Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Direct message the job poster from Mantell AssociatesMantell Associates is partnered with a leading global Biologics CDMO, who is seeking a strategic, high-impact Vice President of Business Development to drive commercial growth across Europe and beyond.This executive role is perfect for a seasoned commercial leader with deep biologics expertise and a strong track record of cultivating strategic partnerships, driving revenue, and shaping commercial strategy in the CDMO or biopharmaceutical services space.Vice President of Business Development - ResponsibilitiesDefine and execute the European commercial strategy to advance biologics development and manufacturing services, from discovery through commercial supplyLead business development efforts across key markets, identifying, qualifying, and closing complex client engagements with biotech and pharmaceutical partnersCoach, mentor, and scale a high-performance business development team to achieve ambitious growth targets and build long‑term client relationshipsCollaborate with cross‑functional leaders - including Operations, Technical Services, Quality, Regulatory, and Finance - to ensure service offerings align with market demand and technical capabilitiesAct as a senior commercial ambassador at industry events, conferences, scientific forums, and client advisory boards to elevate the company’s presence and reputationDrive the development of compelling proposals, competitive pricing models, and tailored solutions that differentiate the CDMO’s biologics value propositionMonitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer insights to continuously refine commercial strategies, go‑to‑market plans, and partnership frameworksVice President of Business Development - Requirements10+ years of progressive business development and commercial leadership experience within a biologics CDMO or biopharmaceutical services environmentDemonstrated track record of building and leading successful business development teams and closing high‑value agreements with biotech and pharma clientsStrong understanding of biologics platforms, including cell culture, viral vectors, mAbs, recombinant proteins, ADCs or related modalitiesExcellent leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at executive levels both internally and externallyExceptional strategic thinking and commercial acumen, with experience developing regional sales strategies and operationalizing them into measurable outcomesStrong communication and presentation skills, capable of engaging scientific and commercial stakeholders with clarity and impactBased in Europe with ability to travel regionally and globally as requiredSeniority level: ExecutiveEmployment type: Full‑timeJob function: Business Development, Strategy/Planning, and General BusinessIndustries: Biotechnology Research, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, and Chemical ManufacturingMantell Associates is a specialist Pharmaceutical and Life Science headhunting firm. For more information on this opportunity, contact us at +44 (0)20 3854 7700. #J-18808-Ljbffr