Director of Business Development

Planet Pharma; Rimini; In loco; EUR 70.000 - 100.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Planet Pharma is seeking a dynamic Director of Business Development to lead growth initiatives within the Italian market. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in sales and account management, demonstrating proficiency in building relationships with key stakeholders in the life sciences sector. This role is critical in identifying new business opportunities and optimizing sales strategies to achieve company goals.

Competenze

• Over 6 years of experience in sales & account management within full-service CRO.
• Demonstrated success in closing complex deals and managing multiple sales stages.
• Strong presentation and persuasion skills.

Mansioni

• Identify and evaluate potential business opportunities in Italy.
• Cultivate relationships with key stakeholders through engagement.
• Drive revenue growth by surpassing sales targets.

Conoscenze

Sales

Account Management

Communication

Negotiation

Influencing Skills

Strategic Thinking

Formazione

BA, MBA or equivalent experience

Descrizione del lavoro

Title:

Director of Business Development

Company:

Global Leading Full-service CRO

Location:

Italy

About the Role

Planet Pharma is partnered with a leading global full-service CRO, currently hiring a dynamic and experienced Director of Business Development to join their team!

Main Responsibilities

1. Proactively identify and evaluate potential business opportunities in Italy.
2. Cultivate strong relationships with key stakeholders through regular in-person engagement.
3. Gain a deep understanding of clients’ challenges and structures to create practical account strategies.
4. Help improve the company’s business development strategy by refining target markets, optimizing sales efficiency, and boosting conversion rates.
5. Drive revenue growth by consistently surpassing sales targets aligned with company goals.

Main Requirements

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

Interested?

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

About Planet Pharma

Planet Pharma is an American parented employment business and agency that provides global staffing services with headquarters in Chicago and our EMEA regional office located in Central London.

We have invested significantly in creating a robust international platform that enables us to work compliantly in 30+ countries, with a current network of 2500+ active contractors worldwide and a strong permanent/direct hire recruitment offering.

Our specialized knowledge and close relationships with clients and industry partners make us unique in our field. Recently recognized by FORBES as the 17th best professional staffing firm, we have won multiple awards for our commitment to excellence and service.

Our expertise spans:

• Regulatory Affairs
• Pharmacovigilance
• Quality Assurance and Control
• Submissions
• Clinical Development
• Biostatistics
• Medical Affairs and Writing

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

www.planet-pharma.com