Sr. Commercial Business Development Manager

About ProBio

ProBio provides end-to-end CDMO services from drug discovery to commercialization in cell and gene therapy, vaccine, biologics discovery, and antibody protein drug development. The company accelerates drug development through proactive strategies and efficient processes.

Job Scope

This role is for a highly motivated business development professional joining a fast growing European business development team. The position involves navigating both biologics and cell and gene therapy spaces.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop business development strategy and execute for financial goals across EU regions.
• Create country-specific strategies for market penetration and revenue generation.
• Collaborate with internal teams to identify customer business needs.
• Prospect and establish long-term relationships with CDMO service line customers.
• Provide accurate CRM reporting and competitive analysis.
• Lead financial assessments, due diligence, transaction design, contract negotiations, and deal completions.
• Manage strategic accounts and partnerships, building a professional network with external companies and KOLs.
• Travel up to 50% for customer visits.

Education & Experience

• University degree in life sciences; PhD is a plus.
• Minimum 5 years in business development or related fields in pharmaceutical or CDMO environments.
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets and closing large deals.
• Familiarity with the biopharmaceutical ecosystem and deal-making landscape.
• Fluent in English; additional European language preferred.
• EU biotech/Pharma customer network is advantageous.
• Team player with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Key skills/competency

• Business Development
• Strategic Planning
• CDMO Services
• Pharmaceutical Sales
• Market Penetration
• Relationship Building
• Contract Negotiation
• CRM Management
• EU Market
• Biopharma Ecosystem