Global Business Development Manager

TH Daniels Global Executive Search & Selection works globally with an established portfolio of clients, providing best-in-class Executive Search results.

We have partnered with a leading Italian Nutraceutical Ingredient Manufacturer to recruit for a Global Business Development Manager – (Remote with International Travel). This strategic commercial role is responsible for expanding global market presence, building partnerships with top nutraceutical brands, and driving the commercial success of a highly innovative bioactives portfolio.

As Global Business Development Manager, you will shape international sales strategy, open new markets, and position the company’s science-backed bioactives across dietary supplements, functional foods, beauty-from-within, and health & wellness categories.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Life Sciences, Nutrition, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 7–12+ years of global commercial experience in nutraceuticals, bioactives, natural extracts, or health ingredients.
• Strong track record of securing partnerships with supplement brands, contract manufacturers, or functional food companies.
• Deep understanding of the global nutraceutical landscape, including regulatory trends and market dynamics.
• Experience managing distributors, agents, and multi-region customer networks.
• Strong international negotiation skills and proven ability to drive strategic commercial initiatives.
• Fluent in English; Italian proficiency is a strong plus.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a global business development strategy to expand market reach across Europe, North America, APAC, and LATAM.
• Identify and secure new business with supplement brands, formulators, and innovation-driven CPG companies.
• Manage global distribution partners, ensuring performance, alignment, and market penetration.
• Lead commercial presentations, value-proposition development, and solution-based selling for bioactive ingredients.
• Collaborate closely with R&D, regulatory, and marketing to support customer projects and product launches.
• Monitor global market trends, competitive activity, and emerging scientific opportunities.
• Represent the company at key trade shows, scientific conferences, and international customer meetings.
• Provide accurate forecasting, pipeline management, and strategic insights to executive leadership.

If you are a global commercial leader passionate about science-backed innovation and the future of nutraceuticals, we encourage you to explore this high-impact role.

Please contact for more information.

Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to respond to each applicant individually. If you do not hear back within 2 weeks, please assume your application was unsuccessful.