What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Development Manager - Gene Therapy CRO position at Michael Page?
- One-stop shop CDMO/CRO in gene therapy with YoY growth
- Seeking a Scientist to move into BD and grow biopharma customer relationships
This client is an established one-stop-shop gene therapy CRO/CDMO which offers plasmids, viral vectors, fill-finish, QC analytical, and AAV manufacturing services with innovative, scalable, and cost-effective solutions. The business has been well established for over a decade with customers in over 30 countries and has found back-to-back growth YoY, particularly in the US.
Job Description
- Responsible for generating new business of the customer base through direct customer visits and flawless project management
- Develop and execute both short- and long-term business development and marketing strategies aimed at achieving the company's growth and profitability objectives.
- Lead high-level business development initiatives, including prospecting, meeting with potential clients, delivering presentations on company capabilities, negotiating contracts, and managing the end-to-end process of onboarding new clients.
- Formulate and implement sales strategies to target organizations for products & services.
- Collaborate closely with the scientific research team to ensure that potential and existing clients receive a seamless and responsive experience throughout the sales cycle.
- Proactively generate new business opportunities through cold-calling, networking, and outreach to prospective clients; maintain strong relationships with existing and past clients.
The Successful Applicant
- Bachelor's degree in molecular biology, biochemistry, immunology, biotechnology, or related field.
- 0-3 years of experience in a Scientist position, specifically within gene therapy or cell, and a high level of technical and professional expertise
- Strong business acumen and ability to generate new business and manage client relationships.
- Competitive base salary for an entry level position.
- Uncapped commission structure with upside.
- Remote with a preference out of SFO. Expected travel on occasion to lab and meet with customers (up to 40%)
- Growth opportunity with upside.
- Strong benefits package.
- Established business which has consistently grown in headcount and revenue over the last few years.
- Strong financial backing and investment - launched a new lab/site in TX.
Quote job ref: JN-032026-6973739