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Job Description - ADC Business Development Role General: Porton Pharma Solutions Ltd. a leading pharmaceutical CDMO company that provides global pharmaceutical companies with innovative, reliable, and end-to-end process R&D and manufacturing services across small molecule & new modality APIs, dosage forms, and biologics. This BD role is responsible for driving business breakthroughs in the U.S. ADC market through proactive client engagement and strategic business development. The key focus includes building and expanding ADC client relationships, influencing key decision-makers, identifying client needs and market opportunities, and gathering competitive intelligence. This role will also lead contract negotiations and deal execution to secure new business and support the company's growth strategy in the ADC field. Position Profile: Position Title/Grade: From Sr. Manager to Associate Director level Position Type: Individual Contributor Work Location: Remote work, living in the greater Boston area is preferred Direct Supervisor: Executive Director, lead of New Modality BD Team Key Responsibilities: Develop and Strengthen ADC Client Relationships in the U.S. Actively develop and expand relationships with ADC clients in the U.S. by deeply understanding their business needs, technical challenges, and strategic priorities. Provide tailored solutions that address client pain points and create long-term value, enhancing trust and partnership. Regularly meet with clients through face to face visits, business presentations, and participation in industry events to build new relationships from the ground up (0-1 stage). Identify key decision makers within target organizations and establish strong, influential connections. Build a strategic client network to support sustainable growth in the ADC business. Drive Client Engagement and Influence Key Stakeholders Proactively engage with both existing and potential ADC clients to increase awareness of the company's capabilities and services. Conduct in-depth business and technical discussions to better understand clients' priorities and influence their decision-making processes. Effectively position the company's technical strengths, project track record, and service advantages to enhance its competitiveness in the U.S. ADC market. Strengthen strategic relationships with decision-makers, influencers, and other stakeholders critical to business development. Identify Market Opportunities and Customer Needs Continuously collect, analyze, and track client feedback to identify their evolving business needs and market opportunities. Monitor ADC industry trends, technology advancements, and regulatory developments to anticipate changes in client demands. Maintain close communication with internal cross-functional teams-including R&D, manufacturing, quality, and project management-to ensure timely alignment with customer requirements. Collaborate with CC3 (TS/PL, PMM) and New Modality R&D and manufacturing teams to align on customer needs and project delivery. Support the development of commercial strategies based on real-time market and customer intelligence. Gather and Analyze Competitive Intelligence Regularly monitor competitors' public information, including market activities, product launches, strategic announcements, and financial disclosures. Utilize professional market research institutions, industry databases, and analytical tools to assess competitors' market share, pricing trends, customer perception, and business strategies. Provide detailed, actionable intelligence to support internal decision-making, commercial positioning, and competitive strategy development. Identify gaps and opportunities to strengthen the company's competitive advantage in the U.S. ADC market. Lead Contract Negotiations and Drive Business Breakthroughs Take full responsibility for leading commercial discussions, contract negotiations, and deal execution with U.S. ADC clients. Clearly articulate the company's technical advantages, operational capabilities, and successful project cases to enhance client confidence and close deals. Work with internal teams to create flexible commercial policies, such as pricing optimization, service upgrades, or partnership models, to meet client needs and increase win rates. Achieve breakthrough growth in the U.S. ADC business by securing new projects and expanding the company's market presence. Contribute to the company's overall commercial goals by meeting or exceeding revenue and growth targets. Qualifications: A Master or Ph.D. degree in Biology, Pharmacy, or other related life science areas is required. Minimum of 1-2 years of hands on business development experience in the CDMO industry with a focus on ADC services. Existing ADC client resources or prior involvement in strategic partnership building is required. Demonstrated ability to identify and engage ADC clients, maintain strong business relationships, and successfully drive deal closures. Solid knowledge of ADC-related scientific and technical principles, applicable regulatory and legal requirements, and commercial and marketing practices. Familiarity with the ADC development process, including early-stage development, clinical manufacturing, and commercial considerations. Familiarity with the ADC development process, including early-stage development, clinical manufacturing, and commercial considerations. Relevant experience in antibody CRO BD or pharmacology BD will also be considered. No formal management experience required, but the ability to operate independently and influence internal and external stakeholders is expected. Bilingual proficiency in English and Chinese is required to support cross-border client communications and business activities. Core Competencies: Strong interpersonal skills and approachability: able to build and maintain positive relationships with clients and colleagues. Proactive and results-oriented mindset: self-driven, goal-focused, and able to take initiative. High resilience under pressure: adaptable, persistent, and able to perform effectively in a fast-paced and challenging environment. Strong learning and analytical abilities: quick to understand new concepts, with solid skills in synthesis, problem-solving, and critical thinking.