Global Business Development Director - All gendersBIOCODEX

Biocodex is a French family-owned pharmaceutical company headquartered in Gentilly, near Paris, France. The company was founded in 1953 to develop and market the world's first probiotic yeast strain, Saccharomyces boulardii CNCM I-745®, discovered in 1923.

Building on relationships established for nearly 70 years with healthcare professionals, the Biocodex teams work daily for the health of all and focus their activities around three main areas: Microbiota, Orphan diseases, Women's health.

With more than 1,800 employees, Biocodex generated net revenues of above €634 million in 2024, including 32% in France and 68% internationally. The group is present in more than 100 countries through wholly owned subsidiaries in 17 countries and a network of distributors worldwide.

The Global Business Development Director will be part of the Global Business Development Team and report directly to the Chief BD Officer (CBDO).

The Director will lead activities related to due diligence and execution on Business Development opportunities across therapeutical areas and stages of product development.

Primary purpose of this role is to ensure Business Development opportunities and transactions are aligned with Biocodex's overall corporate strategy while maintaining close working relationships with fellow members of all key internal stakeholders to ensure alignment in process and execution.

The Director will establish a robust reputation for Biocodex in Business Development and increase Biocodex visibility of partner-of-choice for assets across the globe.

Your responsibilities

* Collaborate with the CBDO to optimize deal flow (process and execution), Business Development strategy and visibility of Biocodex as partner-of-choice across Biocodex Therapeutic Areas (TA)

* Lead due diligence, structure and negotiate transactions, including in/out-licensing deals, product acquisitions, strategic partnerships and M&As

* Actively partner with senior leaders and key stakeholder functions (including but not limited to Operations, Customer Experience, R&D, Medical, Finance, Legal, Manufacturing) to:

(a) Establish Business Development strategy & goals in alignment with overall business/corporate strategy and objectives

(b) Ensure high-quality due diligences

(c) Execute value-add deals

* Ensure appropriate documentation of due diligence findings, and review and approval by respective functions.

* Lead contract negotiations and work cross-functionally with colleagues from all stakeholder functions (including but not limited to Legal, IP, Finance, R&D, Commercial and Manufacturing) to ensure high quality contracts are negotiated and executed to protect future interests of BIOCODEX business

* Provide concise and accurate updates and documentation to senior management (and committees involving members from the Board of Directors when necessary) for deal review and decision-making. Coordinate internal appropriate Governance.

* Contribute actively to business strategy through analysis of evolving market, R&D/competitive landscape and BIOCODEX overall corporate strategy and objectives

* Interface with key stakeholder functions within BIOCODEX as well as with executives outside BIOCODEX including individuals at the level of Chairman and CEO

* Maintain professional network with external companies and advisors including attendance at appropriate conferences and other industry events.



WHY BIOCODEX

Our four values are driving forces and bonds for all teams: we play collectively; we shape fair relations; we dare to innovate; we care for our ecosystem.

At Biocodex, we do not discriminate on the basis of gender, age, disability, nationality or sexual orientation. In fact, we welcome diversity, which we recognize as a source of strength for the company.

At Biocodex, our CSR approach is an holistic one to reconcile the « 4P's »: « People, Planet, Profit and Purpose » and we also ensure that our employees are provided with necessary and relevant tools for both their personal and professional development, while offering them competitive advantages and services.



Join us!

Biocodex HQ

OTHERS INFORMATIONS :

Type of contract : CDI

Status : cadre

Location : Gentilly (accessible ligne 4, Rer B, Tram T3a)

Desired integration date: asap

Perks & Benefits: I/P, telework, transport costs covered (70%) ...

Position open to people with disabilities

Education / Certifications:

* Master's degree required (Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biology or Medicine).

Master's in finance or MBA desirable



Experience:

* Experience confirmed (15 years) in the pharmaceutical industry with a strong track record of executing BD deals

* Extensive experience in identifying, assessing, and leading due diligence of external opportunities in a business development or equivalent function

* Strong people management skills in a cross functional environment

* Experience of several therapeutic areas ideal

* Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate ideas and motivate others to accomplish challenging goals and objectives

* Open-minded with a strong understanding of global cultures and the ability to work effectively in multicultural environments.

* Fluent English, French is a plus