Senior Sales Executive - CDMO

We are looking for a seasoned sales professional to drive new business for a CDMO selling to pharmaceutical companies in Europe. You expand the existing network, build new relations, write proposals and grow the business. Read on below and apply today!

Job description

You work for an international Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) that has the capacity to produce a wide range of biopharmaceutical products for pharmaceutical companies, for clinical trials, and even for complex food applications. Your role is focused on generating new business and networking existing relations. You'll spend time on the phone, in virtual meetings, in on-site visits (within Europe), at trade shows, and fairs. Of course, some new clients will also find you when they are actively searching for a CDMO. Your establish the first contact, draft proposals, work with the contract team to sign the client, and stay connected for any repeat business. We are looking for an experienced business development professional with experience selling complex services to pharmaceutical clients, ideally within a contract organization.

Responsibilities

• Generate new business
• Network clients
• Call, (virtually) visit clients
• Visit relevant fairs
• Draft proposals including milestones and pricing
• Negotiate complex contracts
• Work with internal teams (technical experts, project managers, Legal, etc)
• Visit clients throughout Europe

Profile

• BSc-PhD level education in a scientific field
• Strong experience in sales with a focus on new business
• Experience selling complex services to pharmaceutical clients
• CDMO/CRO experience is a big plus
• Ideally hands-on experience in biotech in the past

Benefits and practical information

• Long term position, contract directly with our client
• Hybrid work possible, must live in Netherlands or Germany
• Office is in Amsterdam, occasional meeting in Germany
• Salary range: €6500,- to €9500,- gross monthly + bonus scheme
• International travel fluctuates but is not weekly
• Vacaturenummer: 27611