Description
Business Development Manager (Life Sciences / Fermentation / FoodTech)
Remote – Preference for candidates based in North Carolina or RTP area
Salary: Competitive + growth potential up to Director level
Salary: $80,000-$100,000/year
Remote, candidate needs to be based in RTP NC
About the Role:
We're seeking an ambitious and strategically minded Business Development Manager to drive growth for a rapidly expanding life sciences company specializing in fermentation, agricultural, and food technology. This individual will start by managing and closing business development deals, with a clear growth path toward becoming Director of U.S. Operations and building out a BD team.
Key Responsibilities:
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Identify, engage, and close new business opportunities within fermentation, ag-biotech, and food tech markets.
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Build and maintain long-term client relationships, with a focus on RTP and broader U.S. life sciences networks.
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Develop strategic partnerships and support company expansion into increased facility and operational scale.
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Collaborate cross-functionally to align business goals with technical capabilities and customer needs.
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Lead sales negotiations and manage the deal-closing process from proposal through execution.
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Contribute to company visibility and reputation within the biotechnology, fermentation, and agricultural technology sectors.
Qualifications:
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2–5 years of proven success in business development, account management, or sales within life sciences or related technical industries.
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MSc or advanced degree in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or related field strongly preferred.
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Strong understanding of the RTP (Research Triangle Park) biotech ecosystem and key industry players.
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Excellent communication, relationship-building, and negotiation skills.
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Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to grow into a leadership role as the U.S. BD function scales.
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