Business Development Manager (API/Excipients/OTC to Pharma)

Michael Page (UK); England; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the life science industry is seeking a Business Development Manager to expand their operations in Pharma & Healthcare. The role involves managing relationships with existing customers, developing new business opportunities, and aligning strategies with the company’s growth objectives. This permanent position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development within a supportive company culture.

Benefits

Company Car

Full Expense Coverage

Competitive Salary

24% Bonus

Opportunities for Professional Growth

Supportive Company Culture

Qualifications

• Proven track record in selling to Pharmaceuticals/Healthcare.
• Strong understanding of market trends and client needs.
• Willingness to travel for client meetings.

Responsibilities

• Grow the Pharma & Healthcare business across active accounts.
• Build a strong project pipeline in Europe and North America.
• Develop and deliver presentations and promotional material.

Skills

Team Management Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Organisational Skills

Results-driven Approach

Job description

• Pharma & Healthcare OTC - API/Excipients (UK/Europe/North Africa Markets)
• Experience managing a team is necessary!

About Our Client

My client are a science-driven developer and manufacturer of natural product extracts, specializing in delivering high‑quality, plant‑based ingredients to the pharmaceutical sector. They leverage rigorous research and extraction expertise to provide raw materials-such as capsicum, cocillana, elderflower, and ipecacuanha alkaloids-supporting pharma clients in formulating health‑enhancing, natural therapeutics

Job Description

The ideal candidate will:

• To grow the Pharma & Healthcare business leveraging existing £2m business across 15 active accounts
• To extend the customer portfolio in Pharma & Healthcare sector
• To build a strong project pipeline for the Pharma & Healthcare business in Europe and North America
• To regularly forecast customer demands and work closely with the planning team
• Maintaining regular and productive contact with existing customers building relations
• Liaison with the technical team to ensure that new products and supporting technical data is provided in line with customer expectations.
• To ensure appropriate measures are taken to provide excellent customer service.
• To support to develop and implement a sales and marketing plan for Ransom Naturals that reinforces our reputation as the leading supplier of natural extracts in the Pharma & Healthcare sector
• To represent the company at key exhibitions and events in the UK and abroad.
• To utilise and develop the services of the Development Technologist to introduce new concepts and ideas into the Pharma & Healthcare markets both at home and abroad.
• Organise and coordinate Innovation Day presentation with key accounts
• Develop good working relationships and to build product awareness amongst potential new customers.
• To develop and deliver presentations, produce literature, journal articles and other promotional material.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Business Development Manager should have:

• Proven trackrecord in selling to Pharmaceuticals / Healthcare
• Strong Team Management Skills
• A strong understanding of market trends and client needs in the sector.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to meet and exceed revenue targets.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A proactive and results-driven approach to work.
• Willingness to travel as required for client meetings and industry events.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary of £75,000-£90,000, +24% bonus + Company Car
• HQ in Hertfordshire
• Company car and full expense coverage.
• Permanent role with opportunities for professional growth.
• Supportive company culture within the life science industry.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Business Development Manager/Leader to make a significant impact.



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