Account Manager - St. Louis
Remote, St Louis, MO
- Job ID
- R-547009
- Category
- Sales
- Location
- St Louis, Missouri
Build a sales career where performance, growth and patient impact move forward together
At BD, Sales professionals own territories, build trusted relationships with healthcare decision-makers and drive adoption of solutions that shape customer and patient outcomes. As one of the largest global medical technology companies, BD offers the scale, reach, and innovation footprint to help you make an impact across healthcare systems worldwide. You’ll combine clinical understanding with commercial strategy to deliver value for customers – and results that move your career forward.
Whether you bring deep MedTech experience or a strong sales foundation from another industry, BD offers robust commercial tools, including training, coaching, and data-driven insights, development and support to help you win in complex environments – with clarity on expectations, accountability for results, and opportunities to grow.
We are the people who give possibilities purpose
BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.
Job Description
Position Summary
Own the market. Shape the strategy. Deliver measurable impact.
At Waters, Account Managers areterritory leaders—operatingat the intersection of commercial excellence, strategic thinking, and customer partnership. You will own your territory as a business, driving growth through a combination ofnew business development, market insight, and trusted relationships.
This role requires more than execution. It demands the ability to understand complex customer environments, navigate networks, position differentiated solutions, and convert opportunity into sustained growth.
You will be expected to win—consistently and competitively—while building credibility as a partner to scientific and business stakeholders. This is ahigh-performance, high-accountability environmentwhere results matter, and how you win matters just as much.
Role Purpose
As part of the Waters Biosciences division, drive sustainable territory growth by developing new business, expanding existing accounts, and delivering integrated, solution-based value across the full Waters portfolio.
Act as thestrategic owner of the territory, aligning customer needs, market dynamics, and internalexpertiseto achieve commercial success.
Key Responsibilities
Territory & Business Leadership
Develop and execute acomprehensive, data-driven territory strategy
Identifymarket opportunities, whitespace, and growth vectors
Own territory performance, includingrevenue, pipeline, and forecast accuracy
Business Development & Pipeline Generation
Proactivelycreate, qualify, and advance new opportunities
Build andmaintainarobust, balanced pipeline
Compete effectively towin new business and displace incumbents
Account Management & Relationship Expansion
Build and expandmulti-level relationshipsacross customer organizations
Map stakeholder networks and navigate complex decision-making environments
Leverage relationships to drivelong-term account growth and retention
Solution Selling & Value Creation
Deliverconsultative, insight-led engagementwith customers
Position integrated solutions acrossinstruments, consumables, services, and software
Translate technical and scientific needs intoclear commercial outcomes
Opportunity & Deal Execution
Lead opportunity strategy fromqualification through close
Manage complex deal cycles with discipline and precision
Negotiate effectively to achieve strong commercial outcomes
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner withTechnical Sales Specialists, Application Scientists, Service, and Strategic Accounts
Align internalexpertiseto delivercoordinated, high-value solutions
Act as thecentral pointof orchestration for customer engagement
Market & Competitive Intelligence
Maintain deep understanding ofterritory dynamics, customer needs, and competitive landscape
Position Waters solutions effectively to differentiate and win
Provide insights to inform broader commercial strategy
What Success Looks Like
Consistently meets or exceedsterritory revenue and growth targets
Builds and converts ahigh-quality, scalable pipeline
Wins competitive opportunities and expands market share
Develops strong, trusted customer relationships that drive long-term value
Demonstrates clearmarket insight and strategic account planning
Maintainshigh standardsofforecast accuracy and execution discipline
Recognized as atrusted partner internally and externally
Qualifications & Experience
Required
Bachelor’s degree in Science, Business, or related field
3–5+ years of sales or commercial experience
Proventrack recordofmeeting or exceeding revenue targets
Experience managing customer relationships and driving growth
Ability to managemultiple complex opportunities simultaneously
Willingness to travel within assigned territory
Preferred
Experience in life sciences, diagnostics, healthcare, or related industries
Experience withcapital equipment and/or solution-based selling
Familiarity withFlowCytometryandlaboratory environments
Experience engaging technical and executive stakeholders
Proficiencywith CRM platforms (e.g., Salesforce) and analytics tools
Core Competencies
Strategic Territory Management
Business Development & Hunting
Consultative / Solution Selling
Relationship & Network Building
Market & Competitive Acumen
Opportunity & Pipeline Management
Negotiation & Closing
Cross-Functional Leadership
Work Environment & Travel
Field-based role requiring regular customer engagement
Travel up to ~50–60% within assigned territory
Why Waters
Watersplaysa critical role in advancing scientific discovery and improving human health. Ourteamspartner with leading organizations across Pharma, Biotech, Academic, and Government sectors to solve complex challenges.
As part of Waters, you will:
Work with ahighly differentiated, market-leading portfolio
Partner withworld-class technical experts and teams
Engage withcutting-edgescience and leading institutions
Be empowered toown your business and drive meaningful impact
Who Thrives in This Role
Individuals who takeownership and accountability for outcomes
High performers motivated byachievement, competition, and growth
Strategic thinkers who translate insights into action
Relationship builders who createlasting customer partnerships
Professionals whooperatewith discipline, resilience, and focus
Who This Role Is Not For
Those who prefer low-accountability or highly structured environments
Individuals who rely solely on inbound opportunities
Transactional sellers who do not build long-term customer value
Candidates uncomfortable with performance-driven expectations
Equal Opportunity
Waters is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building an inclusive workplace that empowers all employees to thrive.
At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.
For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.
Why Join Us?
A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s also a place where we help each other be great, we do what’s right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.
To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.
To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers
Why Join Us?
To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.
We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.
To learn more about BD visithttps://bd.com/careers.
Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
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Success Profile
What sets our top Sales performers apart? You’re likely to thrive in BD Sales if you are:
- Results driven
- Problem-solver
- Competitive
- Collaborative
- Persuasive
- Adaptable
Ready for your next challenge?
Discover what it’s like to build a meaningful career in Sales at BD. Hear from Richard Kent about why a Sales career at BD is both unique and rewarding – from building trusted partnerships with healthcare providers to bringing innovative solutions to life and seeing their real-world impact. You’ll also get a glimpse into the robust training, coaching, and development resources that BD provides to help you build and advance your career.
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