Job ID: 2025-4238 Type: Regular Full-Time # of Openings: 1 Category: Sales and Marketing Cambrex - Agawam
Overview
The Account Manager will act as a liaison between the client and the operations team to effectively communicate expectations and foster relationships. This role will assist in customer relations and daily activities to effectively service client accounts and maintain quality service levels. The person selected this role must live in Massachusetts, Connecticut or New Hampshire and live within a 120-mile distance from the Agawam, MA location.
Responsibilities
Assists in technical reviews of proposals, protocols, procedure as needed
Ability to analyze customer requirements to initiate technical proposals within SalesForce
Attends and works at professional association meetings and trade shows as needed
Establishes productive, professional relationships with key personnel in assigned customer accounts to source new diversified business opportunities
Manages accounts, contacts and quotes, etc. in the CRM and keep CRM information current
Communicates effectively with internal personnel, as well as external customers
Builds teamwork within department and all other company departments
Represents department and the organization favorably and in accordance with established Company standards and associate attributes at all times
Accepts, completes and reports on special assignments within the agreed upon timeframe
Manages communications surrounding project setup, oversight of sample receipts, monitoring project status and ensuring that samples are collected, analyzed, documented and reported in conformance with client requirements
Routinely contacts clients to clarify any discrepancies with received samples, test request forms (TRF), and all associated documentation needed to ensure expedient sample submission
Works directly with Accounts Receivable to ensure timely payments and to keep accounts current.
Schedules meetings with the client and Cambrex SME to define details of the scope of work requested and assists with preparing and sending routine proposals to the client to achieve monthly, quarterly and EOY goals as defined by Avista Management
On occasion, participates in on-site meetings at customer sites and/or the Agawam, MA office location.
Uses solution selling techniques to leverage customer relationships to add additional lines of opportunity
Defines and mediates project schedules and scope of work through communication with the client, operations and management; may lead projects based on department need
Creates, oversees and follows through with the customer on project deliverables by communicating and submitting project status reports to the customer and Cambrex Management to ensure customer satisfaction.
Responsible for communication of scheduling sample preparation, analysis activities based on customer’s requests and conveying SME interpretation of data on final reports to customers
Follows all policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and promote cooperation and teamwork among staff
Trains other departmental and Cambrex staff as needed
Other duties as assigned by Management
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s Degree with 3+ years client service experience in general and at least 3+ years in a pharmaceutical environment or similar industry
Required Knowledge
Basic understanding cGMP requirements and scientific terminology
Understands the importance of following all company SOPs · Strong problem-solving abilities
Requires strong project management and client services skills to build and maintain client relationships
Knowledge of business English, correspondence formats, spelling and grammar sufficient to proofread materials and to ensure the accuracy and completeness of written communications
Required Skills / Abilities:
Detail-oriented, organized and applies effective time management skills in order to meet all deadlines
Able to successfully prioritize and manage multiple tasks and numerous projects in a fast-paced environment
Workable Salesforce experience · Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, and Internet with experience working with various templates and styles
Ability to work independently, complete assignments and resolve problems
Able to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing to all levels of people inside and outside the organization, including possessing good English speaking skills, fluency and understandability
Understand and maintain confidential nature of customer, organization and employee information
Able to read work-related documents and understand instructions and reports
Able to understand client services role in current business model and work with interdependencies of microbiology, analytical and clean room services
Communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing with clients and other employees.
Goal-oriented, with ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and numerous projects in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work in a regulated environment (FDA/DEO/OSHA) and strictly follow procedures
Ability to clearly and concisely document all work activities in a timely manner utilizing existing forms and records; writes legibly
Perform basic math functions to include product accountability and material adjustment calculations and rounding; possesses basic computer skills
Must adhere to attendance policy of Cambrex: expected to arrive for shift on time and contact management immediately if unable to attend work for any period of time · Ability to work effectively within a team environment
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.