Director of Business Development

JR Italy; Pescara; In loco; EUR 60.000 - 100.000; Tempo pieno

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An established industry player is seeking a Director of Business Development to lead growth initiatives in Italy. This dynamic role involves identifying new business opportunities, refining strategies, and driving revenue growth through effective stakeholder engagement. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in sales and account management within the life sciences sector, with a proven track record of negotiating complex deals. Join a forward-thinking company that values excellence and offers a collaborative environment where your contributions can make a significant impact.

Competenze

• 6+ years of experience in sales and account management in CRO sales.
• Strong connections with decision-makers in life sciences.

Mansioni

• Identify and evaluate business opportunities in Italy.
• Cultivate relationships with key stakeholders.

Conoscenze

Sales Management

Account Management

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Strategic Thinking

Formazione

Bachelor's Degree

MBA

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Director of Business Development, Pescara

Client: Planet Pharma

Location: Pescara

Job Category: Other

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EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

Title: Director of Business Development

Planet Pharma, in partnership with a leading global full-service CRO, is seeking an experienced and dynamic Director of Business Development to join their team!

Main Responsibilities:

• Proactively identify and evaluate potential business opportunities in Italy.
• Cultivate strong relationships with key stakeholders through regular in-person engagement.
• Understand clients’ challenges and structures to develop effective account strategies.
• Refine the company’s business development strategy by targeting markets, optimizing sales processes, and increasing conversion rates.
• Drive revenue growth by consistently exceeding sales targets aligned with company goals.

Main Requirements:

• Over 6 years of experience in sales and account management, specifically in full-service CRO sales.
• Well-connected with key decision-makers in the life sciences sector.
• Skilled in engaging and influencing senior executives and C-suite leaders.
• Proven success in negotiating and closing complex deals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong presentation and persuasion abilities.
• Adept at identifying client challenges and delivering strategic solutions quickly.
• Highly organized and deadline-oriented, capable of managing multiple sales stages simultaneously.
• Holds a BA, MBA, or equivalent relevant experience.

Interested? Apply now for immediate consideration or contact Maria Tsalpatourou at [emailprotected].

Planet Pharma is an American-owned employment business providing global staffing services, headquartered in Chicago with an EMEA regional office in Central London. We operate in over 30 countries, with a network of 2,500+ active contractors and a strong permanent recruitment division.

We are recognized for our industry expertise and commitment to excellence, having been named by FORBES as the 17th best professional staffing firm and winning multiple industry awards.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age.