Senior Director, Biomedical Business Next Generation Solutions Segment - Exton, PA

Senior Director, Biomedical Business Next Generation Solutions Segment

Location: Exton, PA

We’re looking to build our enthusiastic, passionate and committed team in Health, Nutrition & Care Biomedical! We’re searching for Senior Director, Biomedical Business Next Generation Solutions Segment. Here’s an opportunity to bring your passion for patient outcomes to a new role and bring progress to life.

The Next Generation Solutions business segment includes our advanced drug delivery business and our emerging global application solutions business. Biomedical’s products and services are recognized for their unmatched quality, consistency, and performance in multiple markets across the globe, supporting their company-wide vision of solving the world’s healthcare needs through sustainable science.

You’ll be responsible for the global leadership and management of the Next Generation Solutions business and for the global growth strategy and business performance (P&L responsibility) and sit on the Global Leadership Team for Health, Nutrition & Care Biomedical.

Sound intriguing? Read on.

Your key responsibilities

Manage the business (P&L) of the Next Generation Solutions segment which includes our Pharma Drug Delivery Solutions and the emerging Application Solutions segment. Define and implement respective business strategies to grow the business through organic or external growth projects.
Contribute to the definition and implementation of the Biomedical Division Strategy (e.g. via definition and sponsorship of projects). Maintain and develop the product, technology and service portfolio for the business segment.
Collaborate with marketing and commercial operations on pricing guidelines/licensing terms. Select customer projects and internal innovation projects and the respective prioritization for internal projects.
Develop the communication strategy to the market and the marketing plan with Head of Market Communications. Monitor the market environment (market trends, customers and competitors) and to communicate the findings on a regular basis together with the Regions and Market Communications.
Manage and develop the team of business development, sales, technical and applications development professionals.

The salary scale provided reflects the pay range dsm-firmenich expects to pay the successful candidate for the position. Individual pay offered will be based on the applicant’s job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, and primary work location. Salary $175,000-$225,000

We bring

A firm belief that working together with our customers is the key to achieving great things
A flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome
An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future
Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected – regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity
A culture that prioritizes safety and well-being, both physically and mentally
A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset

You bring

Minimum 15 years of experience in business management, commercial or M&A experience, in both the Advanced Drug Delivery AND Medical Device biomaterial markets required; work experience outside the US necessary
Excellent grasp of commercial deal making, in/out-licensing, M&A with commercial know-how and business and financial acumen
Strong and demonstrated understanding of a business processes coupled with vast experience and knowledge of accounting, capital management, actuarial, legal, and M&A transactions.
Proven leader directly managing others with an ability to lead a cross-functional team through the entire life cycle of a product development from early-stage applications to commercialization.
Strong knowledge of medical device/biomaterials/CMO industries, markets, customers, products and competing companies
Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics or any other related field relevant to DSM Biomedical a plus

Our recruitment process

Interested in this position? Please apply online by uploading your resume in English via our career portal by January 11, 2026.

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.

About dsm-firmenich

As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people.

www.dsm-firmenich.com

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