Biologics Business Development Manager RSSL Sales UK

OBN Ltd; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Business Development Manager to lead sales in Biologics and Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products. This key role involves acquiring new clients, managing existing accounts, and driving innovation within the scientific analysis and consultancy sector. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in business development within the pharmaceutical industry, excellent communication skills, and a proven ability to cultivate relationships. Join a forward-thinking company that values collaboration and creativity, and make a real impact on the future of science and innovation.

Qualifications

• Degree in a scientific subject area is essential.
• Proven track record in business development and sales.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales for Biologics and ATMPs, managing existing and new customers.
• Lead sales processes from prospecting to closure and exceed targets.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients and industry connections.

Skills

Business Development

Sales Strategy

Networking

Communication Skills

Presentation Skills

Market Analysis

Relationship Building

Education

Degree in a Scientific Subject

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

Home Jobs Biologics Business Development Manager

Biologics Business Development Manager

4th February 2025

Join Our Mission to Transform Lives Through Science, Innovation and Collaboration

At Reading Scientific Services Ltd (RSSL), we lead the way in scientific analysis, research, consultancy, and training. We provide services to the food, pharmaceutical, and consumer goods industries, as well as our parent company, Mondelez International. RSSL is dedicated to delivering world-class scientific solutions and outstanding customer service.

Recognised for our excellence, we were awarded CRO of the Year at the 2023 OBN Awards, adding to our previous accolades Employer of the Year, Enlightened Employer and Women in Business.

We are now looking for an experienced Business Development Manager who is responsible for the development of business within Biologics and Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products (ATMPs). This is a key leadership role to acquire new customers and also support existing key accounts. The Laboratories are based in Reading and will require travel to site to meet with clients as well as travel to events and at client facilities.

If you are passionate about driving innovation and making a real impact, RSSL is the place for you!

How You Will Contribute

1. Responsible for the Biologics and ATMPs sales – finding new customers and managing existing customers.
2. Lead the sales process from prospecting to closure, meetings, and exceeding sales targets.
3. Provide regular sales forecasts for Operations teams to resource to.
4. Negotiate and close business opportunities and be recognised for building trust within RSSL and with clients.
5. Leverage existing connections and continually build a network within the industry, by actively participating in networking events, industry conferences, and professional associations to expand our business network.
6. Prospect for new customers and continue lead generation activities to identify new opportunities within the Biologics and Scientific industries.
7. Build relationships with customers of all sizes, from start-ups to larger organisations.
8. Develop effective sales tools, presentations, and collateral to enhance the sales process.
9. Cultivate and nurture relationships with key clients, leveraging security expertise to understand and address their unique needs.
10. Devise and implement comprehensive business strategies to drive growth and enhance market presence.
11. Analyse market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs to identify strategic business opportunities.
12. Grow and drive sales of the Biologics services to achieve sales goals for the assigned territory.
13. Gather and communicate relevant market information to the Head of Commercial.
14. Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.

What You Will Bring

1. A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career and the following experience and knowledge:
2. Educated to degree level in a Scientific subject area.
3. Knowledge of Biologics essential and ATMPs preferable.
4. Previous experience in business development within a CRO/CMO or pharma company resulting in a demonstrable understanding of the pharma industry.
5. Successful track record in selling of GMP products/services.
6. Knowledge of the global Biopharmaceutical market place is preferred.
7. Proven track record of bringing in new business and cultivating new business and managing key accounts.
8. Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
9. Excellent verbal and writing command in English language.
10. Software skills, Office, SAP.
11. Excellent interpersonal skills.
12. Team player.
13. Business attire, commercial mindset.
14. Entrepreneurial self-starter (ability to work independently and manage one’s time).
15. Strong networking and relationship-building skills.