Business Development Director

Job Title: Business Development Manager/DirectorLocation: Nashville, TennesseeIndustry: CDMOAre you a driven and ambitious Business Development professional with a passion for the pharmaceutical industry? Do you have experience in the CDMO space and ready to take on a new challenge in a dynamic environment? This is the opportunity for you!We are partnering with a growing subsidiary of a well-established global pharmaceutical company, looking to expand its business development team. With a small, tight-knit team, you'll be the first person dedicated to covering the East Coast territory, reporting directly to the Chief Commercial Officer.Key Responsibilities:Develop and execute a strategic plan to drive new business opportunities in the West Coast region, with a focus on California.Leverage existing relationships from the wider company and hunt for new business leads in the CDMO space.Build and nurture strong client relationships with key pharmaceutical and biotech companies.Collaborate with internal teams and the East Coast business developer to maximize growth opportunities.Track and report on sales pipeline and performance, aligning efforts with broader company goals.Key Requirements:2+ years of experience in Business Development within the CDMO or related pharmaceutical industry.Proven ability to prospect, engage, and close deals with clients.Strong network and knowledge of the pharmaceutical market on the West Coast.Entrepreneurial mindset, with a hunger to build something from the ground up.Self-motivated and comfortable working independently in a remote role.Excellent communication and negotiation skills.Ability to travel across the West Coast region as needed.What’s in it for You?Opportunity to shape the growth of a key region, building a market presence from the ground up.Work closely with senior leadership and have a direct impact on company growth.Join a small but growing team with strong support from the wider business.Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.If you're ready to take the next step in your career and want to be part of a company making strides in the pharmaceutical industry, we want to hear from you!