Sr. Director/Director Business Development (Plasmid DNA and Protein CDMO)

Ladders; EE. UU.; A distancia; USD 190.000 - 210.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Ladders is seeking a Sr. Director/Director of Business Development in the biopharma/CDMO space, focusing on plasmid DNA and protein CDMO capabilities. The role is remote and targets growth across advanced therapies with a strong emphasis on relationship development and strategic dealmaking.

The position requires a scientific background and a track record in biopharma B2B sales, with remote-work accountability and national-scale engagement. Travel to industry events is expected.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences required; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years in life sciences, biologics, or CDMO experience.
• Proven track record in technical B2B sales within biopharmaceuticals.
• Strong relationship-building abilities with clients and internal stakeholders.
• Experience leading technical discussions and contract negotiations.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and execute sales strategies for advanced therapy and biologics markets.
• Manage the full sales cycle from lead generation through contract closure.
• Maintain a strong pipeline using CRM tools.
• Cultivate relationships with biotech clients developing advanced therapies.
• Represent the organization at industry events and client meetings.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align proposals with capabilities.
• Monitor market trends and provide strategic insights to leadership.

Conocimientos

Relationship-building

Contract negotiations

Remote work accountability

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences

Advanced degree preferred

Descripción del empleo

For our client, we are seeking a Sr. Director/Director Business Development (Plasmid DNA and Protein CDMO) to join the team of a leader in the Pharmaceuticals & Biotech space.

This role will drive growth for specialized development and manufacturing services supporting advanced therapies and biologics. The leader will own business development strategy, manage key client relationships, and partner closely with internal technical teams to translate market needs into compelling solutions. This position will also represent the organization externally, helping build pipeline, strengthen market presence, and support revenue growth in a highly technical, relationship-driven environment.

Location: Remote

Compensation: $190,000-210,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales strategies for advanced therapy and biologics markets
• Manage the full sales cycle from lead generation through contract closure
• Maintain a strong pipeline using CRM tools
• Cultivate relationships with biotech clients developing advanced therapies
• Represent the organization at industry events and client meetings
• Collaborate with internal teams to align proposals with capabilities
• Monitor market trends and provide strategic insights to leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences; advanced degree preferred
• 10+ years in life sciences, biologics, or CDMO experience
• Strong relationship-building abilities with clients and internal stakeholders
• Experience leading technical discussions and contract negotiations
• Understanding of biomanufacturing processes relevant to business development
• Proven track record in technical B2B sales within biopharmaceuticals
• Self-motivated with accountability in remote work settings

Benefits

• Opportunity to drive strategic business growth in a dynamic market
• Work in a remote environment with flexibility on a national scale
• Engage with key industry players and expand professional networks
• Be part of a collaborative team focused on innovative therapies
• Travel opportunities to industry events and client locations

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.