Director of Business Development

Allerton Bishop is proud to be supporting a

leading pharmaceutical logistics provider

as they appoint a

Business Development Director

to lead commercial growth across the

DACH region (Germany, Austria, Switzerland) .

This is a senior, high-impact role focused on winning and developing strategic relationships across pharmaceutical, biotech, and life-sciences customers, with particular emphasis on

GxP-regulated logistics, cold chain, and complex supply solutions .

RESPONSIBILITIES:

As Business Development Director, you will take full ownership of the DACH commercial agenda, working closely with global and regional leadership to expand market presence and drive sustainable revenue growth.

Owning and executing the

DACH business development strategy. Developing senior-level relationships across pharma, biotech, and life sciences. Identifying, shaping, and closing

complex logistics and supply chain solutions. Leading long-cycle, consultative sales processes with multiple stakeholders. As the

Director of Business Development , you will collaborating with operations, quality, and global commercial teams to ensure delivery excellence. Representing the business at industry events, conferences, and client forums.

CANDIDATE PROFILE:

Proven experience in

business development or commercial leadership

within

pharmaceutical logistics, supply chain, or related life-sciences services Strong understanding of

GDP, GxP, cold chain, and regulated environments A successful track record of winning and growing

strategic DACH accounts Fluency in

German and English

(essential)

Business Development Director – Life Sciences Logistics | Commercial Director – Pharmaceutical Logistics (DACH) | Regional Commercial Director – DACH | Director of Business Development – Pharma Supply Chain | Head of Business Development – DACH (Pharma Logistics) | Head of Commercial – Life Sciences Logistics | Sales Director – Pharmaceutical & Healthcare Logistics | Regional Sales Director – Life Sciences (DACH) | GDP Compliance | GxP Environment | Cold Chain Compliance