Business Development Manager
HIRING | BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT – PEPTIDE BUSINESS | EUROPE
Location: Europe
Industry: Pharmaceutical | Peptide Synthesis & Manufacturing
Function: International Business Development | Technical Sales
Latinum HR Solutions is hiring for a leading pharmaceutical organization seeking to expand its international peptide business across European markets.
We are looking for an experienced Technical-Commercial Business Development professional who combines a strong technical understanding of peptide synthesis and manufacturing with proven expertise in B2B sales, client acquisition, and business development. The ideal candidate will be capable of understanding complex technical requirements, engaging with pharmaceutical and biotechnology clients, identifying new business opportunities, and converting technical capabilities into sustainable commercial growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Business Development & Market Expansion: Identify and develop new business opportunities within the European pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life sciences markets, with a focus on peptide-related products and services.
- Client Acquisition: Identify prospective clients, generate leads, initiate business discussions, and develop a strong pipeline of potential customers.
- Technical Sales: Understand peptide synthesis and manufacturing capabilities to communicate technical offerings effectively and align them with client requirements.
- Client Relationship Management: Build, develop, and maintain long-term relationships with pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology firms, and other relevant industry stakeholders.
- Technical Requirement Assessment: Understand client requirements related to peptide synthesis, manufacturing, and associated technical capabilities, and coordinate with internal technical teams to identify suitable solutions.
- Commercial Negotiations: Participate in business discussions, prepare commercial proposals, negotiate terms, and support opportunities through to successful closure.
- Account Development: Strengthen existing client relationships, identify opportunities for repeat business, and expand business within key accounts.
- Market Intelligence: Monitor industry developments, customer needs, competitor activities, and emerging opportunities within the European peptide market.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with technical, manufacturing, and other internal teams to ensure alignment between client expectations and the organization's capabilities.
- Revenue Growth: Contribute to business expansion by developing new accounts, strengthening the sales pipeline, and achieving business development objectives.
Candidate Requirements
- Strong technical understanding of peptide synthesis and peptide manufacturing processes .
- Proven professional experience in B2B Business Development, Technical Sales, or a similar commercial role .
- Relevant experience in peptide business development, peptide manufacturing, API sales, or CDMO business development.
- Exposure to European pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or life sciences markets.
- Experience in identifying new business opportunities and acquiring clients in international markets.
- Strong understanding of technical-commercial discussions involving pharmaceutical products, manufacturing capabilities, and customer requirements.
- Demonstrated ability to develop client relationships, manage key accounts, and convert leads into business opportunities.
- Strong communication, presentation, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to work effectively with technical teams and commercial stakeholders.
- A proactive, growth-oriented approach to market expansion and business development.
Mandatory Criteria
- Technical peptide experience: A sound understanding of peptide synthesis and manufacturing.
- Commercial experience: Proven experience in Sales or Business Development, preferably within peptides, APIs, pharmaceutical manufacturing, or CDMO services.