BD Director（CRO）

HappyGlobal Service; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

HappyGlobal Service in San Francisco seeks a results-driven business development professional to expand client relationships and secure new opportunities in the U.S. pharmaceutical market.

You will draft proposals and contracts, analyze market trends, and represent the Brand at industry events. The role requires 2–4 years in pharma/biotech BD, strong English communication, independence in a fast-paced setting, and willingness to travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Strong scientific background in preclinical drug discovery and development.
• 2-4 years of experience in business development in pharma/biotech.
• Understanding of pharma, biotech, and CRO landscape.
• Established industry network to facilitate BD efforts.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, competitive environment.
• Strong analytical, time management, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in English (spoken and written) with excellent presentation abilities.
• Willingness to travel extensively as needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage client relationships to drive repeat business.
• Identify and secure new business opportunities to meet sales targets.
• Draft and submit proposals, cost estimates, and contracts.
• Analyze the U.S. pharmaceutical market to inform strategy.
• Represent the Brand at trade shows and networking events.
• Maintain ongoing client communication for successful project execution.
• Refine bid preparation processes to align with client needs.
• Review project reports and provide actionable feedback.
• Submit detailed reports on sales activities and industry events.

Skills

Client relationship management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Time management

English proficiency

Independent worker

Travel flexibility

Education

Background in life sciences (preclinical)

Job description

• Develop and manage client relationships, ensuring high levels of satisfaction to drive repeat business.


• Identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities to achieve sales targets.


• Draft and submit proposals (RFPs), cost estimates, and contracts (CDAs, NDAs, MSAs).


• Analyze the U.S. pharmaceutical market and provide insights to inform company strategy.


• Represent Brand at trade shows, conferences, and networking events, including setting up exhibits and identifying branding opportunities.


• Maintain ongoing communication with clients to ensure successful project execution and satisfaction.


• Continuously refine bid preparation processes to align with client needs.


• Review project reports and provide critical feedback to enhance content and accuracy.


• Submit detailed reports on sales activities, client meetings, and industry events.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Strong scientific background in preclinical drug discovery and development.


• 2-4 years of experience in business development within the pharmaceutical or biotech industry (preferred).


• In-depth understanding of the pharmaceutical, biotech, and CRO landscape.


• Established network within the industry to facilitate business development efforts.


• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, competitive environment.


• Strong analytical, time management, and communication skills.


• Proficiency in English (spoken and written) with excellent presentation abilities.


• Willingness to travel extensively as needed.