SVP, Strategy and Business Development

Inari Medical

SVP shaping long-term strategy and strategic partnerships for Inari, a gene-editing seed technology company. Driving growth, licensing, collaborations, commercialization, and market access across agriculture and biotechnology.

Posted 8/5/2026full-timeRemote • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $240,188 - $330,258 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing business strategies, managing strategic partnerships, and leading cross-functional teams. Possesses strong financial acumen and the ability to evaluate complex business opportunities in agriculture and biotechnology.

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Strategic PartnershipsBusiness DevelopmentFinancial AcumenCross-Functional LeadershipAgriculture Biotechnology

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Hard Skills

Business Strategy DevelopmentLicensing TransactionsM&A ExperienceDeal ModelingROI AssessmentValuation ConceptsNegotiation StrategiesMarket Opportunity EvaluationData IntegrationAI Strategy

Soft Skills

Executive CommunicationRelationship BuildingMentoringInfluencing StakeholdersPresentation Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeMBAPhDJD

Industry Keywords

AgricultureBiotechnologySeedCrop ProtectionBiologicalsIntellectual PropertyTechnology TransferCommercialization PathwaysVenture-Backed CompaniesGlobal Business Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build, manage, and advance Inari’s business strategy in partnership with the CEO and Leadership Team
Identify long-term growth opportunities across core business areas, adjacent markets, new technologies, and emerging commercial models
Translate market insights, competitive dynamics, scientific capabilities, and customer needs into actionable strategic priorities
Develop and maintain a multi-year strategic roadmap aligned with capabilities, partnerships, investments, commercial opportunities, and sustainability goals
Shape go-to-market strategies for novel technologies, products, and platforms
Identify and assess potential agriculture, food, technology, startup, research, and commercial channel partners
Drive sourcing, evaluation, prioritization, and execution of strategic collaborations, licensing arrangements, joint development agreements, and commercial partnerships
Structure partnerships to accelerate technology development, product adoption, revenue growth, and market access
Establish and manage frameworks for evaluating, launching, and governing collaborations, partnerships, and joint ventures
Monitor active collaborations and align them with strategic, financial, technical, and commercial objectives
Lead cross-functional evaluation of strategic fit, commercial potential, revenue opportunity, margin profile, market access, differentiation, and execution risk
Report to the CEO and serve as a member of the Inari Leadership Team
Lead, develop, and mentor the strategy and business development team

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred, such as MBA, PhD, JD, or master’s degree in business, agriculture, life sciences, biotechnology, engineering, or related field
10+ years of progressive experience in strategy, business development, corporate development, licensing, strategic partnerships, innovation, commercial strategy, or related leadership roles
Demonstrated experience leading strategic partnerships, collaborations, licensing transactions, joint development agreements, M&A, or complex business development initiatives
Strong understanding and experience in agriculture, biotechnology, seed, crop protection, and biologicals
Ability to evaluate technical, commercial, financial, and strategic dimensions of business opportunities
Experience working with senior executives, Boards, external partners, investors, and strategic customers
Strong financial acumen, including business case development, deal modeling, ROI assessment, and valuation concepts
Legal, IP, and licensing acumen supporting negotiation strategies
Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders without relying solely on direct authority
Executive communication, negotiation, presentation, and relationship-building skills
Ability to lead, develop, and mentor a high-performing strategy/business development team
Ability to travel as needed
Preferred: experience in agriculture technology, seed, crop protection, gene editing, and biologicals
Preferred: experience in venture-backed, growth-stage, or innovation-oriented companies
Preferred: experience with strategic players, research institutions, startups, or global commercial organizations
Preferred: familiarity with intellectual property, licensing models, technology transfer, research collaborations, and commercialization pathways
Preferred: ability to integrate data and AI strategy into company strategy
Preferred: track record building business models, market opportunities, or partnership ecosystems
Preferred: global business experience and ability to operate across cultures, markets, and organizational models

Benefits

Comp & perks

Base pay, short-term incentive, and long-term equity
One-time new hire stock option grant
PPO health plan
High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)
Company-funded health savings account (HSA)
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
Voluntary benefits
Robust wellness program
401(k) plan with company matching
Flexible paid time off policy
Professional development
Immigration sponsorship for candidates in certain qualified roles that meet performance criteria