Allerton Bishop is delighted to present an opportunity with a global Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisation (CDMO) to appoint a Business Development Director. This is a key commercial leadership role responsible for driving strategic growth across the company’s pharmaceutical manufacturing and development services division, building long-term partnerships with clients worldwide.
The Business Development Director will play a pivotal role in expanding the company’s commercial footprint by identifying new business opportunities, developing strategic alliances, and overseeing key client relationships across both development and manufacturing services.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the global business development strategy across pharmaceutical and consumer healthcare markets.
- Identify, engage, and secure new clients for pharmaceutical development, manufacturing, and packaging services.
- Strengthen existing partnerships through proactive account management and long-term relationship building.
- As the Business Development Director, you will collaborate with Technical, Operations, and Project Management teams to ensure seamless proposal delivery and project execution.
- Lead commercial negotiations, pricing strategies, and contract finalisation in alignment with corporate objectives.
- Provide market insights and competitor intelligence to shape growth strategies and investment decisions.
- Represent the organisation at global industry events, conferences, and trade shows.
Your Background
- Proven track record in business development or commercial leadership within a CDMO or pharmaceutical manufacturing organisation.
- Strong track record of selling manufacturing or development services is required.
- Previous experience of pharmaceutical contract manufacturing is highly desirable.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and strategic thinking skills.
- Degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Business, or a related field; an advanced degree is advantageous.
- Ability to travel internationally as required.
Keywords
Business Development Director | CDMO | Contract Manufacturing | Contract Development | Pharmaceutical | Commercial Director | Account Director | New Business Development | Formulation | CMC | non-sterile liquid manufacturing | Liquid pharmaceutical manufacturing | R&D services | semi-solid manufacturing