Japan
Published on: November 13, 2026
This opportunity is with an international contract development and manufacturing organisation (CDMO) serving the pharmaceutical industry. The business supports customers with the development and manufacture of pharmaceutical products, combining technical expertise with a focus on reliable, high-quality delivery. Working in a business development role offers the chance to build relationships across the pharmaceutical sector and contribute to partnerships with customers in Japan and beyond. The environment is suited to someone who values collaboration, customer focus and the opportunity to connect commercial needs with specialist capabilities. As a permanent member of the team, you will have the scope to develop lasting customer relationships and play a part in the organisation’s continued growth.
As CDMO Business Development Manager, you will develop commercial opportunities and customer relationships in the contract development and manufacturing sector. You will identify potential customers, understand their needs and connect those needs with the organisation’s capabilities. The role involves managing opportunities from initial engagement through to proposal and agreement, while working closely with internal technical and operational colleagues to shape relevant solutions. You will maintain a strong understanding of customer priorities and market developments, using these insights to inform business development activity. Based in Tokyo, you will help strengthen the organisation’s presence in the Japanese market and build productive, long-term partnerships with pharmaceutical customers.
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