Spherical Search is working with a company operating within the rigid and flexible packaging space, supporting the growth of its pharmaceutical and drug-delivery business.

A leading organisation within the medical and pharmaceutical industry is seeking a Business Development Manager to support growth within the pharma and drug-delivery markets.

This role will focus on developing new business opportunities, expanding relationships with existing customers, and supporting the growth of innovative packaging solutions for the healthcare sector. The successful candidate will work with pharmaceutical companies and CDMOs, building strong customer partnerships and identifying opportunities for future growth.

What does the role involve?

• Identify and develop new pharmaceutical and CDMO customer opportunities
• Grow and expand relationships with existing key accounts
• Understand customer packaging requirements for new products and product transformations
• Present and educate customers on evolving product solutions
• Manage new product introductions, coordinating with internal pricing, operations, supply chain, and quality teams
• Oversee existing product portfolios to achieve commercial objectives, including:
  • Customer demand forecasting
  • Pricing coordination
  • Operational and logistical alignment
  • Quality assurance activities
• Develop and maintain strategic account plans for both existing and prospective customers
• Build long-term relationships with customers and key industry stakeholders
• Monitor customer agreements, identify opportunities for improvement, and support regular business reviews
• Stay informed on pharmaceutical market trends and translate insights into commercial actions
• Represent the organisation at industry networking events and trade shows

Are you the professional we are looking for?

We are looking for an ambitious and commercially minded professional with experience in a similar business development or account management role within healthcare, pharmaceutical, medical technology, packaging, or related industries.

Key requirements:

• Experience within the healthcare, pharmaceutical, drug-delivery, medical device, or packaging industries
• Strong network and understanding of pharmaceutical customers and B2B markets
• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, sales, engineering, or a related discipline preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in German and English
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management abilities
• Resilient, organised, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Willingness to travel extensively, including regular overnight stays (approximately 50–75%)
• Based in Germany, ideally within the southern region

This is an exciting opportunity for a driven business development professional to join a growing organisation and play a key role in expanding its presence within the pharmaceutical and drug-delivery markets.