Full-time · On-site
Director of Business Development, U.S.
This is a high-stakes leadership role focused on the strategic expansion of a major pharmaceutical portfolio in the U.S. market. The position offers the rare opportunity to manage a diverse range of assets, from complex generics to innovative new products. It is ideal for a strategic thinker who excels at the intersection of finance, science, and commercial operations.
Viatris · Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, United States · Posted 19 April 2026
The role
Overview
This is a high-stakes leadership role focused on the strategic expansion of a major pharmaceutical portfolio in the U.S. market. The position offers the rare opportunity to manage a diverse range of assets, from complex generics to innovative new products. It is ideal for a strategic thinker who excels at the intersection of finance, science, and commercial operations.
What they need
Requirements & Skills
Key Responsibilities
- Identify and prioritize strategic growth opportunities in generics and established brands
- Build and maintain a U.S. deal pipeline that fills portfolio gaps and meets revenue goals
- Monitor market trends, pricing dynamics, and FDA developments to inform priorities
- Lead due diligence processes across multiple internal departments
- Cultivate and sustain relationships with external development partners and specialty firms
- Align U.S. business development activities with global corporate strategy
Essential
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field
- Minimum of 6 to 10+ years of professional experience in the pharmaceutical industry
- Proven track record in identifying and prioritizing generic and complex generic opportunities
- Experience managing a robust deal pipeline aligned with commercial revenue targets
- Ability to coordinate complex diligence workstreams across Legal, Finance, Regulatory, and Supply Chain
- Expertise in presenting business cases to executive leadership and governance committees
Preferred
- Master’s degree (MBA or related) preferred
- Deep understanding of mature brands near Loss of Exclusivity (LOE)
- Established network within pharmaceutical and specialty development firms
Key Skills
Financial modeling and valuationStrategic market analysisFDA regulatory landscape knowledgeNegotiation and relationship managementCross-functional team leadershipCompetitive intelligence monitoring
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Perks
Benefits & perks
- Opportunity to impact healthcare access for 1 billion patients annually
- Collaborative work environment with R&D and Commercial leadership
- Exposure to high-level executive governance and decision-making
- Career growth within a globally recognized healthcare organization
Next step
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