Director Business Development (Commercial Services)

PCI Pharma Services; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

PCI Pharma Services seeks a Director of Business Development to manage and grow a Midwest/Southeast territory, engaging with senior client stakeholders to meet annual revenue targets.

The role requires 10+ years in pharma services, a strong track record in closing multi-million-dollar deals, and frequent travel to client sites and PCI facilities. You will collaborate across legal, finance, and operations to shape client solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Chemistry, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive sales or business development in CDMO/pharma services.
• Proven track record closing multi-million-dollar programs and long sales cycles.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute territory growth strategy to meet revenue targets.
• Lead complex negotiations for MSAs, CDAs, pricing, and service agreements.
• Collaborate with proposal, quality, and operations teams to deliver client solutions.

Skills

Strategic selling

C-level relationships

Forecasting

CRM (Salesforce)

Negotiation

Pharma market knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences/related

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Life changing therapies. Global impact. Bridge to thousands of biopharma companies and their patients.

We are PCI.

Our investment is in People who make an impact, drive progress and create a better tomorrow. Our strategy includes building teams across our global network to pioneer and shape the future of PCI.

Director, Business Development (Commercial Services)

The Director, Business Development is responsible for management and growth of a specific territory on the Midwest / Southeast (as determined by PCI). There will be a strong focus on strategic accounts as well as new business development. This position will work with senior leaders in both PCI and client organizations. The primary duties are to achieve the annual Sales Target by developing and maintaining business relationships with current and prospective clients.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Strategy & Client Engagement

• * Develop and execute a territory growth strategy, integrating sales planning, pipeline development, and competitive intelligence to meet quarterly and annual revenue targets.
• * Build strategic, consultative relationships with C-level stakeholders, decision-makers, and influencers within target biotech and pharmaceutical accounts.
• * Actively manage a balanced portfolio of new business development and account management
• * Lead complex, multi-stakeholder negotiations for MSAs, CDAs, pricing proposals and service agreements, collaborating with legal, finance, and technical functions

Operational Collaboration & Execution

• * Work cross-functionally with PCI's global proposal, technical, quality, and operational teams to shape scientifically credible, client-aligned solutions.
• * Ensure accurate demand forecasting to inform SOP processes, capacity planning, and financial projections.
• * Drive internal alignment through CRM updates, forecasting inputs, and regular communication with executive and cross-functional teams.

Market Development

• * Identify emerging client needs in early-phase development, novel modalities, and in-home/integrated care models.
• * Partner with marketing to develop regionally tailored campaigns, thought leadership content, and participation in key industry events.

Qualifications & Competencies

Minimum Requirements

• * Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Chemistry, or related discipline. Advanced degree preferred.
• * 10+ years of progressive sales or business development experience in the CDMO or pharmaceutical services industry.
• * Proven track record of closing complex, multi-million-dollar programs and long-cycle sales.
• * In-depth knowledge of drug development and manufacturing processes, particularly for sterile products.
• * Scientific fluency and credibility when engaging with technical and executive stakeholders.
• * Ability to travel frequently (up to 40-50%) to client sites, PCI facilities, and industry events.

Skills & Attributes

• * Highly strategic, analytically driven, and results focused.
• * Exceptional interpersonal, negotiation, and consultative selling skills.
• * CRM proficiency (e.g., Salesforce) and experience with forecasting tools and sales analytics.
• * Deep understanding of pharma/biotech market dynamics, commercialization models, and client decision-making processes.
• * Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, matrixed, global environment.

Join us and be part of building the bridge between life changing therapies and patients. Let's talk future

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Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

PCI Pharma Services is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.

At PCI, Equity and Inclusion are at the core of our company's purpose: Together, delivering life-changing therapies. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace by holding ourselves accountable to the highest standards of understanding, fairness, respect, and equal opportunity - at every level. We envision a PCI community where everyone can belong and grow, and we strive to bring this vision to reality by continuously and intentionally assessing our people practices, policies and programs, marketing approach, and workplace culture.