Simon Deré
Business Development Manager at QbD Group- Claim this Profile
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James Leigh
Simon is an expert in the Life Sciences industry, helping clients navigate through the world of standards and certifications, in order to achieve their goals.
Karin Vermeulen
Working with Simon, you immediately sense the customer centricity approach. Simon has a transparent communication style. This, together with his friendly approach, helps to build and maintain strong relationships. His expertise and strong understanding of the industry are strong capabilities in support of finding the right solution.
Christina Abts
I know Simon as a very driven, engaged and excellent communicator. He takes his commercial work to the next level, keeping in mind the goals and values of the company. As a team player I value his sense of commitment and thriving to be best in class. And of course, Simon is always good company and he brings humor in the place. I enjoy working with Simon.
James Leigh
Simon is an expert in the Life Sciences industry, helping clients navigate through the world of standards and certifications, in order to achieve their goals.
Karin Vermeulen
Working with Simon, you immediately sense the customer centricity approach. Simon has a transparent communication style. This, together with his friendly approach, helps to build and maintain strong relationships. His expertise and strong understanding of the industry are strong capabilities in support of finding the right solution.
Christina Abts
I know Simon as a very driven, engaged and excellent communicator. He takes his commercial work to the next level, keeping in mind the goals and values of the company. As a team player I value his sense of commitment and thriving to be best in class. And of course, Simon is always good company and he brings humor in the place. I enjoy working with Simon.
James Leigh
Simon is an expert in the Life Sciences industry, helping clients navigate through the world of standards and certifications, in order to achieve their goals.
Karin Vermeulen
Working with Simon, you immediately sense the customer centricity approach. Simon has a transparent communication style. This, together with his friendly approach, helps to build and maintain strong relationships. His expertise and strong understanding of the industry are strong capabilities in support of finding the right solution.
Christina Abts
I know Simon as a very driven, engaged and excellent communicator. He takes his commercial work to the next level, keeping in mind the goals and values of the company. As a team player I value his sense of commitment and thriving to be best in class. And of course, Simon is always good company and he brings humor in the place. I enjoy working with Simon.
James Leigh
Simon is an expert in the Life Sciences industry, helping clients navigate through the world of standards and certifications, in order to achieve their goals.
Karin Vermeulen
Working with Simon, you immediately sense the customer centricity approach. Simon has a transparent communication style. This, together with his friendly approach, helps to build and maintain strong relationships. His expertise and strong understanding of the industry are strong capabilities in support of finding the right solution.
Christina Abts
I know Simon as a very driven, engaged and excellent communicator. He takes his commercial work to the next level, keeping in mind the goals and values of the company. As a team player I value his sense of commitment and thriving to be best in class. And of course, Simon is always good company and he brings humor in the place. I enjoy working with Simon.
Credentials
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LinkedIn Social Selling Mastership
Sales EventsJun, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
HubSpot Sales Software
HubSpotJan, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Strategic Selling Masterclass
InventiOct, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
Growth Marketing Mentorship Program
GrowForce academyMay, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
Social Law
Cevora / CeforaJan, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
Project Management
Amelior - Training & ConsultingFeb, 2017- Nov, 2024 -
Registered sales of disinfectants and general biocides
VIVES University CollegeJul, 2012- Nov, 2024
Experience
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QbD Group
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Belgium
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Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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100 - 200 Employee
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Business Development Manager
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Jan 2023 - Present
Manage large & key Life Science accounts, nurturing lasting relationships and driving success. Act as the Single Point of Contact (SPOC) for our CRM HubSpot, facilitating seamless communication for the international sales team. Provide technical support to the Marketing team in terms of market knowledge and strategy development. SPOC for new partnerships and acquisitions, identifying and fostering valuable collaborations. Develop new customer relationships while deepening and… Show more Manage large & key Life Science accounts, nurturing lasting relationships and driving success. Act as the Single Point of Contact (SPOC) for our CRM HubSpot, facilitating seamless communication for the international sales team. Provide technical support to the Marketing team in terms of market knowledge and strategy development. SPOC for new partnerships and acquisitions, identifying and fostering valuable collaborations. Develop new customer relationships while deepening and expanding existing ones Discover and implement new sales software technologies and tools and strategies to enhance our competitive edge. Selling a diverse range of consultancy services and products, including SaaS solutions and QMS software. Coaching and mentoring new sales colleagues Sharing Linkedin and other digital tools know-how and expertise Monitor and analyze business performance and objectives (KPIs) Partnering across divisions to capture potential market opportunities and increase internal collaboration Ensuring efficient running of sales processes, proper division of work, prioritization and execution (content and progress) of work
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Account Manager
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Jan 2020 - Dec 2022
Responsible for business development in the Flemish and Dutch markets, my focus is on QbD's staffing and sourcing solutions in the life sciences and healthcare industry (small molecule pharma, large molecule pharma, advanced therapy medicinal products (ATMP), medical devices, and in vitro diagnostics (IVDs)). Sell knowledge, expertise, and software that QbD brings to the table, particularly in the areas of validation, quality assurance, regulatory affairs, and project management & support.
