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Sales Development Manager Global Key Accounts

Synthon

Nijmegen
Full-time
5-10 years experience
Hybrid

Key Skills

Global Account Management
Commercial Strategy
Pharmaceutical Business Development
Generics
Pricing Strategy
Portfolio Expansion
Geographic Market Development
Out-Licensing
Commercial Negotiation
Senior Stakeholder Relationship Management
Strategic Sales
International Matrix Collaboration
Performance Monitoring
Cross-Cultural Communication
Analytical Thinking
Alliance Management

Job Description

Job profile As Sales Development Manager Global Key Accounts, you own the commercial strategy for assigned strategic pharmaceutical accounts across the world. You create long-term value through portfolio expansion, pricing strategy, geographic development and strong senior relationships. You will report to the Vice President Sales Development. Job mission You drive sustainable growth within your global accounts by: Defining and executing global account strategies, translating product priorities into portfolio, pricing and geographic plans; Identifying, developing and closing out-licensing opportunities across products, indications and markets; Owning senior-level relationships at account headquarters and central functions; Driving adoption and expansion of newly signed products across the customer’s global network; Working closely with regional Sales Development Managers to combine global strategy with local market realities; Monitoring performance against targets and leading corrective actions where needed; Collaborating with Product Management and Alliance Management to align commercial strategy, agreements and execution. Your profile Your letter of motivation and CV should show that you have: A degree in Life Sciences, Business or a related field; Experience in pharmaceutical business development, preferably generics, high preference for experience with key account management or a comparable commercial role; Strong understanding of generics, commercial value drivers and complex partnerships; Proven ability to manage strategic accounts and lead commercial negotiations; Experience working effectively in an international matrix organization; Excellent English communication and presentation skills. Travel Regular international travel is expected to maintain senior customer relationships, progress opportunities and represent Synthon at relevant customer and industry events. Personal skills You are strategic, commercially skilled and customer-oriented. You build trust quickly across all levels within your key accounts, challenge constructively and can align diverse internal and external stakeholders around a shared commercial goal. In addition you are commercially driven, with a strong sales mindset and a natural instinct for identifying and seizing business opportunities. You have a strong sense of urgency and a fear of missing out on commercial opportunities, driving you to act quickly and stay ahead of the competition. You combine analytical thinking with energy, flexibility and an open-minded approach. You take initiative, organize your work effectively and act decisively to turn opportunities into results. With strong communication skills, you convince others through sound arguments and build positive, reliable relationships. You are resilient, enjoy working across cultures and are a positive, dependable team player who takes ownership and is driven to succeed. Our offer We offer our employees a working environment in which trust, pride and joy play an important role. More specifically, we offer: A professional, pleasant and informal working environment with short communication lines, a strong focus on collaboration and room for initiative. A role with international scope and direct commercial impact. A competitive remuneration package, aligned with the role and your experience. Good working conditions and attention to sustainable work-life balance, including hybrid-working possibilities where the role allows. Opportunities for development and inspiring company events. Application and important dates If you are interested in this full-time position, we look forward to receiving your application via our careers page: www.synthon.com/careers. Please apply before 14-11-2026. The selection process will consist of multiple interview rounds. Contact For further information, please contact Elline Manschot at tel. +31 (0)24 37 27 700.

Core Responsibilities

Develop and execute global commercial strategies for assigned pharmaceutical accounts, including portfolio expansion, pricing, geographic growth, and out-licensing opportunities. Build senior customer relationships, drive global adoption of products, coordinate with regional and internal teams, and monitor performance to deliver account targets.

Requirements

A degree in Life Sciences, Business, or a related field is requested, along with pharmaceutical business development experience, preferably in generics and key account management. Candidates should bring strategic account and negotiation experience, an understanding of generics and complex partnerships, international matrix experience, and excellent English communication and presentation skills.

Benefits

  • Competitive Remuneration
  • Hybrid Working Possibilities
  • Professional Development Opportunities
  • Work-Life Balance
  • Company Events

About Synthon

Industry: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Company size: 1,001-5,000 employees

Synthon is an international, science-centered pharmaceutical company specialized in developing and manufacturing high-quality generic medicines for patients around the world. Synthon's innovative R&D and proven ability to manufacture and distribute high-quality pharmaceuticals position the company well for the future. We work to develop therapies that address the needs of people worldwide and help improve their health and well-being. Through the provision of high-quality generic medicines, we make treatments more affordable and increase access to important remedies. Currently, our products are approved by regulatory agencies in more than 90 countries and marketed through strategic partnerships and – in dedicated areas – through direct sales. Synthon’s head office is based in Nijmegen, the Netherlands, and the company has affiliates in eight other countries. Synthon employs around 1,600 staff worldwide. In 2019, the company recorded a turnover of EUR 261 million. We are interested in result-oriented people with a sharp mind and entrepreneurial spirit, who can contribute to our ambition to provide solutions to the healthcare challenges of today and tomorrow. Interested in a new step in your pharma career? We would like to get to know you! For more information, go to www.synthon.com. In case your comment to one of our posts is missing, please check out our guidelines on www.synthon.com/information/comment-missing.

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