Director, Business Development

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2 Locations
In-Office or Remote
148K-295K Annually
Mid level
Biotech
The Role
Leads business development for a CDMO serving biologics, complex chemistry, ADC components, GLP-1 purification, and emerging biopharmaceutical modalities. Develops growth strategies, identifies opportunities, forecasts revenue, leads technical discussions with pharmaceutical decision-makers, negotiates contracts, builds strategic relationships, represents the company at industry events, and drives cross-functional initiatives. Requires an established pharmaceutical decision-maker network and relevant CDMO or partnership experience.
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Job Description

We are a CDMO organization with a focus on manufacture of biologics through microbial fermentation (both large scale and SUF), complex chemistry including HPAPI capabilities, ADC components (payloads, linkers), GLP-1 purification, bioreagents, and other emerging modalities and are seeking a highly accomplished Business Development professional who combines deep commercial expertise with an extensive technical and scientific knowledge and an existing contact base (required) with decision makers within in the Pharmaceutical market based in the East Coast / West Coast of North America. 

The successful candidate will independently identify emerging business opportunities, develop growth strategies, and influence business direction across key life science and biopharmaceutical markets. Working closely within the Commercial team with technical SME's, marketing, Operations, and project management, this individual will serve as a trusted advisor to the AVP of Business Development while driving high-impact initiatives that generate revenue growth.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of leading complex market development programs, building influential industry relationships, and translating market intelligence into actionable business strategies. They will possess the ability to navigate ambiguity, identify innovative solutions to challenging business problems, and serve as a recognized subject matter on the drug substance market expert both internally and externally.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Achieving assigned portion of the AAT annual revenue goal while also satisfying business’ margin expectations

  • Developing and executing strategic business development plans and expansion initiatives, within their area .

  • Accurate forecasting of financial opportunities on a bi-weekly basis relative to assigned accounts along with probability of closing in a given month, quarter.  

  • Identifying, qualifying new business opportunities, and emerging industry trends.

  • Leading complex scientific, technical conversations with biopharma decisions makers across external purchasing, manufacturing, quality and research departments.

  • Serving as a voice-of-customer advocate to shape business plans and technical platform decisions.

  • Leading cross-functional projects with significant organizational impact.

  • Building relationships with key opinion leaders, industry partners, and strategic customers.

  • Negotiating contracts and renewal arrangements to the benefit of AAT

  • Providing mentorship, guidance, across the organization.

  • Representing the company at industry conferences, scientific meetings, and customer engagements.

  • Entry of all activity into sf.com on a weekly basis

Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree or equivalent

  • 4+ years of relevant CDMO industry/partnership experience; 5+ years is preferred

  • Demonstrate a history of influencing business development and sales, driving commercial growth, and guiding complex initiatives within the biopharmaceutical & complex chemistry sectors

Additional Details

This job has a full time weekly schedule. It includes the option to work remotely. Applications for this job will be accepted until at least September 11, 2026 or until the job is no longer posted. It is sales incentive eligible.

The full-time equivalent pay range for this position is $147,675.00 - $295,350.00/yr plus eligibility for bonus, stock and benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locations

Agilent Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and merit-based employer that values individuals of all backgrounds at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, religion or religious creed, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, local law, ordinance, or regulation and will not be discriminated against on these bases. Agilent Technologies, Inc., is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive in the workplace where everyone is welcome, and strives to support candidates with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance with any part of the application or interview process or have questions about workplace accessibility, please email [email protected] or contact +1-262-754-5030. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please visit www.agilent.com/en/accessibility.Travel Required: 35% of the TimeShift: DayDuration: No End DateJob Function: Sales

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree or equivalent
  • 4+ years of relevant CDMO industry or partnership experience
  • Existing contact base with pharmaceutical market decision-makers in North America
  • History of influencing business development and sales and driving commercial growth in biopharmaceutical and complex chemistry sectors
  • Experience guiding complex initiatives
  • 5+ years of relevant CDMO industry or partnership experience

Agilent Technologies Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Agilent Technologies and has not been reviewed or approved by Agilent Technologies.

  • Retirement Support The core U.S. package highlights a generous 401(k) match as a strength. Retirement programs are positioned as competitive within the company’s total rewards.
  • Equity Value & Accessibility An Employee Stock Purchase Plan at a discount provides accessible equity and augments total compensation. Ownership opportunities are presented as a notable advantage alongside retirement benefits.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Flexible Time Off, company holidays, a personal holiday, and paid volunteer time create a broad leave offering. Time off can accrue into multiple weeks in the first year, supporting flexibility.

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