Technical Sales / Business Development Manager

About the Role

Drive commercial growth for a seed-stage biotechnology ingredients company. You will connect the technical team with buyers at supplement brands and contract manufacturers, turning qualified leads into long-term customer partnerships.

What You'll Do

• Build relationships with prospective and existing customers in the nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, and related ingredient markets.
• Manage B2B sales and business development opportunities from initial discussions through to long-term partnerships.
• Translate technical product information into relevant customer conversations, working closely with the laboratory team.
• Develop the commercial pipeline through industry events, distributors, and your professional network.
• Travel as needed to meet customers and attend relevant industry events.

What We're Looking For

• Two to four years of experience in B2B sales, key account management, or business development in raw materials, supplements, pharmaceuticals, or a related field.
• Experience selling technical ingredients or products, ideally in nutraceuticals, pharmaceuticals, biochemistry, or functional food ingredients.
• A completed degree in a natural science or technical discipline, or a comparable qualification. Relevant fields include food technology, pharmacy, biotechnology, chemistry, and life sciences-focused business administration.
• Fluent English and willingness to travel; German proficiency is an advantage.
• Knowledge of the relevant ingredient market, including its customers, distributors, and industry events.
• CRM experience and startup or scale-up experience are useful. Experience with cyclodextrin formulation is also an advantage.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation is €60,000 to €80,000 annually. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Location

On-site in Regensburg, Bavaria, Germany.