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事業開発マネージャー/ Business Development Manager

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A global pharmaceutical company is looking for a Business Development Manager. The selected candidate will provide analytical support for lead identification, business case preparation, and project negotiation. This is a hybrid role.

Responsibilities:

  • Work with Business Development and internal and external partners to identify potential leads, conduct due diligence, and assess risk and benefit for new products or services in the Japan market
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to bring projects from green light through launch, ensuring alignment with Japan market requirements
  • Act as the key counterpart for partner company project managers, managing communications and tracking working group meetings and actions to support launch and growth strategies
  • Maintain, update, and report the project risk register, ensuring compliance with GDP, GMP, and other regulatory and ethical standards
  • Manage due diligence and onboarding task forces, including Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance, and Pharmacovigilance
  • Ensure internal reporting, regulatory filings, and documentation are completed accurately, on time, and within budget
  • Liaise with Business Development to ensure efficient project execution and support business plan development
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant regulations, industry best practices, competitors, and the local healthcare environment

Requirements:

  • Project management experience in the pharmaceutical or medical device industry, especially in the areas of supply chain planning or quality/regulatory affairs
  • Data-driven and analytical, with a logical approach
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong presenting ability
  • Ability to build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
  • Ability to work collaboratively as a team member across various functions
  • Proficient in written and verbal English and Japanese

About the Company:

A global pharmaceutical company that supplies medicines and treatments through clinical trials and other channels. Headquartered overseas, the company continues its commitment to meet the ever-growing needs of patients around the world.

Keywords:

事業開発, 営業, 製薬, 医療機器, 医療, サプライチェーン, 規制対応, 外資系

Job Ref: 9DE30D

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Healthcare

Focus: Business Development

Industry: Pharmaceuticals

Salary: Negotiable based on experience

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Mid Management

Language: Japanese - Professional working

Second Language: English - Business level

Location: Tokyo

Job Reference: 9DE30D-B0502A1A

Date posted: 12 August 2025

Consultant: Shruti Panda