Vaccines Business Development Director (m/f/d)

Director of Business Development (m/f/d)

As Director of Business Development at WuXi Vaccines, you have the unique opportunity to join our expanding team in Europe. The role involves leading sales in the European territory, growing existing accounts, and developing strategies to meet annual revenue targets. Collaboration with the Bio leadership team and staying updated on industry competition are key aspects. The position can be based anywhere in Europe, with a preference for the UK, and reports to the Senior Director of Global Business Development and Alliance Management.

Organization Description

WuXi Biologics is a premier provider of biologics services (from discovery to commercialization) with global customers in the biopharmaceutical and healthcare industries. We´re one of the world's top three contract development and manufacturing companies for biopharmaceuticals, we provide our clients with a world-leading open access technology platform. We enable our clients to research, develop and manufacture drugs from the concept to commercial manufacturing.

Our mission is to accelerate and transform discovery, development, and manufacturing in the rapidly growing field of biologics to benefit patients worldwide. We have sites in China, the United States, Ireland, Germany and Singapore. We currently employ over 10,000 people and provide services to more than 400 customers worldwide, including all the top 20 biopharmaceutical companies.

Your Responsibilities

• Exceed sales targets for Vaccine projects in the European region.

• Drive revenue growth by cross-selling to existing accounts, managing customer portfolios, and securing new business.

• Independently lead the selling, proposal, and contract negotiation processes.

• Foster strong internal collaborations across functions.

• Showcase WuXi Biologics and WuXi Vaccines at prominent trade shows.

• Play a vital role in shaping key commercial strategies for the sales team.

• Take full responsibility for overseeing all aspects of customer relationships.

• Ensure timely CRM updates and monitor KPIs for effective performance tracking.

Your Profile

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following:

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree required, with 5+ years of experience in life sciences, particularly in vaccines or related fields.


• Demonstrated success with 5-10 years in sales and territory management within the CMO/CRO vaccine market.


• Strong written and oral communication skills, along with demonstrated gravitas and the ability to build relationships.


• Proven ability to thrive under pressure, manage multiple projects, and work effectively as part of a team.


• Detail-oriented, organized, proficient in English (both written and verbal), and familiar with Microsoft Office and CRM tools. Requires a valid passport and willingness to travel up to 50%.

As we extend our global reach, we need colleagues interested in change, in challenge, and in building a new future together. Reach beyond yourself and discover your true potential!

If you have the ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment and feel that the moment has come for you to be part of such an exciting journey towards accomplishing our mission - Any drug can be made, and any disease can be treated - don’t miss out on this opportunity to join us and reach beyond yourself and discover your true potential.

Apply now!

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