Associate Director Business Development

Associate Director Business DevelopmentLocation: This role is fully remote, offering flexibility to work from any location with reliable internet access, highly preferred to be on the East Coast in Massachusetts.;What you will get: The full-time base annual salary for this position is expected to range between $150,000 to $200,000. In addition, below you will find a comprehensive summary of the benefits package we offer:Performance-related bonus.Medical, dental and vision insurance.401(k) matching plan.Life insurance, as well as short-term and long-term disability insurance.Employee assistance programs.Paid time off (PTO).Compensation for this role will be determined by the candidate’s qualifications, skills, experience, and relevant knowledge.What will you do:We are seeking an Associate Director, Business Development – Integrated Biologics Division to drive new business growth across Lonza's biologics service offerings, including Early Development Services, Mammalian Manufacturing, and Drug Product capabilities. This role will be responsible for developing strategic customer relationships, generating new opportunities, and executing a territory growth strategy focused on the U.S. Northeast region. The successful candidate will serve as a trusted commercial partner to prospective customers across the biologic’s development and commercialization lifecycle.Develop and execute a territory business plan to achieve revenue, pipeline, and growth objectives across the Integrated Biologics DivisionIdentify, engage, and acquire new customer relationships within biotechnology and pharmaceutical organizations, from early-stage companies to mid-sized biotechsBuild and maintain strong relationships with scientific, technical, operational, and executive-level stakeholders within target accountsPromote Lonza's biologics capabilities and value proposition across Early Development, Mammalian Manufacturing, and Drug Product Manufacturing and servicesLead customer discussions, presentations, proposals, and commercial negotiations to advance opportunities and secure new business awardsCollaborate closely with Marketing, Technical Experts, Program Management, and Commercial colleagues to develop customer strategies and support opportunity advancementMonitor market trends, competitive activity, and customer needs to identify growth opportunities and strengthen Lonza's market positionMaintain accurate pipeline, account, and opportunity information within Salesforce while providing timely forecasts and business updatesWhat we are looking for: Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Business, or a related field; advanced degree preferredMinimum of 8 years of experience in biotechnology, pharmaceutical, CDMO, or life sciences industries, including business development, sales, account management, or commercial leadership responsibilitiesProven track record of securing new business and achieving or exceeding commercial growth targets in complex, high-value sales environmentsStrong understanding of biologics drug development, manufacturing, and commercialization processes, including drug substance and drug product servicesExperience selling or supporting CDMO services, contract manufacturing, development services, or related biologics outsourcing solutionsExcellent communication, negotiation, presentation, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to effectively engage stakeholders ranging from scientists to C-suite executivesExperience working within cross-functional and matrix organizations to advance opportunities and deliver customer-focused solutionsStrong business acumen, strategic thinking, and proficiency with Salesforce CRM and Microsoft Office applicationsExperience working with biologics, mammalian cell culture, drug substance manufacturing, drug product manufacturing, or related biopharmaceutical technologies preferredWillingness and ability to travel up to 50% to customer sites, industry events, and Lonza locationsAbout LonzaAt Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.SummaryLocation: US - Portsmouth, NH - REMOTEType: Full time