Sr.) BD Manager, Bay Area, CA

Founded in 2002 in New Jersey, GenScript Biotech Corporation accelerates innovation in biotech and healthcare by providing researchers and companies with the building blocks needed to develop groundbreaking treatments and products. Guided by its mission to Make People and Nature Healthier Through Biotechnology, and its role as a well-recognized biotechnology company, GenScript has a team of approximately 6,165 employees and has served more than 200,000 customers across over 100 countries and regions.

Pro Bio is the subsidiary of GenScript Biotech Corporation, proactively providing end-to-end CDMO service from drug discovery to commercialization with proactive strategies, professional solutions and efficient processes in antibody protein drugs, Cell and Gene Therapy, vaccines, etc., to accelerate drug development for customers, Pro Bio’s Antibody Drug Discovery (ADD) service & solutions cover monoclonal Ab lead generation using various platforms & technologies (hybridoma, human combo phage display library, single B cell, humanized mice, single domain Ab), lead characterization via various in vitro function assays and in vivo efficacy models, and lead optimization (humanization, PTM removal, affinity maturation, develop ability assessment & engineering), as well as construction and characterization of Ab based therapeutic modalities (Bispecific Abs, ADCs and CAR-Ts).

The Business Development Manager is responsible for driving sales growth within the assigned territory by promoting Pro Bio's Cell & Gene Therapy (CGT) CDMO services, with a focus on Plasmid DNA, AAV, Lentiviral Vector (LVV), and related process development and GMP manufacturing services. The role will develop strategic customer relationships, identify new business opportunities, and support customers from early development through commercialization.

• Develop and execute a strategic territory growth plan for Cell & Gene Therapy CDMO services.
• Identify, qualify, and develop new business opportunities across biotech, pharma, and academia.
• Build trusted relationships with scientific, technical, and executive stakeholders.
• Provide consultative recommendations for Plasmid DNA, AAV, LVV, Process Development, Analytical Development, and GMP Manufacturing.
• Lead commercial discussions with SMEs, Technical Account Managers, and Operations teams.
• Prepare proposals, negotiate agreements, and support contract execution.
• Maintain an accurate pipeline and forecast while achieving territory objectives.
• Monitor customer pipelines, funding activity, industry trends, and competitive intelligence.
• Represent Pro Bio at conferences and partnering events.
• Share market intelligence with Commercial, Marketing, and Leadership teams.

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in Life Sciences or related field.
• Over 3 years of Business Development or commercial experience within biotech, pharma, CRO, or CDMO industries.
• Experience in Cell & Gene Therapy, viral vectors, plasmid DNA, biologics, or advanced therapies strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated success in consultative technical sales and complex opportunity management.
• Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.

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Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan with a company match that vests fully on day one. We offer paid parental leave after just three (3) months of employment, and a paid time off policy that includes vacation time, personal time, sick time, floating holidays, and company holidays. Additional benefits include flexible spending and health savings accounts, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, legal assistance, and supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance.

We also provide commuter benefits, well-being initiatives, and peer-to-peer recognition programs; demonstrating our ongoing commitment to building a culture where our people feel empowered, supported, and inspired to do their best work.

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