Director Business Development & Technical Sales

Bühler Biotechnology is expanding its market presence in bioprocess technology, covering applications such as fermentation, alternative proteins, and sustainable biomanufacturing. As Director of Business Development & Technical Sales, you will be responsible for shaping Bühler's market approach, developing new business opportunities, and guiding customers through the technical and economic value of our solutions.This is where you'll excelYou identify and develop new business opportunities in bioprocess markets globally¨ and translate customer requirements into solutions and value propositions together with our innovation and engineering teamsYou lead the technical sales process, from early discussions to concept definition and pre-project support as well as support the Sales & Commercial Manager with solution-oriented customer engagement and proposal strategiesYou build and maintain long-term relationships with key industry players, start-ups, and academic partnersYou provide market intelligence and customer feedback to shape Bühler's innovation portfolio and go-to-market strategyYou represent Bühler at trade fairs, conferences, and customer workshops as a trusted technical and business partnerThese are the skills you'll needDegree in Biotechnology, Bioprocess Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline; additional education in economics/business is a plus10–15 years of experience in business development, technical sales, or product management in biotech, biopharma, or related industriesStrong track record in developing markets, building partnerships, and growing solution-based salesAbility to connect technical expertise with business impact and communicate clearly with technical and non-technical stakeholdersEntrepreneurial mindset, team-oriented, and driven by customer successAttractive mobility conceptWe offer an OSTWIND ZVV / Z-Pass + half-fare travelcard for CHF 365 + CHF 400 public transport credit as well as an attractive first-class travelcard or free parking.Attractive vacation entitlementEnough time for relaxation and personal interests - we offer from 25 to 30 days of vacation per year depending on age.Employer-funded pension planThe Bühler Pension Fund offers Bühler employees an independent pension fund that ensures reliable financial security in retirement: www.pk-buhler.chHealth-Port We are committed to preventive health care through laboratory analyses, massages, nutritional advice, physiotherapy, group courses and a company doctor.Mobile phone subscriptionsWe offer special conditions for cell phone subscriptions via Mobilezone with Sunrise and Swisscom.Sports activitiesWe promote physical activity through self-organized circuit training and running groups as well as vouchers for Update and Activ Fitness.Questions? We are happy to answer them!Theresa Keil Contact form Links you may find useful Application process Diversity, equity & inclusion Our TOP values Creating impact together at Bühler!Two billion people eat food every day that was produced with Bühler equipment. One billion people drive vehicles whose parts were manufactured with our machines.Bühler aims to balance humanity, nature, and the economy in every decision as it develops solutions that unlock sustainable business opportunities in the global food, feed, and mobility industries.We strive to create innovations for a better world, with a special focus on healthy, safe, and sustainable solutions. Therefore, we team up with customers, start-ups, multinationals, and academia to accelerate impact together.