Business Development Director EMEA Cosmetics

Catalent Beauty is seeking a senior commercial leader to spearhead new business acquisition across the EMEA region for our rapidly expanding beauty softgels platform. This high-impact hunter role is tailored for a strategic thinker with extensive experience in consultative selling, value-based negotiation, and developing high-level client partnerships within the beauty, skincare, or CDMO industry. The Business Development Director will be responsible for identifying, targeting, and converting high-potential prospects into long-term customers. As a senior representative of the business in EMEA, this individual will collaborate cross-functionally and globally to shape Catalent Beauty's commercial growth and influence regional sales strategies. What We Offer Innovative Product Portfolio : Work with proprietary softgel technology and advanced beauty solutions. Strategic Autonomy : Own your territory, drive high-value wins, and shape the customer base. Global Collaboration : Influence global direction while representing EMEA needs and insights. Career Growth : Clear path toward senior leadership roles in a growing entrepreneurial division. Executive Exposure : Collaborate directly with VP and Director-level stakeholders internally and externally. High-Impact Role : Join a business unit where your contributions directly shape growth. Key Responsibilities Own commercial development in EMEA with a focus on new customer acquisition and strategic prospecting. Identify and close large, high-potential opportunities aligned with Catalent Beauty's vision. Develop high-level relationships with C-level or senior decision-makers in target beauty/skincare brands. Lead complex negotiations in coordination with legal, finance, and operations teams. Build and execute customer strategies with cross-functional input (R&D, Supply, Marketing). Represent Catalent Beauty at key trade shows and industry events as a senior commercial voice. Monitor market trends and provide feedback to refine go-to-market strategies. Key Requirements Minimum 8-10 years of business development experience in beauty, cosmetics, skincare, or CDMO industries. Proven track record of acquiring new business and negotiating high-value deals. Strategic and analytical mindset with excellent presentation and influencing skills. Ability to engage with senior stakeholders across functions. Entrepreneurial, self-driven, results-oriented attitude. Fluent in English; additional European languages are a plus. If you're a passionate, driven hunter eager to shape the future of beauty innovation in a global high-growth environment, we want to hear from you. Location : Remote in France, Italy, or Germany Travel : Up to 30% Reports to : Global Director, Beauty Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to advance your career. Join the global leader in drug development and delivery and help us bring over 7,000 life-saving and life-enhancing products to patients worldwide. We are an exciting, growing international company working with pharma, biopharma, and consumer health companies of all sizes to develop new medicines and deliver them to market. Join us in making a difference. We value personal initiative, a dynamic pace, and meaningful work. Visit Catalent Careers to explore opportunities. Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including for individuals with disabilities and veterans. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact us with your request, including the job number, title, and location. Note to Agency and Search Firm Representatives: Catalent does not accept unsolicited resumes without a signed search agreement. Resumes submitted without such an agreement will become the property of Catalent, and no fee will be paid for such referrals. Important Security Notice for U.S. Job Seekers: Catalent NEVER asks candidates for payments or highly sensitive personal information during the hiring process, and never via email or social media. If you receive such requests, do not respond and report them to us for investigation. Required Experience: Director Key Skills Employment Type : Full-Time Experience : 8-10 years Vacancy : 1 J-18808-Ljbffr

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Posted Date: 6/17/2025