Business Development Manager Central Europe (M/F)

NovAliX; Strasbourg; Hybride; EUR 50 000 - 70 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading contract research organization is seeking a Business Development Manager in Strasbourg to support commercial expansion in Europe. This role will involve client engagement, market analysis, and collaboration with technical teams. Ideal candidates will have a scientific background with sales experience and fluency in French and English. The position offers travel opportunities across Europe.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or PhD in chemistry, biology, biotechnology, or a related field.
• Initial experience in sales, business development is mandatory.
• Strong drive to engage with new clients.

Responsabilités

• Identify and engage potential clients in Europe.
• Perform in-depth market analysis for new business opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients.

Description du poste

Novalix is a contract research organization (CRO) providing high-value drug discovery services in Chemistry, Biology and Pharmacology. We support pharmaceutical and biotech companies in their R&D projects. With a strong scientific foundation and state-of-the-art platforms, Novalix contributes to the discovery of tomorrow’s medicines.

Role Overview

To support our commercial expansion in the Europe region, we are seeking a Business Development Manager with a passion for science and innovation. Reporting directly to the Business Development Director, you will actively contribute to expanding our client portfolio in Europe area.

Your missions

• Lead prospecting activities: Identify and engage potential clients within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and academic sectors across Europe

• Market research & lead generation: Perform in-depth market analysis to identify new business opportunities and key decision-makers

• Sales in collaboration with teams: Work closely with technical, scientific, and commercial teams to set up customized scientific proposals that meet client needs.

• Client relationship management: Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with new clients to drive customer loyalty and repeat business

• Attend industry events: Represent Novalix and promote its services at key conferences, trade shows, and partnering events to identify new prospects and raise awareness of Novalix's capabilities

• CRM management: Keep the CRM system updated with accurate data on prospect status, follow-ups, and progress reports

Your Profile

• Scientific background: Master’s degree or PhD in chemistry, biology, biotechnology, or a related field. Knowledge in pharmacology is an important plus. You are eager to learn about new technologies and continuously expand your scientific knowledge.
• Experience: Initial experience in sales, business development is mandatory. Additional experience in scientific project management is a plus.
• Prospecting expertise: Strong drive to engage with new clients, build connections, and bring in business opportunities.
• Market knowledge: Good understanding of the drug discovery and regulatory process as well as the commercial environment within the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry.
• Team player: You are collaborative by nature, and thrive in a team-oriented environment where you can work closely with scientific and commercial teams to deliver the best results
• Goal-driven mindset: You are motivated by achieving commercial goals with a strong focus on prospecting activities.
• Communication skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency in French and English is required, Dutch is a plus
• Self-starter: Comfortable working independently and managing multiple tasks and priorities
• Regional travel: Willingness to travel frequently across Europe.