Head of NAM, Business Development Sr/ Vice President

Page Executive; United Kingdom; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

A leading global CDMO provider is seeking a Head of North America Business Development. This role involves executing a comprehensive BD strategy, leading a team, and expanding partnerships with major biopharma clients. The ideal candidate will have over 12 years of experience in the CDMO or CRO industry, a strong network within pharma, and an advanced degree is preferred. The compensation package includes a competitive salary ranging from $315,000 to $350,000 annually with performance-based bonuses.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonus

Comprehensive benefits including 401k and medical insurance

Collaborative company culture

Qualifications

• 12+ years in business development or commercial leadership in CDMO or CRO.
• Proven success in selling CDMO services to pharma and biotech clients.
• Strong network with decision-makers in pharma companies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a North American business development strategy.
• Lead and mentor a team of business development professionals.
• Expand partnerships with biopharma clients and drive revenue growth.

Skills

Business Development

Strategic Thinking

Communication

Negotiation

Leadership

Education

MBA, PhD, or PharmD

Job description

• Access to world-class global facilities and a broad CDMO service
• Opportunity to lead North America growth for a well-established global CDMO

About Our Client

Our client is a globally recognized, one-stop CDMO service provider with more than 30 years of history. With 90+ business locations and over 5,000 employees globally, they offer comprehensive development and manufacturing capabilities across pre-clinical research, process R&D, API & DP manufacturing, peptides, and antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) - spanning from early clinical development to commercial production.

The Successful Applicant

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive North American BD strategy aligned with global commercial objectives.
• Lead and mentor a growing team of 3-5 business development and sales professionals across the U.S.
• Build and expand partnerships with top-tier biopharma clients, focusing on large pharma, biotech, and emerging innovators.
• Drive sales pipeline, customer acquisition, and revenue growth across the full CDMO service spectrum: API, DP, peptides, and drug conjugates (ADCs).
• Collaborate with global technical and operational teams to shape customized proposals, timelines, and delivery plans.
• Act as a senior face of the company in key conferences, client meetings, and strategic partnerships.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity to refine positioning and growth strategies.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, or based on an individual\'s status in any group or class otherwise protected under applicable human rights legislation. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

• 12+ years of progressive experience in business development or commercial leadership roles within the CDMO or CRO industry.
• Proven track record of selling end-to-end CDMO services to pharma and biotech clients in the U.S.
• Strong network and relationships with decision-makers at large and mid-sized pharma companies.
• Deep understanding of drug development, GMP manufacturing, and regulatory considerations across clinical phases.
• Strategic thinker with demonstrated success in team leadership, revenue generation, and market expansion.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and executive presence.
• Advanced degree (MBA, PhD, or PharmD) preferred.

What\'s on Offer

• Competitive salary in the range of $315,000 to $350,000 USD annually.
• Performance based bonus
• Comprehensive benefits, including 401k and medical insurance.
• A chance to contribute to impactful business development initiatives.
• Collaborative company culture with a focus on innovation.

Join a company where your expertise as a Head of NAM, BD VP will make a significant impact.

If you\'re ready to lead and excel in the life science industry, apply today!