Director, Business Development

Cosette Pharmaceuticals Inc.•Bridgewater, NJ

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Cosette Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a US-based, fully integrated pharmaceutical company with capabilities in product development, manufacturing, and commercial operations. Cosette has a fast-growing portfolio of branded pharmaceuticals consisting of products in the cardiology, women's health, and migraine markets. Cosette has a long history in quality manufacturing of complex dosage forms including topical creams, ointments, oral liquids/solutions and suppositories, which has led to consistent supply to customers and commercialization success. Cosette has corporate and manufacturing facilities in New Jersey and North Carolina and is supported by more than 300 dedicated employees across all functional areas. Cosette Pharmaceuticals is seeking a highly driven and strategic Director of Business Development to lead growth initiatives across the branded pharmaceutical portfolio. This leader will identify, evaluate, negotiate, and execute strategic partnerships, licensing, and acquisition opportunities to expand Cosette’s presence in key therapeutic areas such as oncology, neurology, cardiology, endocrinology, rheumatology, and women’s health. The role requires a deep understanding of the branded pharma landscape, scientific evaluation, deal-making, and cross-functional leadership.

Requirements

Proven track record of executing branded pharmaceutical deals (preferably mid- to late-stage assets or commercial-stage products).
Deep understanding of branded product lifecycle: clinical development, regulatory approval, market access, and commercialization.
Exceptional communication and leadership skills.
Strong financial and analytical acumen including expertise in DCF, NPV, IRR, and P&L modeling.
Ability to develop and defend commercial forecasts supporting branded products.
Ability to operate independently and manage multiple complex projects in a dynamic environment.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with at least 3 years in branded business development or life sciences investment banking roles.

Nice To Haves

MBA and/or advanced degree in life sciences, pharmacy, or a related scientific discipline preferred.
Experience with U.S. and global markets is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Identify and prioritize branded in-licensing, co-development, M&A, and alliance opportunities aligned with Cosette’s growth strategy.
Lead forecast development of U.S. and global branded product opportunities. Translate internal forecasts into discounted cash flow models and other valuation models as necessary with functionality including but not limited to scenario/sensitivity analysis, deal structuring, and risk-adjusted modeling.
Manage end-to-end transaction processes including timeline management, coordination with external advisors, and oversight of diligence workflows and data rooms. Lead/support deal strategy, term sheet drafting, and contract negotiations. Drive due diligence efforts in collaboration with cross-functional teams (R&D, Regulatory, Commercial, Finance, and Legal).
Evaluate therapeutic and market trends to guide portfolio strategy. Work with internal teams to integrate scientific and commercial insights into pipeline decisions.
Collaborate with internal executive stakeholders to align BD priorities and risk mitigation strategies. Prepare high-quality materials for Board of Directors meetings and external stakeholders, including investment summaries, transaction updates, and strategic analyses.
Serve as a resource and subject matter expert within the BD function. Mentor junior BD staff and support knowledge sharing across the organization.