Business Development Director _ Life Science

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Job Title: Business Development Director, Process Solution Japan
Location: Japan
Reports To: Head of Process Solutions Japan (BU head)
Direct Reports: None (部下無しのポジションですが、日本語では”部長”タイトルとなります)
Role Summary:
The Business Development Director is the strategic and operational partner to Process Solutions (PS) Japan Head. Operating at the same organizational level as the Sales Managers, this role helps shape the country organization’s strategy, translates priorities into execution, and strengthens collaboration across functions to unlock growth for the Process Solutions business in Japan.
The successful candidate will be regarded as a potential successor to the Business Unit Head and will demonstrate a strong track record in strategic planning, business growth, cross-functional leadership, talent development, and organizational execution.
Your Role:
Strategic and Business Growth
Partner with the Head of Process Solutions Japan to shape and execute the organization’s strategy, priorities, and operating agenda.
Co-create and implement a clear Japan-wide growth strategy aligned with global and regional priorities.
Translate strategic objectives into actionable plans, milestones, and measurable outcomes.
Identify growth opportunities across the country and coordinate the resources required to pursue them effectively.
Contribute to overall Business Unit performance by leading strategic initiatives and providing the Head of Process Solutions Japan with timely, actionable insights.
Cross-Functional Leadership and Governance
Promote alignment, cohesion, and effective collaboration across the four Sales Manager teams.
Lead country-level initiatives that require coordinated action across Sales, Commercial Affairs, MSAT, Technical Service, Field Service, ISCO, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Regulatory, and Customer Support.
Establish and maintain an effective governance structure and operating cadence for collaboration among Sales Managers and other functions.
Influence and enable execution across the Japan organization without relying on formal reporting lines.
Represent the Japan organization in relevant regional and global forums, as appropriate.
Leadership, Talent Development, and Succession Readiness
Act as a leadership role model and influence associates across Japan organization.
Serve as a leadership role model and positively influence associates across the Japan organization.
Build and maintain a strong, high-potential talent pipeline for future Business Unit leadership.
Identify high-potential talent and support the creation and monitoring of individual development plans (IDPs).