Commercial Business Development Manager Healthcare Europe (m/f/d)

About DP World

Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally.  

With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 111,000 employees from 159 nationalities, spanning 77 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future.

We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses -- Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades.

What's more, we're reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we’re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimising disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door.

DP World is on a mission to transcend boundaries and bridge the gap between all nations and cultures – not just in what we do but also in how we behave.

We are dedicated to creating a culture where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential. We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity, drives innovation and growth and helps us connect people, businesses, and societies. Free minds and different perspectives are changing our world, and together we can change what’s possible.

The DP World family comprises of syncreon, Imperial and P&O.  

WE MAKE TRADE FLOW 
TO CHANGE WHAT'S POSSIBLE FOR EVERYONE.

Commercial Business Development Manager Healthcare Europe (m/f/d)

Job Description

Location: Europe (e.g. preferably based in Benelux, DACH) | Travel: 30–50%

As the Commercial Business Development Manager Healthcare Europe, you will be responsible for driving growth and shaping the strategic expansion of DP World's logistics footprint within the healthcare sector. You will play a key role in building and scaling contract logistics and freight solutions tailored to pharmaceutical and medtech clients across Europe, with a focus on the Benelux region.
 

Your Responsibilities

  • Drive the growth of healthcare logistics by acquiring and developing strategic customer accounts in the pharmaceuticals and medtech sectors.
  • Take ownership of high-impact tactical projects and deliver results through cross-functional collaboration.
  • Engineer tailored logistics and supply chain solutions for healthcare clients in key European markets.
  • Lead the transfer and scaling of healthcare logistics intelligence and best practices across multiple facilities and countries.
  • Conduct workshops and engagement sessions with customers and internal stakeholders in critical logistics hubs.
  • Champion the development and execution of healthcare-focused initiatives, contributing to the strategic roadmap of DP World in the sector.
  • Collaborate with commercial, operations, and solution design teams to deliver innovative, compliant, and scalable logistics solutions.

Your Profile

  • Proven experience in business development, commercial management, or solution design in the healthcare logistics space.
  • Deep understanding of the pharmaceutical and medtech supply chain, including GxP and GDP compliance.
  • Strong knowledge of contract logistics, freight forwarding, and healthcare distribution requirements in Europe.
  • Strategic thinker with hands-on operational insight and strong project management capabilities.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, fluent in English; additional European languages are a plus.
  • Willingness to travel across Europe as needed.

What We Offer You

🚀 “Once-in-a-lifetime” opportunity to shape the future of European healthcare logistics

🌍 A strong platform: DP World brings real assets – ports, warehouses, freight – not just theory

🌐 International growth: We're expanding in Europe, South Africa, India, and beyond – and you’re a key part of that

💼 A pivotal role: You’re part of the European healthcare leadership team, working across Commercial, Product, Tender, HQSS, IT, and Operations

🧬 Purpose-driven work: Help deliver life-saving products – safely, reliably, and at scale

💬 English as working language – other European languages a plus

✈ Travel: approx. 30–50%