Director New Business Development - Northwest Region at Siegfried AG United States

Pennsville, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Sep, 26

Salary

197000.0

Posted On

22 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

New Business Development, Pharmaceutical Sales, API Manufacturing, CDMO Industry Knowledge, Market Research, Stakeholder Management, Contract Negotiation, Strategic Planning, Client Relationship Management, Proposal Preparation, Entrepreneurial Mindset, Communication Skills

Industry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Description

"Expect to grow", personally and professionally: At Siegfried, we offer exciting challenges and ample opportunities to showcase your talents. As a trusted and respected partner to the pharmaceutical industry, we uphold the highest standards in safety, quality and sustainability, while fostering a culture that empowers you to thrive. Join a rapidly expanding global company, where diverse perspectives and experiences come together in a collaborative environment. Here, you'll find a workplace that values both collective success and your individual contributions—offering long-term opportunities to grow and make an impact. Your Role: Our Role New Business Target customers in the broader geographical area of the North-West Region (North of San Francisco, Washington and some parts of Canada), including emerging, mid-size, and large pharmaceutical companies with mid/late-stage clinical development projects and commercial API products. Formulate and implement New Business Development (NBD) strategies based on market research and industry insights. Engage in Siegfried social marketing activities to raise awareness of company offerings and planned events. Support client visits to the various sites within Siegfried's global manufacturing network. Stakeholder Management Orchestrate mutual efforts with our global and local departments to grow our business. Plan and align with our customers on their requirements, forecasts, and firm orders to help ensure the seamless execution of their new API business within our global network. Work with technical teams to evaluate and assess new projects enabling the preparation and submission of written proposals. Develop contracts with new customers (in conjunction with Siegfried departments involved) and remain responsible for their monitoring and compliance. Your Profile: Director, New Business Development – API & Drug Substance (CDMO) The Siegfried Group is a global life science company with a network of 13 sites in Europe, the USA, and Asia. Siegfried offers contract development and manufacturing of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced intermediates and has sales of more than CHF 1.3 billion Swiss Francs. Siegfried Holding AG employs over 3,900 people and is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (SIX: SFZN). Purpose of Position This role is strategically important to our company's mission. You will be key to continuing our remarkable growth story by expanding an already robust and diverse client base of innovator companies. As Director, you will drive business growth for a global leader in the expanding CDMO market with a focus on drug substance (API). Your Role New Business Target customers in the broader geographical area of the North-West Region (North of San Francisco, Washington and some parts of Canada), including emerging, mid-size, and large pharmaceutical companies with mid/late-stage clinical development projects and commercial API products. Formulate and implement New Business Development (NBD) strategies based on market research and industry insights. Engage in Siegfried social marketing activities to raise awareness of company offerings and planned events. Support client visits to the various sites within Siegfried's global manufacturing network. Stakeholder Management Orchestrate mutual efforts with our global and local departments to grow our business. Plan and align with our customers on their requirements, forecasts, and firm orders to help ensure the seamless execution of their new API business within our global network. Work with technical teams to evaluate and assess new projects enabling the preparation and submission of written proposals. Develop contracts with new customers (in conjunction with Siegfried departments involved) and remain responsible for their monitoring and compliance. Your Profile Knowledge and Experience Minimum of 5 years of sales experience within a pharmaceutical CDMO, with strong knowledge of drug substance (API) manufacturing. Any further knowledge of the API services pharmaceutical industry (business development, sales, R&D, production, project management) will be an advantage. BSc / MSc / PhD degree in chemistry, natural sciences, or chemical engineering is preferred. Soft Skills Driven and possessing an entrepreneurial mindset. You enjoy strong teamwork but can also work autonomously to achieve your goals. A high degree of resilience and determination is essential, as the industry is competitive and requires the ability to effectively convey Siegfried's value proposition. Strong communication skills and the ability to work with both domestic and international colleagues. Other Requirements Around 30% travel will be required as part of the role. located in the US, with the flexibility to travel regularly to the North West region. Working at Siegfried Flexible location paired with remote working. Flexible working hours. A generous Employee Stock Purchase Plan. A generous and stable pension scheme. Other benefits aligned with local social security systems. We are a growing global company with Swiss roots and 150 years of history. Your Benefits: Working at Siegfried Flexible location paired with remote working. Flexible working hours. A generous Employee Stock Purchase Plan. A generous and stable pension scheme. Other benefits aligned with local social security systems. We are a growing global company with Swiss roots and 150 years of history Additional Benefits Competitive performance-based bonus Employee Share Matching Plan 401(k) Match Medical, Dental, and Vision Offerings Life, Sickness and Accident insurance, and Long-term disability Increased Voluntary Life Insurance (employee and family) (optional) The anticipated salary for this role will be between $158,000 - 197,000 Founded in 1873 in Zofingen, Switzerland, Siegfried has grown into a global network of 16 sites across three continents. With a team of more than 4,200 highly skilled professionals, we take the innovations of our pharmaceutical customers to industrial scale and manufacture safe drugs for patients worldwide. As a fully integrated CDMO, Siegfried is one of the few organizations today that can carry out the development and manufacturing of APIs and finished dosage forms under one roof. This unique combination of know-how and experience makes us the most trusted partner in the pharmaceutical industry. Application Submission & Screening: Share your qualifications and enthusiasm through our application process. We review each submission to identify candidates whose skills best match the role. Initial Interview: We’ll explore your background, aspirations, and how you could contribute to our mission and culture. On-Site Interview: If possible, we invite you to meet us in person, connect with future colleagues, and get a feel for our workspace. Offer Stage: Congrats! If selected, you'll receive a detailed offer including compensation, benefits, and the exciting opportunities ahead. Onboarding: After you accept, we’ll guide you through a smooth, tailored onboarding experience to help you settle into your new role. Feedback & Improvement: Your feedback helps us continuously improve and enhance the candidate experience for others. 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Responsibilities

Drive business growth by targeting pharmaceutical companies in the North-West region to expand the client base for drug substance (API) services. Formulate NBD strategies, manage stakeholders, and oversee the development of contracts and technical proposals.