Market Development Manager - Biopharma, Cell & Gene Therapy; Manufacturing, Life Sciences

Saint-Gobain High Performance Solutions - Life Sciences, Composites & Mobility; Solon (OH, IA); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Market Development Manager to lead strategic initiatives in the Biopharmaceutical and Cell & Gene Therapy sectors. This role offers a unique opportunity to analyze market trends, identify customer needs, and collaborate with R&D to drive product innovation. As a key player in a globally recognized company, you'll develop strategies that enhance market presence and support sales growth. If you are passionate about making a difference in life sciences and thrive in a dynamic environment, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in biopharmaceutical or life sciences markets.
• Strong analytical skills for market trends assessment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement global strategies for biopharma markets.
• Collaborate closely with R&D and sales teams.

Skills

Market Analysis

Strategic Planning

Collaboration with R&D

Market Segmentation

Business Development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or Life Sciences

Master's Degree (preferred)

Tools

Presentation Software

Market Research Tools

Job description

Why do we need you ?

Market Development Manager - Biopharma, Cell & Gene Therapy; Manufacturing, Life Sciences - Remote, USA, Travel Required.

If you want to discover your greatest potential, Saint-Gobain provides one-of-a-kind opportunities for innovative problem solvers.

We're recognized as a top Global Employer and a Top 100 Global Innovator, with a culture of innovation driven by nearly 200,000 passionate team members worldwide. We are committed to improving lives through our efforts and innovations.

The Market Development Manager, in collaboration with the Global Marketing Director SUS, is responsible for developing and implementing the SUS and BPS global strategies within the Biopharmaceutical and Cell & Gene Therapy markets.

This role involves analyzing global market trends, assessing their impact, understanding our value propositions, identifying unmet customer needs, and supporting sales growth through strategic market initiatives. Close collaboration with R&D is essential, including screening opportunities, building business cases, and supporting brand and marketing efforts.

Market Segmentation

• Refine segmentation of Core Biopharmaceutical & Cell and Gene Therapy markets
• Describe and quantify sub-segments worldwide
• Identify main applications, platforms, or processes, including new ones
• Provide strategic recommendations based on segment attractiveness

Strategy Implementation

• Prepare analyses and presentations to define strategies for margin improvement and increased win rate
• Develop KPIs to monitor strategy deployment and growth

Market Development

• Identify new applications or emerging segments for potential business opportunities
• Develop value scenarios for capturing new opportunities
• Assess potential M&A targets

Innovation

• Generate ideas for R&D projects based on unmet needs
• Support development of new products, services, or business models
• Assist R&D in project evaluation and prioritization

Marketing Communication Activities

• Align marketing communications with global strategy to generate leads
• Support brand development and strategic content creation