Vice President Business Development Digital Manufacturing Data Offeri

Trigent Software; Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Mumbai; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Pivot Path seeks a Vice President - Business Development for Digital Manufacturing & Data Offerings to lead end-to-end sales in India.

You will drive strategy, build CXO-level relationships, and close complex deals across Pivot MES, Pivot Sight and partnered solutions in pharma and life sciences.

Qualifications

• Minimum 16+ years in B2B consultative product & solution sales in Digital Manufacturing & Data-Analytics.
• Experience selling to CXOs and senior leadership in Pharma & Life Sciences.
• Experience in SaaS/digital platform sales to drive digitization in manufacturing and data functions.
• Willingness to travel nationally and overseas as required.

Responsibilities

• Own and execute sales strategy to drive revenue growth across the full portfolio.
• Identify opportunities, lead generation, qualification, scoping and proposals.
• Negotiation of terms and pricing with BD and practice leads; handover to delivery.
• Build strategic relationships with COOs/CMOs/CIOs in pharma and life sciences.
• Lead demos, oversee CRM accuracy, and track pipeline performance.
• Collaborate with marketing, products and delivery teams to ensure seamless execution.

Skills

CXO relationships

Strategic selling

Consultative selling

Hunter mindset

Team leadership

Communication

Travel willingness

Job description

Job Title: Vice President - Business Development Digital Manufacturing & Data Offerings

Reporting to: Chief Business Officer – Technology & Quality Compliance

Role Overview

The VP – BD – Digital Manufacturing & Data Offerings will be responsible for driving the end-to-end sales strategy and business growth of Pivot Path’s Manufacturing Digitization &

Data & Analytics offerings across key Geographies, starting with India. This will include the

Pivot MES & Pivot Sight platforms, partnered offerings such as Hint VR / AR & TraceLink

suite of solutions, services & consulting around enterprise applications, new technologies

(AI, ML, RPA, IoT), operational excellence and other services & products that may come up

across our Digital Manufacturing & Data services portfolio. The role encompasses leading &

driving the whole gamut of activities starting from lead generation / prospecting, opportunity

identification, requirements gathering, project scoping in close collaboration with Internal

SMEs & the target prospects, proposal generation, techno-commercial discussions &

negotiations leading up to sales closure & post closure account management.

This position requires a highly networked, results-oriented, sales-driven professional with an

entrepreneurial & solutioning mindset and a proven track record of engaging and selling to

COOs/CMfgOs/CIOs and senior leaders from Manufacturing, Operations & IT functions in

the pharmaceutical & life sciences industry. S/he will be a self-starter & demonstrate the

ability to independently identify opportunities, build and manage strategic relationships, and

drive sustained revenue growth, working with the team assigned.

Responsibilities

Sales & Revenue Growth

• Own and achieve business targets, ensuring consistent revenue growth for Pivot Path’s full portfolio of Digital Manufacturing & Data offerings.
• Engage with prospective clients to identify key challenges / need gaps in their Digital Transformation & Manufacturing Digitization journey adopting a consultative & collaborative approach.
• Develop and execute sales strategies that align with Pivot Path’s business objectives, adjusting approaches based on market trends and customer needs.
• Identify, qualify, and convert prospective clients by leveraging personal network, industry knowledge, competitor analysis, and strategic outreach efforts.
• Lead business development efforts through cold calling, networking, prospecting, client meetings, and consultative selling to CXOs and other senior leaders in the Manufacturing, Operations & IT functions in the Pharma & Life Sciences industry, ensuring a strong sales pipeline.
• Drive the PivotMES & Pivot Sight platforms positioning them as integrated, user-friendly digital platforms by showcasing their unique value propositions. Organize demos to ensure deeper engagement & faster conversions.
• Liaise with partners to collaborate & pitch for opportunities involving partnered offerings such as Hint VR / AR, TraceLink suite amongst others.
• Deliver high-impact initial sales pitches, focusing on generating interest and driving business opportunities. Secure client commitment, leading sales discussions, and ensuring seamless handover to the Products / Delivery team for execution.
• Drive contract negotiation and pricing discussions in close collaboration with BD & practice leaders.

Client Engagement & Relationship Management

• Manage the full sales cycle, from initial client outreach to proposal development, closing, and post-sale relationship management.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring repeat business, referrals, and long-term partnerships with Manufacturing, Operations & IT leaders.
• Engage in consultative selling, understanding client challenges and providing customized solutions that enhance their Manufacturing, Operations & IT functions.
• Conduct regular check-ins and follow-ups with existing and potential clients to assess needs, identify cross-selling opportunities, and ensure product / service satisfaction.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including Products, the Digital Manufacturing & Data practices, implementation, and marketing as well as partners to align business development efforts with products & service delivery, ensuring seamless execution.

People, Process & Performance Management

• Lead & Manage the team assigned and drive Sales Performance, Business Growth & Target Achievement through close collaboration & monitoring of their in-market sales & BD efforts.
• Track and report sales performance metrics, including lead conversions, pipeline growth, revenue generation, and customer engagement, ensuring targets are met or exceeded.
• Continuously refine BD processes, identifying bottlenecks, streamlining workflows, and implementing best practices for improved efficiency.
• Ensure that CRM databases are regularly maintained & updated, enabling accurate tracking of leads, prospects, sales activities, and client interactions for data-driven decision-making.
• Provide regular business insights to CBO, Practice Leads & Product Teams offering strategic recommendations based on market intelligence and sales performance analysis.
• Monitor industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging service demands across Manufacturing, Operations, Data Services & IT, using insights to refine sales approaches and create competitive advantage.

Marketing & Brand Positioning

• Work closely with the marketing team to develop targeted campaigns, digital content, and lead-generation strategies to attract potential clients.
• Lead event planning and participation, including industry conferences, summits & networking forums, and corporate events to position Pivot Path as an industry leader.
• Manage end-to-end marketing collaboration efforts, ensuring sales and marketing efforts are seamlessly integrated to maximize impact.
• Leverage social media, PR, and digital marketing channels to enhance visibility, drive inbound leads, and strengthen the company’s market positioning.

Key Requirements

• Minimum of 16+ years (Ideal 18-20 years) of experience in B2B consultative, product & solution sales in the Digital Manufacturing & Data-Analytics domain with a focus on the Pharma & Life Sciences industry, with a proven track record of selling to CXOs and senior leadership across these domains both at Corporate & Sites.
• Experience in consultative sales and SaaS product / digital platform sales, to drive digitization in the Manufacturing / Operations functions as well as Data offerings.

Skills & Competencies

• Highly networked individual having strong CXO relationships across Manufacturing & IT in the Pharma & Life Sciences industry within India & globally.
• Strategic and consultative selling experience, understanding client needs and crafting tailored solutions.
• Strong hunter mindset, with the ability to generate leads, manage outreach, and close deals.
• Strong team management & people leadership skills to drive & motivate team to achieve & exceed business outcomes in a time-bound manner.
• Results-driven and action-oriented, with a demonstrated ability to build & grow the business by continuously meeting and exceeding revenue targets.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently, with a high degree of ownership and initiative, requiring minimal supervision or guidance.
• Willingness to travel as required for client meetings and business development activities, both within India & Overseas.

Base Location: India (Bengaluru, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad preferred)

Must Have: Demonstrated, consistent results by driving sales nationally in the current & recent experience for a minimum of 7+ years