Business Development Manager (or Director depending on experience)

February 13

Lygos

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Lygos employs cutting edge synthetic biology techniques to generate microbial catalysts to convert agricultural feedstocks into fine and commodity chemicals$1. .$1

Synthetic Biology and Specialty Chemicals

11 - 50

💰 $160M Convertible Note on 2022-04

Description

• Execute the existing commercial and technology deals, while building and closing a pipeline of new opportunities to achieve corporate goals • Negotiate, structure and close partnerships across technology licensing and commercial offtake agreements • Maintain a network within the biochemical industry and end markets to source new business development opportunities • Provide marketing intelligence and analysis to inform the commercial strategy and product development portfolio • Prepare presentations and materials for partner meetings, conferences, and executive meetings • Represent Lygos and present at key industry conferences and tradeshows

Requirements

• B.S. in a related technical field (Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, etc.) • 5+ years of experience in business development, market development, or consulting • Experience working on deals/projects in specialty chemicals, biotechnology, personal care/hygiene, home care/HI&I, coatings, agriculture or home/personal care • Excellent communication and analytical skills • Nice-to-haves (but not required): - MBA or similar advanced degree - Existing network of relationships and contacts in hygiene, coatings, agronomy, home/personal care or water treatment - Technical experience in chemistry, product development and a familiarity with our target end markets: hygiene, coatings, agriculture, water treatment, or personal/home care

Benefits

• Highly competitive salaries, stock options, bonus and benefits • Medical and dental insurance • Unlimited paid time off • 401(k)