Business Development Representative

Founded in 1993 in Illinois, Benchmark Products provides innovative solutions and products to support life science manufacturers in delivering high-quality therapies to patients. The company is ISO 9001:2015 certified and offers state‑of‑the‑art ISO Class 7 Cleanroom facilities. With a commitment to exceptional quality, Benchmark Products serves over 500 life science customers, providing value‑added services such as custom kitting, single‑use fluid handling assemblies, product irradiation, and sterile product quality assurance.

This is a full‑time, on‑site role (4 days) for a Business Development Representative based in Lincolnshire, IL. The representative will be responsible for generating leads, identifying business opportunities, building relationships with prospects, and contributing to sales goals. Day‑to‑day tasks include conducting market research, initiating outreach to prospective clients, managing customer relationships, and supporting sales and strategic business development initiatives. The role requires proactive communication and collaboration with internal teams to align on goals and strategies.

This role is compensated with base salary and commission, with on‑target earnings of $100k.

• Prospecting and Lead Generation:
  Identify potential customers through research, cold calling, networking, and referrals. Utilize various tools and platforms to find leads, initiate contact, build interest and schedule meetings.
• Client Engagement:
  Engage with prospects to understand their needs, educate them about the company’s products or services, and present solutions that align with their requirements.
• Sales Reporting and Analysis:
  Keep accurate records of sales activities, including calls, emails, and meetings, using CRM (Customer Relationship Management) software. Analyze sales data to identify trends, assess performance, and make strategic recommendations for improvement.
• Collaboration:
  
  Collaborate with other members of the sales team, as well as marketing, customer service, and product development departments, to optimize sales strategies, share insights, and contribute to the overall growth and success of the business.
• Continuous Learning:
  Stay informed about industry trends, market developments, and competitor activities to maintain a competitive edge and enhance sales effectiveness. Continuously improve selling techniques and product knowledge through training and professional development opportunities.

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 6+ months of experience working as an inside sales, sales/business development role or account management capacity.
• Ability to effectively understand customer needs while identifying and capitalizing on sales opportunities.
• Ability to communicate professionally with internal and external customers.
• Must have a customer‑centric approach, be persistent, and have a results‑driven mindset.
• Proficiency in CRM systems. Salesforce is a plus.

Entry level

Full‑time

Sales and Business Development

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing