Director Business Development Pharma
Location: Plainsboro, NJ
Place of work: Hybrid*
Director Business Development Pharma drives pharmaceutical pipeline development, driving mid-to-long term business growth in the Pharma segment. You will work closely with the global and regional marketing and sales teams, the Pharma Segment, and Innovation teams, becoming the Voice of Customer to continuously strengthen the Pharma project pipeline and Value Proposition. The role is accountable for all technical and scientific customer identification, development and support in the phase of pipeline development (pre-launch) and owns pipeline related customer-specific project management activities.
Key responsibilities:

• Further broaden the customer base, prospecting, and lead generation among the pharmaceutical and biotech industries
• Develop thought leadership on scientific, technical, and industry trend-relevant aspects that differentiate and position dsm-firmenich and its offering, including through building a network of scientific & technical experts
• Build an integrated network of relationships with key decision makers and the technical organizations at key customers
• Lead negotiator for commercialization strategy of mid-to-long term customer pipeline projects
• Own revenue targets and market penetration strategy for innovation growth pillars in Pharma, including, as a priority, cannabinoids
• Lead collaboration projects with pharma customers ensuring a speedy execution and proper customer support

*This position is eligible for the DSM Hybrid Working model, spending 2 days per week in the Plainsboro, NJ office and the balance of the week in a home office. Remote location in the eastern or central time zones may be considered.
We bring

• A rich history and a promising future of bold scientific innovation and passionate creation with our customers, in a category of one
• A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset
• The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose
• A flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome
• Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected - regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity
• A firm belief that working together with our customers is the key to achieving great things
• An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future

You bring:

• Minimum 7 years of technical marketing and/or technical sales required
• Experience in pharmaceutical ingredients sales and/or business development required; knowledge of cannabinoids a plus
• Strong project management and presentation skills
• Ability to influence without authority
• Resiliency and self-motivation
• Bachelor's degree required; MBA, PhD or advanced degree a plus

Our recruitment process
Interested in this position? Please apply online by uploading your resume in English via our career portal.
About dsm-firmenich
As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world's growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people.
www.dsm-firmenich.com
dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate: there's a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich.
dsm-firmenich is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. dsm-firmenich people are as diverse as our customers. For us that includes a commitment to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
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