Global Business Lead – Branded Ingredients

About the job

Role Overview We are looking to onboard a science-driven, techno-commercial professional who can lead the global commercialisation of our branded herbal and botanical ingredients across the US and European markets. This role sits at the intersection of science, business development, and global client engagement. The ideal candidate understands herbal extracts deeply, can speak science with form ... ulators and R&D teams, and can also drive commercial conversations with brands, distributors, and CDMO partners.Key ResponsibilitiesBranded Ingredient Sales & Business DevelopmentDrive global sales and adoption of branded herbal / botanical ingredients in the US & Europe.Engage with nutraceutical brands, ingredient buyers, formulators, and R&D teams.Build and manage a strong international client pipeline (brands, distributors, CDMOs).Support strategic partnerships and long-term supply agreements.Techno-Commercial EngagementAct as the technical face of the ingredient during client discussions.Present scientific rationale, standardization, specifications, and differentiation clearly.Support clients with technical decks, dossiers, COAs, and application guidance.Bridge communication between internal R&D / QA teams and external clients.Market & Product IntelligenceTrack global trends in herbal extracts, botanical ingredients, and branded actives.Provide inputs on new ingredient opportunities, positioning, and differentiation.Support pricing strategy, value positioning, and competitive benchmarking.CDMO & Ingredient SynergyCollaborate with internal teams to convert ingredient leads into CDMO opportunities where relevant.Support science-led business development in the CDMO space alongside ingredient sales.Ideal Candidate ProfileEducationMaster’s or PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biotechnology, Herbal Science, Life Sciences, or related fields. Strong scientific foundation is mandatoryExperience5–10+ years experience in:Herbal extracts / botanical ingredientsNutraceutical ingredients or branded activesGlobal ingredient sales (US & Europe preferred)Proven experience in a techno-commercial / scientific sales rolePrior exposure to ingredient companies, extract manufacturers, or B2B nutraceutical brandsKey SkillsStrong understanding of herbal extract standardization, actives, and quality parametersAbility to sell science, not just priceExcellent communication with global clients (technical + commercial)Comfortable with international travel, exhibitions, and client meetingsEntrepreneurial, ownership-driven mindsetWhy Join UsOpportunity to build and scale a global branded ingredient platformWork closely with founders, R&D, and leadershipHigh-impact role with long-term growth potentialBlend of science, strategy, and global businessMarketsPrimary focus: United States & EuropeGlobal exposure through exhibitions, partnerships, and strategic clients.

Requirements

• scientific foundation
• herbal extracts
• business development
• client engagement
• sales

Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences
• Biotechnology
• Herbal Science
• Life Sciences

Preferred Technologies

• scientific foundation
• herbal extracts
• business development
• client engagement
• sales