Business Development Manager - US

PolyPeptide Group is expanding its commercial team and seeking a Business Development Manager or Senior Business Development Manager to lead growth across the US market. This high-impact, client-facing role focuses on building strategic partnerships and driving new business in peptide development and manufacturing.

Responsibilities:

• Drive new business development across US-based biotech and pharma 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 strong client relationships and act as a strategic partner and advisor
• Lead client interactions including presentations, site visits, and negotiations
• Collaborate cross-functionally 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

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a scientific or related field
• 3–5+ years of experience in pharma, biotech, or CDMO/CRO environment
• Exposure to commercial or client-facing roles
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Master's or PhD in Life Sciences, Chemistry, or related field preferred
• 5+ years of proven success in CDMO/CRO or life sciences business development
• Strong track record of closing complex deals and managing key accounts
• Deep understanding of the drug development lifecycle and outsourcing strategies
• 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
• Comfortable working in a global, matrixed organization
• Willingness to travel (~50%) to meet clients and grow your network