Business Development Manager
Oakville, Ontario, Canada
Full-time, Monday to Friday

Located in Oakville, Ontario, Canada, GL CHEMTEC INTERNATIONAL (GLC) is a progressive, discovery phase contract research organization. We focus on the custom synthesis of fine chemicals, intermediates, active pharmaceutical ingredients, and new materials for the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and materials science industries. Our ~30,000 square foot facilities house our R&D and analytical laboratories, pilot plant process suites, as well as our class 6 cleanroom

For over a decade, we have worked with clients at home and abroad to deliver innovative chemistry solutions to their complex challenges. Our specialties include the synthesis of small molecules, synthetic route development and optimization, scale-up, air-sensitive chemistry, polymer chemistry and advanced analytical services.

We have since expanded our core competencies to include the delivery of new technologies to the materials science industries and prototyping. We will continue to push boundaries to remain an industry front-runner and a leader in taking new technologies from concept to commercialization.

GL CHEMTEC credits its talented team for its ability to find solutions to complex problems, quickly. We have an integrated and dynamic team with transferable skills and experience in multiple disciplines. With access to a rare arsenal of high-tech equipment, GL CHEMTEC stands apart from the competition as a leading chemistry solution provider. We are committed to DEI.

GL CHEMTEC INTERNATIONAL is proud to be ISO 13485:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 certified.

Job Description:

Major duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. 

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Identify and prospect potential customers, prepare and deliver tailored presentations showcasing our solutions, and close deals to drive business growth.
• Utilize strong interpersonal skills when negotiating contracts and/or bids and build long-term, mutually beneficial relationships with potential external partners.
• Effectively liaise and support external and internal client/team relationships.
• Achieve a high-level of customer satisfaction through communication and effective follow-up.
• Stay up to date on current marketplace conditions in order to effectively promote GL CHEMTEC’s services.
• Participate in marketing activities and trade shows.
• Assist upper management in identifying market potential by evaluating client requirements, competitors’ share, and competitors’ advantages and weaknesses.
• Use CRM management software on a daily basis.
• Perform other duties as may be reasonably assigned in the course of business.

Qualifications Skills & Abilities:

•  M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry, or another related scientific discipline preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of sales experience in discovery, development and/or manufacturing of APIs.
• Experience in the CRO/CDMO industry of identifying new business opportunities with a track record in the successful closure of sales deals and a demonstrable network of contacts.
• Ability to develop strong technical proposals with assistance from internal technical staff.
• Understanding of industry pricing dynamics and competitive landscape.
• A positive and enthusiastic personality with good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong negotiating skills - necessary to promote complex services to sophisticated clients in the pharmaceutical, medical device, and biotechnology sectors.
• Able and willing to operate remotely, whilst remaining a key member of the GL CHEMTEC team.
• Able to travel up to 50 % of the time. 
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
• In-depth understanding of the pharmaceutical and biotech markets and decision-making dynamics within companies operating in this space.