Director of Business Development, Modena Client: Planet Pharma Location: Modena Job Category: Other EU work permit required: Yes Job Reference: 6922191837411147776337112 Job Views: 2 Posted: 05.05.2025 Expiry Date: 19.06.2025 Job Description: Title: Director of Business Development Planet Pharma, a leading global full-service CRO, is seeking an experienced and dynamic Director of Business Development to join their team in Modena! Main Responsibilities: Identify and evaluate potential business opportunities in Italy. Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders through regular in-person engagement. Understand clients’ challenges and develop effective account strategies. Enhance the company's business development strategy by refining target markets, optimizing sales processes, and increasing conversion rates. Drive revenue growth by exceeding sales targets aligned with company objectives. Main Requirements: Over 6 years of experience in sales and account management within full-service CRO sales. Strong connections with decision-makers in the life sciences sector. Experience engaging with senior executives and C-suite leaders. Proven success in negotiating and closing complex deals. Excellent communication, presentation, and persuasion skills. Ability to identify client challenges and provide strategic solutions swiftly. Highly organized, deadline-oriented, and capable of managing multiple sales stages. Possession of a BA, MBA, or equivalent relevant experience. Interested? Apply now for immediate consideration or contact Maria Tsalpatourou at [emailprotected]. Planet Pharma is an American-based employment business providing global staffing services with headquarters in Chicago and an EMEA regional office in Central London. We operate in over 30 countries with a network of 2500 active contractors and offer permanent/direct hire recruitment services. Recognized by FORBES as the 17th best professional staffing firm, we have received multiple industry awards for excellence. Our expertise spans Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, QA, QC, Submissions, Clinical Development, Quality, Biostatistics, and Medical Affairs/Writing. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. J-18808-Ljbffr