Senior Director of Business Development – Europe

Location: Remote (Europe-based) | Travel Required

A leading global CDMO is seeking an experienced Senior Director to drive growth and lead strategic business development efforts across the EU region. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic, science-driven organization and build the companies business in the EU.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead regional sales and business development strategy in alignment with company goals.
• Grow the European sales team, including recruitment, training, and performance oversight.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through market research, networking, and direct outreach.
• Manage key client relationships, oversee high-value negotiations, and coordinate facility visits.
• Collaborate with operations to align customer needs with company capabilities and delivery timelines.
• Support marketing efforts, including content development, trade show participation, and digital outreach.
• Maintain CRM records and generate regular sales reports.

Requirements:

• MSc in Chemistry, Biology, Pharmacy, or related field.
• 5+ years’ experience in CMO/CDMO sales
• Proven track record in sales growth and client acquisition.
• Deep understanding of the drug development lifecycle.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and intercultural skills; multilingual capabilities a plus.
• Willingness to travel for client meetings, conferences, and internal events.

Senior Director of Business Development – Europe

Location: Remote (Europe-based) | Travel Required

A leading global CDMO is seeking an experienced Senior Director to drive growth and lead strategic business development efforts across the EU region. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic, science-driven organization and build the companies business in the EU.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead regional sales and business development strategy in alignment with company goals.
• Grow the European sales team, including recruitment, training, and performance oversight.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through market research, networking, and direct outreach.
• Manage key client relationships, oversee high-value negotiations, and coordinate facility visits.
• Collaborate with operations to align customer needs with company capabilities and delivery timelines.
• Support marketing efforts, including content development, trade show participation, and digital outreach.
• Maintain CRM records and generate regular sales reports.

Requirements:

• MSc in Chemistry, Biology, Pharmacy, or related field.
• 5+ years’ experience in CMO/CDMO sales
• Proven track record in sales growth and client acquisition.
• Deep understanding of the drug development lifecycle.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and intercultural skills; multilingual capabilities a plus.
• Willingness to travel for client meetings, conferences, and internal events.