Head of European Business Development (CDMO peptides)

About the role

The company is a globally recognised CDMO specialising in complex synthetic biomolecules. It seeks a senior commercial leader to drive European growth, win new business with mid‑large pharma in the GLP‑1 space and deepen existing client relationships.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute the European business development strategy to meet revenue targets.
• Identify, qualify and engage prospective clients across Europe and manage the full sales lifecycle from lead generation to contract execution.
• Expand relationships with strategic accounts and collaborate with technical, project‑management and operations teams to ensure client satisfaction.
• Support proposal development, pricing strategy and contract negotiations while maintaining accurate forecasting in CRM systems.
• Monitor competitive landscape, industry trends and represent the organisation at industry events.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biochemistry or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• Proven business development experience in CDMO, peptide, oligonucleotide or pharmaceutical services, with a network in European GLP‑1 peptide sales.
• Demonstrated success closing high‑value technical service agreements.
• Fluency in English and optionally one or more European languages.
• Willingness to travel internationally and hold a valid passport and driver’s licence.

Required skills

• Business development and sales lifecycle management.
• CRM opportunity tracking and forecasting.
• Proposal development, pricing strategy and contract negotiation.