Business Development Manager – AI Solutions, Life Sciences

Acodis

Business Development Manager responsible for managing AI solution sales across global life science clients. Build relationships and drive revenue growth within the pharma sector for a Swiss-based tech company.

Posted 7/7/2026full-timeWinterthur • 🇨🇭 SwitzerlandMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing the sales process for AI solutions, with a strong focus on building client relationships and driving revenue growth. Proficient in SaaS sales, negotiation, and delivering impactful presentations while collaborating across functions.

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B2B Business DevelopmentSaaS Sales ExperienceFluent in English and GermanStrong Communication SkillsNegotiation Skills

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Hard Skills

Sales Process ManagementLead GenerationPitchingProof of Concept (PoC)Sales ForecastingPipeline ManagementPresentation PreparationProposal DevelopmentBusiness Case Creation

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsSelf-MotivatedProactiveTeam PlayerAbility to Manage Multiple Priorities

Industry Keywords

Life SciencePharmaBiotechTech Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage the entire sales process from discovery calls to successful onboarding of AI solutions
Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective clients to drive revenue growth
Support the end-to-end sales cycle including lead generation, pitching, PoCs, negotiation, and closing
Prepare and deliver compelling presentations, proposals, and business cases
Monitor sales performance metrics and contribute to forecasting and pipeline management
Represent the company at industry events, meetings, and conferences
Provide feedback to the product team with the evolving needs of the market

Requirements

What you’ll need

3–5 years of experience in business development or consulting in a B2B and tech environment
Prior sector exposure to Life Science, Pharma or Biotech
Experience in selling SaaS or Tech solutions
Fluent in English and German is a must
Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
Self-motivated, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Eager to learn
Team player with the ability to collaborate across functions and build internal relationships

Benefits

Comp & perks

International and vibrant working environment
Highly motivated people who support and enrich each other
Opportunity to learn and deepen expertise with experienced tech team
Apply state-of-the-art technologies
Competitive salary
Employee participation plan
Value ownership, pro-activity, and regular face-to-face exchanges