At PPD, you'll have the freedom to try new ideas and the ability to do something truly great. In our environment, innovation is encouraged. That's why the world's leading pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies come to us for discovery and development services. And why PPD is the best choice for you and for your career. Director, Business Development (cGMP)-US or Europe Description
Director will secure and retain business for PPD through professional, consultative, proactive sales activities directed at decision-makers and decision influencers at existing and new pharmaceutical sponsors. Director will position PPD as a primary or preferred provider for all pharmaceutical development work to be outsourced. Director will liaise between sponsor and company on all business development activities and requirements.
***WILL CONSIDER HOME-OFFICE BASED EMPLOYEES ANYWHERE IN NORTH AMERICA or EUROPE***
Director will obtain firm project/task commitments that will meet or exceed authorization targets that will be established annually by the corporation.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelors degree in science or business, or equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job.
- Minimum of five years in CRO sales, specifically in the cGMP Laboratory Services arena. Will consider candidates with less sales experience but heavier scientific/lab experience.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Individual should have proven track record at mid and high level contacts, as well as formal sales training.
- Director should have the ability to manage and fully integrate with Operations, Finance, Bids & Contracts and Marketing, and follow-up to expand relationships and business opportunities.
- Director should have the ability to identify and develop sales leads, professionally present capabilities, manage the sales process through close and handle all aspects of contract negotiations.
- Director should possess computer skills to handle sales automation systems, word processing, spreadsheets, and email.
- Scientific, and/or sales or marketing background with concentration in pharmaceutical/biotech area helpful
PPD is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Additional Information
Position Type: Full Time, Employee
Ref Code: 784-1  
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