Sales Director, mRNA Targeted Delivery

Work Your Magic with us! Start your next chapter and join MilliporeSigma.

Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.  

This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US. 

Your Role

• Lead the strategic commercialization initiatives for the emerging business field of targeted mRNA delivery CDMO services
• Have an entrepreneurial mindset, be able to work independently and proactively
• Develop a holistic commercial strategy and implementation plan aligned with overall company goals
• Identify and develop leads, engage and negotiate with customers
• Collaborate closely with R&D scientists to understand technological requirements and gaps
• Connect effectively with customers and stakeholders in the biotech sector, particularly in gene therapy
• Refine the business model and influence R&D initiatives based on market dynamics, and drive impact without direct authority

Location: Billierca, MA; Onsite min 1x week (Hybrid)

Travel: <20%, International and Domestic

Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree with minimum of 8 years in commercial roles, preferably within the biotech, pharmaceutical, or CDMO sectors, with a strong focus on mRNA and lipid nanoparticle technologies OR
• MS Degree with 6 years in a commercial role or PhD/MBA with 5 years in commerical role

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree (PhD, MBA, or equivalent) 
• Customer Engagement: Strong networking skills to build and maintain relationships with key customers and stakeholders in the biotech sector.
• Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with the mRNA LNP field and established connections within the biotech industry preferred.
• Strategic Thinking: Proven ability to develop and implement comprehensive commercial strategies for emerging business areas.
• Collaboration Skills: Experience working with R&D teams to understand technological advancements and translate them into commercial opportunities.
• Implementation: Ability to initiate and follow through, focus on accomplishing pre-defined targets

What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and believe that it drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!
 
Apply now and become a part of our diverse team!

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