Business Developer – Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology Industries

Syspro Automation is an engineering company focused on GMP Automation, working globally with offices in Spain, Portugal, Switzerland and the United States.

We are looking for a highly driven and strategically minded Business Developer to accelerate our growth within the European Life Sciences sector, specifically in Switzerland and Ireland.

Main responsibilities:

• Identify and develop new business opportunities within the Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology industries.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders and decision-makers in Life Sciences companies.
• Promote Industrial Automation Engineering, CSV Consulting and Technical Services solutions tailored to GMP environments.
• Develop commercial strategies to expand Syspro Automation’s presence in Switzerland and Ireland.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to prepare client proposals and customized solutions.
• Manage the full sales cycle, from lead generation to contract negotiation and closing.
• Represent the company at industry meetings, networking events and client visits.

Required skills and experience:

• Minimum of 8 years of proven sales or business development experience within Industrial Automation Engineering, CSV Consulting, or Technical Services directly serving the Pharmaceutical/Biotech sector.
• Professional with a solid track record in the sector who brings an extensive, well-established network of industry contacts and proven references.
• Deep familiarity with Life Sciences manufacturing environments, technical terminologies (DCS, PLC, Batch processing), and regulatory frameworks (GMP, GAMP 5, 21 CFR Part 11).
• Experience with Emerson Delta
  
  V and/or Siemens PCS7 services is a major plus.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently and proactively in an international environment.
• Proficiency in English (written and spoken) and German.
• Availability to travel frequently within Switzerland and Ireland.

We offer:

• Permanent contract.
• Integration into a young and highly skilled international team.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous training.