Business Development Director (all genders)

Evotec, Nether Alderley, Cheshire East

Business Development Director (all genders)

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Evotec, Nether Alderley, Cheshire East

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Remote working

Posted today, 3 May | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

Job ref: 319fa452b35845c896248cbfea80f8d9

Location ref: Nether Alderley, Cheshire East

Full Job Description

  • Strategic Revenue Growth: Own the business development strategy for the territory, targeting high-value clients and focusing on the sales of fee for service solutions but also closing complex, multi-service deals. Manage a number of the more significant accounts in the territory and identify opportunities for future growth.
  • Brand Leadership: Elevate Evotec's brand recognition and position the company as a preferred provider for discovery and development services.
  • Field Engagement: Spend 40-50% of your time with clients, leading presentations, negotiations, and establishing yourself as the primary point of contact for Evotec in the territory.
  • Mentorship: Guide, mentor, and support junior BD team members, fostering skill development and a collaborative approach to sales.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Operations and Marketing to ensure seamless project delivery, expand service offerings, and maximize client satisfaction.
  • Sales Planning & Execution: Develop and execute comprehensive sales strategies, track performance metrics, and provide insights to senior leadership., Manage important client relationships and close complex deals that drive long-term revenue.
  • Have the opportunity to mentor junior team members and develop people management skills.
  • Work at the forefront of drug discovery and development innovation.

    5+ years of experience in business development or sales within the contract research (highly preferred) / life sciences sector, with a proven record of closing complex high-value deals and nurturing high potential accounts
  • Strong understanding of drug discovery pathways and client requirements.
  • Proven ability to identify opportunities, assess value, and develop tailored sales strategies.
  • Superior communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data, develop persuasive proposals, and support strategic decision-making.
  • Entrepreneurial, strategic thinker, capable of operating in a consultative and highly competitive sales environment.
  • Knowledge of the Nordic Territory is essential

    Evotec is a global leader in drug discovery and development solutions.

Direct job link

https://www.jobs24.co.uk/job/business-development-director-all-genders-126786666