Anacura, a family-owned, growing center of excellence in healthcare with over 250 employees consists of 3 independent laboratories: Labo Nuytinck, active in medical analytics and AnaBioTec and, active in drug development. The labs have their main activities in a state-of-art anacura building set in a green environment near Ghent, Belgium.
AnaBioTec provides analytical services for characterization, assay development and quality assessment of novel and established medicines, ranging from synthetic molecules and biologics, to cell & gene therapies. With more than 20 years of experience we proudly contribute to these medicines of tomorrow by helping our customers to accelerate their drug development journey. We support startups, biotech as well as large pharma companies worldwide from pre-clinical drug development, through clinical phases I, II, III all the way to commercial drugs. We take proud in our flexibility, diligence and science thereby operating as an extension of our clients with tailored resources and pro-active, science driven advice. To achieve all this, AnaBioTec is set-up as a workspace with open doors where all our employees are encouraged to continuously improve & grow, are taken care of as valuable assets and are welcomed to actively contribute to the goals of AnaBioTec.
In the context of continued growth, we are looking for a
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
Function
As a Business Development Manager
* You develop unique selling propositions in the field of analytical services with a focus on biologics using your knowledge of the (European) biopharmaceutical market.
* You maintain active relationships with clients and prospects to ensure sales outcome. This includes analytical packages, pricing, regulatory requirements and timing based on close interaction with the customer and internal stakeholders.
* You report to the Managing Director of AnaBioTec and work with internal stakeholders to design solutions in line with customer needs.
* You represent AnaBioTec at international industry events, workshops and conferences.
* You negotiate with prospects and customers to close sales deals.
* You have scientific and technological insights in biopharmaceutical development.
* You actively do market prospection identifying new strategic BD areas in line with the overall BD strategy and undertake actions to extend the customer portfolio in this new area.
* You define strategic partnerships in accordance with our value proposition to broaden the analytical solutions offered to the customers.
Profile
* You have a PhD (e.g. Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Bioengineering) or are equivalent through experience. You have preferably 5 years or more of experience in R&D Pharma or Biotech, with a focus on biologics.
* Experience in a Business Development role and having a broad network in the life sciences sector is a must.
* You demonstrate scientific curiosity and thrive in a matrix organization and a dynamic environment.
* You have excellent communication and collaboration skills.
* You are flexible, able to work independent, yet also a strong team player.
* You are fluent in English and you have a working knowledge of Dutch. French is an asset.
* You are willing to travel occasionally.
Offer
* You will be part of the anacura group, a family owned, long term focused and ambitious laboratory organization.
* You will join a dynamic team and have a position with autonomy and responsibility with opportunities to take initiatives to support further growth.
* You will be offered a competitive salary with fringe benefits, a green work environment and the possibility to join our bike lease program, flexible working hours, a healthy lunch, and a pleasant fun club.
* You are stimulated in your personal growth; we build on your talents in accordance with our ambitions.
Interested
Your application will be considered with the greatest confidentiality. For additional information please contact Cindy Bogaert:
Please apply before January Introductory interviews will continue from January
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