Business Development Manager (all genders)

Evotec; Veneto; In loco; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Tempo pieno

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A leading life sciences company in Italy seeks a Business Development professional to identify new leads and build client relationships in the biotech sector. The role requires 2–3 years of relevant experience and offers significant field exposure. Ideal candidates should exhibit a self-motivated attitude and strong communication skills. Join us to play a key role in growing our services at the forefront of drug discovery.

Competenze

• 2–3 years of experience in business development or sales in life sciences.
• Familiarity with drug discovery pathways.
• Self-motivated and target-driven individual.

Mansioni

• Identify and qualify new leads for contract services.
• Engage with clients in the field under senior BD staff guidance.
• Support implementation of sales and marketing plans.

Conoscenze

Business development

Sales experience

Client relationship management

Excellent communication skills

Analytical skills

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Key Responsibilities

Revenue Growth Support : Proactively identify and qualify new leads for Evotec’s contract services. Take ownership of smaller pipeline opportunities (academic & Biotech sectors) from first contact to signed contract.

Brand Building

Help increase Evotec’s visibility and recognition in your territory by participating in client meetings, conferences, and events.

Client Interaction

Spend 40–50% of your time in the field with clients under guidance from senior BD staff, building relationships with decision-makers and influencers.

Sales Process Execution : Support the implementation of sales and marketing plans for the territory as part of a regional team of BD professionals.

Cross-Functional Collaboration : Work closely with Operations and Marketing to support project onboarding and client satisfaction.

Reporting & Insights : Track account activity, maintain CRM data, and provide market feedback to senior management.

What We’re Looking For

2–3 years of experience in business development, sales, or account management in the life sciences, biotech, or contract research industry (CRO highly preferred).

Familiarity with drug discovery pathways (academic or industry exposure acceptable).

A self-motivated and target driven individual with a strong desire to push deals to closure. Ability to identify opportunities, conduct client research, and craft initial recommendations.

Excellent communication and presentation skills with a consultative mindset.

Strong organizational, analytical, and follow-up skills.

Enthusiasm for learning and developing a career in business development within the life sciences sector.

Why Join Us?

Play a key role in growing a fee-for-service business at the cutting edge of drug discovery.

Work directly with senior BD leaders for mentorship and career development.

High visibility and field exposure (40–50% of time with clients) to allow build of a strong personal network.

Travel : ~40–50% with clients in the field

FR : Dans le cadre de sa politique Diversité, Evotec étudie, à compétences égales, toutes les candidatures dont celles des personnes en situation de handicap.

ENG : In the frame of our Diversity policy, Evotec considers, with equal competences, all applications including people with disabilities.