Director, Business Development, International - Houston, TX - Empower Pharmacy

Position Summary:

In the rapidly evolving landscape of global health, the Director of International Business Development is a key architect of Empower's ambitious expansion into new international markets. This high-impact role is at the heart of our mission to drive innovation, quality, and service in enhancing global health and wellness. By spearheading market entry and growth strategies, this position ensures Empower's influence extends far beyond current borders, shaping the future of our international presence.

 

As the driving force behind our international initiatives, you will craft and implement strategic plans to penetrate new markets. You will assist our legal team in navigating complex export laws and secure essential international certifications. Your leadership will be critical in forming and nurturing relationships with global partners, aligning internal strategies with overarching business goals, and representing Empower at key international forums. Additionally, you will lead efforts to obtain necessary licenses in each target country and build a dedicated support team to sustain international market expansion.

 

We seek a dynamic, results-oriented individual with a proven track record in international business development. If you excel in analyzing market trends and adapting strategies, join us as the Director of Business Development, International, and play a pivotal role in expanding access to quality, affordable medication worldwide. Be part of a team committed to making a global impact.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Identifies and evaluates new international market opportunities to expand the 503B business.
• Collaborates closely with the legal team to ensure compliance with export laws and secures necessary international certifications.
• Develops and executes a comprehensive business development strategy for entering and expanding in international markets.
• Develops and maintains a robust pipeline of opportunities in international markets through various channels, including establishing relationships with wholesalers, distributors, cold calling, email campaigns, and networking.
• Builds and maintains relationships with international partners and stakeholders.
• Coordinates with internal teams to align international business development strategies with overall business goals.
• Analyzes international market trends and adapts strategies to meet changing market and competitive conditions.
• Leads efforts to obtain and maintain necessary licenses and certifications in each target country, ensuring full regulatory compliance.
• Establishes and leads a dedicated team to support international market expansion, including roles in regulatory affairs, compliance, sales, and customer support.
• Collaborates with international regulatory bodies to understand and navigate the licensing requirements specific to each market.
• Represents the company at international business meetings, conferences, and industry events.
• Reports regularly to the Vice President of Business Development on progress, challenges, and strategic opportunities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is often required to remain in a stationary position for a significant amount of the workday and frequently use their hands and fingers to handle or feel in order to access, input, and retrieve information from the computer and other office productivity devices. The employee is regularly required to move about the office and around the corporate campus. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Demonstrated understanding of global market dynamics and legal compliance in international business.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Exceptional negotiation skills.
• Proven ability to strategize, implement, and deliver results in foreign markets.
• Experience in managing complex projects and multi-disciplinary teams.

 

Key Competencies

• Customer Focus: Ability to build strong customer relationships and deliver customer centric solutions.
• Optimizes Work Processes: Know the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Collaborates: Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Resourcefulness: Secures and deploys resources effectively and efficiently.
• Manages Complexity: Makes sense of complex, high quality, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
• Ensures Accountability: Holds self and other accountable to meet commitment.
• Situational Adaptability: Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match shifting demands of different situations.
• Communicates Effectively: Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, International Business, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in international business development in the pharmaceutical sector required.

Benefits:

• No-Cost Medication: Get your prescribed compounded medications at no cost, ensuring your health without the financial burden.
• Onsite Health & Wellness – IV Therapy Drips: Rejuvenate with complimentary onsite IV Therapy drips, enhancing your well-being and energy levels.
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Options: Choose from three medical plans tailored to your needs, plus options for dental and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Telehealth visits: Access board-certified Doctors anytime, anywhere for you and your family.
• Paid & Volunteer Time Off: Enjoy paid time off for personal pursuits and contribute to causes you care about with volunteer time off.
• Paid Holidays (8 scheduled; 2 floating): Celebrate with eight scheduled holidays and two floating holidays, giving you flexibility and time for personal traditions.
• Life & AD&D Coverage: Secure your and your family's financial future with life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.
• FSA (Flexible Spending Account): Manage healthcare expenses smartly with pre-tax dollars in a Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• 401K Dollar-for-Dollar Up to 4%: Invest in your future with our 401K plan, featuring a dollar-for-dollar match up to 4%.
• Company Paid Long-Term Disability: Provided at no cost, which replaces 60% of your income if you become disabled for a long period of time.
• Flexible Schedules: Balance work and life seamlessly with our flexible scheduling options.
• Rewards & Recognition Program: Your hard work doesn't go unnoticed – enjoy rewards and recognition beyond your paycheck.

 

Additional Voluntary Benefits

• Accident Insurance: Pays a lump sum benefit to help cover expenses following an accidental injury.
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance: Enhance your peace of mind with supplemental hospital insurance for unexpected stays.
• Critical Illness: Protect your finances from the expenses of a serious health issue.
• Short-Term Disability: Protect your income during illness or injury with short-term disability coverage.
• Supplemental Life & AD&D: Add an extra layer of financial protection for you and your loved ones with supplemental life and AD&D coverage.
• Legal Services: Access professional legal assistance to address concerns confidently.
• Identity Theft Protection: Safeguard your identity and finances with our identity theft protection benefit.
• Pet Insurance: Care for your furry family members with our pet insurance coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counseling and support services for a holistic approach to your well-being.