We are currently seeking qualified candidates for a Director of Business Development role with a global contract development and manufacturing organisation. This is a permanent position with responsibility for accounts across Scandinavia and Germany, however as this is a field-based position candidates can be based anywhere in Europe or the United Kingdom.
PURPOSE
This is an exciting opportunity for a talented BD executive to flourish within a high profile position. The individual will be part of a team of business development executives and will be responsible for driving sales from new accounts and existing customers. We are looking for candidates who possess a high level of market awareness, knowledge of drug development and have direct experience of selling in the areas of either Formulation Development, Clinical Manufacturing, Phase I and/or Clinical Pharmacology.
We are seeking a tenacious professional who can self-build a robust business pipeline by spotting project opportunities from direct interactions with pharma and biotech companies. Understanding customers’ needs, building strong relationships and providing tailored solutions are key requisites for this post.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Deliver the territory sales target, through the development and pro-active management of a strong deal pipeline.
- Own and drive the entire business development cycle, from the identification of initial opportunities, through the development of specific proposals, to delivery of a signed contract.
- Quickly develop strong and mutually supportive relationships with internal colleagues (e.g. science, finance, project management).
- Know your territory. Where are the molecules? What stage of development? What will the next opportunity be for us and when?
- Travel frequently to be face-to-face with influencers and decision makers.
- Arrange client visits “solo” or with scientific support to present the Company’s vision, capabilities and expertise and convert client needs to new business.
- Work with Marketing to develop and implement tactical marketing plans for the territory to generate enquires within the territory.
- Develop and extend relationships with existing customers and internal Project Management team to secure repeat business.
- Ensure the clean and efficient hand-over of projects from business development to Project Management and operational delivery.
- Frequent travel within the territory is essential.
EDUCATION, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
- Degree-qualified in a Life Sciences discipline
- Demonstrable track record of successful sales of Formulation Development, Clinical Manufacturing, Phase I and/or Clinical Pharmacology solutions
- A coherent understanding of the drug development process
- A current, fluent knowledge of the marketplace, clients and competitors
- An established network of clients and industry contacts
- Ability to interact at levels ranging from VP’s to Development Team scientists
- Scientifically and commerically astute with an aptitude for thinking “outside the box”
- Self starter with a hunger for new deals and a “can do” attitude
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
- Educated to at least degree standard in a relevant Life Science