Business Development Manager - US
About The Position
PolyPeptide is seeking a Business Development Manager or Senior Business Development Manager to drive growth across the US market. This high-impact, client-facing role focuses on building strategic partnerships and developing new business in peptide development and manufacturing. The position may be hired at the Manager or Senior Manager level, depending on experience and track record. The role is responsible for growing PolyPeptide’s pipeline of development and commercial manufacturing projects by building relationships with biotech and pharmaceutical clients. The Business Development Manager serves as a trusted partner, guiding customers through the CDMO landscape and positioning PolyPeptide as a partner of choice. The role is remote on the East Coast and requires approximately 50% travel to meet clients and expand the network.
Requirements
- For the Business Development Manager level: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a scientific or related field.
- For the Business Development Manager level: 3–5+ years of experience in pharma, biotech, or a CDMO/CRO environment.
- For the Business Development Manager level: Exposure to commercial or client-facing roles.
- For the Senior Business Development Manager level: 5+ years of proven success in CDMO/CRO or life sciences business development.
- For the Senior Business Development Manager level: Strong track record of closing complex deals and managing key accounts.
- For the Senior Business Development Manager level: Deep understanding of the drug development lifecycle and outsourcing strategies.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Strong consultative sales approach and ability to navigate complex organizations.
- Ability to translate technical solutions into business value.
- Highly driven, self-motivated, and results-oriented.
- Comfort working in a global, matrixed organization.
- Willingness to travel approximately 50% to meet clients and grow a network.
Nice To Haves
- For the Senior Business Development Manager level: Master’s or PhD in Life Sciences, Chemistry, or a related field is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Drive new business development across US-based biotech and pharmaceutical clients.
- Identify, pursue, and close opportunities for custom development and commercial manufacturing projects.
- Build and execute territory and account plans to grow revenue and pipeline.
- Develop client relationships and act as a strategic partner and advisor.
- Lead client interactions, including presentations, site visits, and negotiations.
- Collaborate with Technical, Project Management, Operations, and Finance teams.
- Manage opportunities through the full sales lifecycle, including CRM tracking and forecasting.
- Represent PolyPeptide at industry conferences, trade shows, and networking events.
Benefits
- Opportunity to work in a high-growth, high-demand segment of the pharmaceutical industry.
- Work with innovative clients developing cutting-edge therapies.
- Join a global commercial team with technical and operational support.
- Direct impact on revenue growth and strategic partnerships.
- Opportunity to grow into senior commercial leadership roles.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
