Director of Business Development

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The field of gene therapy is growing rapidly and Genezen is here to meet the exacting needs of our clients. We provide process development, produce GMP viral vectors, and provide cell transduction for gene and cell therapy clinical trials and are proud to be a part of the process that leads to new cures. WORKING AT GENEZEN Many people have worked in environments where you feel like just another nameless part of an enormous machine. Genezen is different. We want our employees to be innovative, collaborative problem solvers who are dedicated to meeting the challenges of working at a fast-growing company. We are dedicated to empowering our employees to be their best and making Genezen a rewarding place to work. Every employee contributes to the success of the company and you can be part of that team. JOB SUMMARY Work closely with the Commercial team to implement Genezen's overall business development strategy. That includes identifying and engaging new prospective CDMO clients, coordinating client visits and proposals, negotiating agreements, maintaining a relationship with current clients, and achieving sales objectives. This role requires a thorough understanding of viral vector development, manufacture and regulations used for gene therapy and gene modified cell therapies, as well as a demonstrated ability to influence positive outcomes without direct reporting authority. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Understand the overarching business development strategy, sales processes, structure, and desired customer experience Identify and engage with new prospective clients using sources such as databases, publications, market analysis, trade shows, and contacts Generate new leads, contact decision-makers, and screen and qualify potential new business opportunities Lead and work closely with the commercial and technical teams to progress potential customers through the sales process (technical calls, RFP, proposals, visits, contracting, etc.) Lead customer meetings/business due diligence evaluations Advise on proposal generation for assigned opportunities and accounts, including detailed RFP responses and proposal development, including inputs from scientific and operations teams Work with commercial leadership to drive negotiation of agreements and achieve sales objectives Document pipeline effectively in CRM, maintain prospect databases, and provide forecasting data Contribute to the implementation of marketing initiatives, including providing market information, distributing materials, and attending trade shows Monitor and evaluate industry trends and customer drivers as well as internal capabilities and technologies Demonstrate exemplary skills in leadership, communication, and account/relationship management while maintaining extremely high quality and efficiency standards SPECIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS Adaptability required as work schedule may change based on business needs, including flexibility for different time zones Criminal background check required Other duties as assigned Up to 50% travel requirement KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS / LICENSES Essential/Desired BS in Biology, Biochemistry, or Chemistry Essential Advanced Degree in the life sciences and/or business Desired ON-THE-JOB EXPERIENCE 5+ years of sales/technical experience or client relationship experience, ideally in a bio-manufacturing or CDMO environment Essential Experience with CRM Software Essential Biologics experience specifically with gene and cell therapies Desired Experience within a regulated environment and ability to interact effectively with process development and quality assurance/quality control professionals Desired Experience with negotiating long-term commercial contracts; strong negotiation skills Desired SKILLS / ABILITIES Strong influencing skills and attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities and projects across functions Essential Tact and diplomacy Essential High levels of initiative, self-motivation, and energy with an ability to work well within a commercial team Essential Highly organized with an ability to manage complex information and work effectively to deadlines Essential Ambitious, performance-oriented, and able to work independently Essential PAY RANGE: The annual salary range for this position is Base: $165,000-$185,000. In addition to base, is inclusive of a robust commission-based incentive plan. PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to meet the following physical demands: Work Environment Regularly sit for long periods of time Movement Repeated hand movements, typing, use of keyboard and mouse Frequently required to stand; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms Occasionally required to walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl Lifting Frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds Occasionally lift and/or move u

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