Senior Business Development Leader, Basel

Description Senior Business Development Leader A globally recognised and rapidly growing Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisation (CDMO) specialising in complex synthetic bio molecules is seeking a senior commercial leader to drive strategic growth initiatives. The organisation partners with leading biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies to support programs from early discovery through clinical development and commercial manufacturing.

This is a full-time senior-level position reporting to executive leadership. The role will focus on identifying, pursuing, and securing new business opportunities while strengthening strategic relationships with existing clients across the biotechnology and pharmaceutical sectors. This individual will play a critical role in accelerating commercial expansion in designated international markets, including Europe.

Professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality are essential to this search.

Key Responsibilities Strategic&Commercial Leadership

Develop and execute business development strategies to achieve annual revenue and growth objectives

Identify, qualify, and engage prospective clients within assigned European territory and additional global markets as directed

Manage the full sales lifecycle from lead generation through contract execution

Expand and deepen relationships with existing strategic accounts

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner closely with technical, project management, operations, and executive teams to ensure alignment and client satisfaction

Support proposal development, pricing strategy, and contract negotiations

Maintain accurate opportunity tracking and forecasting within CRM systems

Generate pipeline analysis and sales performance reporting

Market&Industry Engagement

Monitor competitive landscape, industry trends, and emerging therapeutic opportunities

Represent the organisation at select industry conferences, trade events, and client meetings

Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications Education

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related scientific discipline required

MBA or advanced degree preferred

Experience

Experience in business development within CDMO, peptide, oligonucleotide, or pharmaceutical services sectors

Demonstrated success in closing complex, high-value technical service agreements

Experience working with European markets strongly preferred

Fluency in one or more European languages is a plus

Essential Requirements Travel

Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 50%

Valid passport and driver’s license required

Professional Capabilities

Strong analytical, negotiation, and strategic planning skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

High level of discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality

Physical Requirements

Prolonged computer and desk work

Ability to travel extensively

Ability to lift approximately 30 pounds

TSP Talent Solutions and our customers are affirmative action/equal opportunity employers (Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled)

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