discussions between clients and internal teams

Support audits, documentation reviews, and compliance initiatives

Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction

Qualifications

2+ years of experience in sales, customer service, or order management (biotech/life sciences preferred)

Strong communication, organization, and multitasking skills

Self-motivated with a results-driven mindset

Experience with CRM systems (Salesforce a plus) and Microsoft Office

Familiarity with regulated environments (QA/QC, ISO, FDA) and order fulfillment is a plus

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or related field preferred

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Results-driven with strong business and sales acumen

Customer-focused with consultative selling skills

Ability to translate technical information into clear value propositions

High level of integrity and professionalism

Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

On-site role based in Seguin, TX

Occasional travel for client meetings and industry events

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and company holidays

Cone Bioproducts is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

If you are passionate about biotechnology and enjoy building relationships while delivering exceptional service, we encourage you to apply.

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