We are partnering with a French industrial company undergoing rapid international expansion, specialised in high-value solutions for the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. We are looking for a Senior Business Development Manager to drive new market development, with a primary focus on North America.
- Define and deploy the international business development strategy.
- Identify new opportunities with major pharmaceutical accounts, biotechs and CDMOs.
- Develop the US and Canadian markets as a priority.
- Build and negotiate complex, long-term commercial partnerships.
- Contribute to strategic international development and implantation projects.
- Manage and support a commercial team.
- Collaborate closely with R&D, industrial teams and senior leadership.
- Represent the company at international trade shows and congresses.
- Higher education in business, engineering, pharmacy or life sciences.
- Minimum 8 years of experience in international business development.
- Background in pharma, biopharma, biotechnology, medical devices or primary packaging.
- Excellent knowledge of the North American market, particularly the US.
- Mastery of complex sales in a highly regulated environment.
- Experience in commercial management and strategic negotiations.
- Fluent English is mandatory.
- Leadership, autonomy and entrepreneurial mindset.
- Ideally based in Paris or the South-West of France. Frequent international travel — 50%+ of time.
We are partnering with a fast-growing European innovation company developing next-generation solutions for the AgriFood and Plant Health sectors. The mission: open and develop strategic accounts across Europe, build long-term partnerships, and help scale an emerging technology platform supporting more sustainable and data-driven crop production.
- Open and develop new business opportunities across Europe.
- Target strategic accounts across AgriFood, Plant Health, crop production and sustainable agriculture.
- Build relationships with key decision-makers: founders, owners, commercial leaders, innovation managers, technical directors and operational teams.
- Identify early adopters, strategic partners and commercial opportunities.
- Translate innovation into a clear business value proposition around performance, sustainability, efficiency and operational impact.
- Manage the full business development cycle from prospecting to negotiation and account development.
- Represent the company at trade shows, industry events and customer meetings across Europe.
- Provide market feedback to support positioning, go-to-market strategy and future commercial expansion.
- 3–5+ years of experience in business development, technical sales or strategic account management.
- Strong exposure to AgriTech, AgriFood, Plant Health, crop production, sustainable agriculture, climate tech, AI or technology-driven innovation.
- Proven network or experience with growers, AgriFood companies, crop production players or technology partners in agriculture-related markets.
- Strategic mindset with strong hands-on execution.
- Fluent English is mandatory. One or two additional European languages would be a strong plus.
- Based anywhere in Europe, ideally in a major city with strong international connections.
- Regular travel across Europe required.
We are currently looking for a Junior Account Manager to join an international company developing its commercial activity across the Benelux region. The position combines account management and business development, with responsibility for existing customer relationships and identifying new commercial opportunities across Belgium and the Netherlands.
- Bachelor's degree minimum — scientific, technical or commercial background.
- Ideally 1–2 years of experience in sales, account management or business development within a scientific industry.
- Previous sales experience is preferred but strong junior profiles will also be considered.
- Comfortable managing customer relationships while developing new business opportunities.
- Fluent Dutch and English are required. French is a plus.
- Ideally based in Belgium; candidates based in the Netherlands also considered.
- Experience with diagnostic products or mycotoxins would be a strong advantage.
- Salary: €45K–€55K basic salary. Start: as soon as possible.
We are conducting a strategic recruitment for a specialist IVD client, looking for a Sales Director based in the Paris region to lead and develop their commercial operations in France and internationally.
- Proven experience in sales and business development within In Vitro Diagnostics — complemented by commercial team management experience.
- Strong knowledge of IVD / diagnostics environments; profiles from Medical Device / MedTech may also be considered.
- Commercial experience in France, with a strong preference for candidates who have also worked on international markets.
- Experience managing and developing distribution networks, partnerships or international distributors is a significant advantage.
- Ability to define and drive commercial strategy, grow revenues and support team performance.
- Scientific background required; specialisation or experience in microbiology would be particularly valued.
- Strong interpersonal skills, commercial leadership and ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial, international environment.
- Fluent professional English is mandatory.
- Location: Paris / Île-de-France. Compensation: according to experience and profile.
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