Sales Project Manager – Life Sciences

-Job description:

About the job

About Us:

Novoptim is a Life Science sales and marketing services company, specializing in supporting innovative startups and established companies (US- and EU-based) as they launch groundbreaking technologies and expand their presence in the European market. We act as an extension of our clients' commercial teams, turning innovation into commercial success across Europe.

We are now looking for a Sales Project Manager to strengthen our team in Paris.

Why Join Us?  

Joining Novoptim means being part of a fast-growing, entrepreneurial team where your voice counts and your impact is visible. You’ll work on exciting technologies that are transforming the Life Science industry, and you’ll be supported by a collaborative culture that values learning, autonomy, and results. If you're passionate about science and thrive on making things happen, this is your place.

Your Role

As a Sales Project Manager, you will be the central point of contact for your clients while coordinating and driving the internal team dedicated to their projects. You will ensure operational excellence, strengthen client satisfaction, and support commercial growth by driving the sales pipeline and closing engagements.

What You Will Do

Drive Commercial Execution for Clients

  • Lead projects where Novoptim manages the full sales cycle on behalf of clients.
  • Engage prospects, qualify opportunities, advance deals through the pipeline, and close commercial agreements.
  • Ensure each client’s sales process is understood and applied across the project team.

Coordinate the Project Team

  • Work closely with the marketing consultant, inside sales, and sales consultants assigned to your projects.
  • Align activities across marketing, prospecting, and sales so that opportunities move efficiently through the pipeline.
  • Translate project priorities into clear actions and maintain steady commercial momentum.

Strengthen Sales Capabilities

  • Guide the team in opportunity management and sales best practices.
  • Support junior profiles in developing their ability to manage and progress deals.
  • Contribute to continuously improving our sales approach and methodologies.

Ensure Project Performance & Client Satisfaction

  • Monitor KPIs, pipeline progression, and commercial outcomes.
  • Communicate regularly with clients, providing clear updates and recommendations.
  • Ensure results, timelines, and expectations are met with professionalism and consistency.

Experience & Skills

  • A scientific background (Master’s degree or PhD) with a strong understanding of the Life Sciences sector.
  • 4-5 years of experience in a sales role (BD, account management, commercial role).
  • Ability to work in a demanding and fast-paced environment.
  • Fluent English.
  • Ability to interact confidently with senior-level and international stakeholders (C-level).
  • Excellent communication and client relationship-building skills.
  • Organized, rigorous, and structured.
  • Team-oriented with natural leadership and ability to motivate others.
  • Analytical, solutions-driven, and adaptable.
  • High commitment, resilience, and strong active listening.

What We Offer

  • The opportunity to work with innovative Life Science companies across Europe.
  • Exposure to strategic and operational commercial activities.
  • A dynamic, fast-growing environment with strong learning and development opportunities.
  • The ability to make a visible impact on clients and the market.

Send your CV and a short cover letter to clara@novoptim.com

-company

Novoptim

-missions

-Account Manager

-work arrangement

-Hybrid

-Main language(s)

-French, -English