The American Red Cross is seeking a highly motivated Senior Business Lead to drive growth within our expanding Cell and Gene Therapy Solutions (CGTS) business. This individual will play a critical role in developing strategic relationships across biotechnology, academic, and healthcare organizations, advancing the future of cell and gene therapies.

This position is ideal for a business development professional or cell and gene therapy subject matter expert with established industry relationships, an existing network within the cell and gene therapy community, and a passion for helping accelerate patient access to life-changing therapies.

This role is well-suited for individuals with scientific, clinical, operational, manufacturing, or research experience in cell and gene therapy who are interested in expanding into a business development role.

As a key member of the Business Development team, you will identify, develop, and close opportunities across the CGT ecosystem, including research starting materials, leukapheresis collection services, clinical trial support, commercial patient services, and specialized laboratory solutions.

WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE FOR GOOD (Key Responsibilities): 

• Develop and execute strategic business development plans to achieve revenue and growth objectives within the Cell and Gene Therapy market.
• Identify, qualify, and close new opportunities with biotechnology companies, academic medical centers, contract research organizations (CROs), contract development and manufacturing organizations (CDMOs), and healthcare systems.
• Build and maintain relationships with key decision makers, including executives, clinical operations leaders, manufacturing leaders, translational scientists, supply chain leaders, and procurement teams.
  Lead complex consultative sales engagements from initial outreach through contract execution and implementation.
• Collaborate with internal subject matter experts across Operations, Quality, Medical Affairs, Laboratory Services, Clinical Apheresis, and Process Development to develop customer solutions.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to customers by understanding emerging trends in cell and gene therapy.
  Represent the American Red Cross at industry conferences, trade associations, and customer events.
• Maintain an accurate sales pipeline, forecast opportunities, and provide market intelligence to support strategic planning.
• Support expansion of existing customer relationships through cross-selling and strategic account development initiatives.
• Contribute to the development of new products, services, and market opportunities based on customer and industry insights.
  

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