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Oxford Global Resources
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United States
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Professional Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Strategic Accounts Executive
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Oct 2019 - Dec 2019
• Sales strategic key clients in Benelux • Sales overview and coordination of Belgium, Irish, Swiss and Dutch account manager teams • Unification strategy implementation Life Science, IT and Engineering*
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Account Manager
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Nov 2018 - Oct 2019
• Business development • Commercial negotiations • Contract handeling • Sales • Marketing • Client acquisition (Former Lab Support) - Life Science*
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USG Professionals Belgium
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Belgium
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Staffing and Recruiting
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1 - 100 Employee
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HR Business Partner & Sales
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Jul 2017 - Oct 2018
• Recruiting and Sales for Science • Search for candidates through networking, databases and social media • Interviewing and screening candidates • Contract and commercial negotiations • Follow-up on science projects with customer • Single point of contact (SPOC) for consultants inter projects • Sales and prospecting science companies • Business development • Exit interviews • Coaching and development interviews
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Team Leader Analytical Science
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Jan 2017 - Jul 2017
Teamleader Analytical Science and Technology Project at Alcon Couvreur-Novartis AG Puurs • Plan, organize and manage projects • Strategic planning to meet deadlines and KPIs • Presentation of weekly progress of the projects to the customer • Documentation of the project • Provide technical support • Quality control of chromatographic results of active ingredients (HPLC, GC) • Single point of contact (SPOC) for the AS&T project • QA software: EZChrom, Chromeleon and… Show more Teamleader Analytical Science and Technology Project at Alcon Couvreur-Novartis AG Puurs • Plan, organize and manage projects • Strategic planning to meet deadlines and KPIs • Presentation of weekly progress of the projects to the customer • Documentation of the project • Provide technical support • Quality control of chromatographic results of active ingredients (HPLC, GC) • Single point of contact (SPOC) for the AS&T project • QA software: EZChrom, Chromeleon and LIMS • Team manager of 9 scientists
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Syngenta
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Switzerland
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Farming
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700 & Above Employee
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Research Scientist
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Oct 2012 - Dec 2016
Scientist in Research • Writing scientific reports • Presentation of hard data and project progress • Design and set-up of RNAi / mRNA experiments (plant and entomology projects) • Project manager for the international PR project on bee populations and flower diversity at the Ghent site (Former Devgen) Scientist in Research • Writing scientific reports • Presentation of hard data and project progress • Design and set-up of RNAi / mRNA experiments (plant and entomology projects) • Project manager for the international PR project on bee populations and flower diversity at the Ghent site (Former Devgen)
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ILVO (Instituut voor Landbouw, Visserij- en Voedingsonderzoek)
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Belgium
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Research Services
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300 - 400 Employee
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Research Intern
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Jan 2012 - Apr 2012
Plant breeding using protoplast fusion for Chrysanthemum, Chicory, Anthurium and Spathiphyllum and detection of their fusion products via HRM • Making protoplasts by breaking down cell walls through enzymatic digestion • Fusion via electroshock and chemical aids • Regeneration of protoplasts and fusion products • Characterization and analyzing single point mutations of the fusion products via RT-qPCR high resolution melting Plant breeding using protoplast fusion for Chrysanthemum, Chicory, Anthurium and Spathiphyllum and detection of their fusion products via HRM • Making protoplasts by breaking down cell walls through enzymatic digestion • Fusion via electroshock and chemical aids • Regeneration of protoplasts and fusion products • Characterization and analyzing single point mutations of the fusion products via RT-qPCR high resolution melting
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VIVES University of Applied Sciences
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Belgium
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Research Intern
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Oct 2011 - Nov 2011
Detection and circumvention of pre-zygotic barriers after species crossing of Chrysanthemum species through monitoring of pollen germination, fertilization and embryo development • Research into physical limitations that can occur within pollen germination and stamping • Evaluation of in vitro pollen germination on semi-solid medium • Crossing of Chrysanthemum species through hand-pollination. Detection and circumvention of pre-zygotic barriers after species crossing of Chrysanthemum species through monitoring of pollen germination, fertilization and embryo development • Research into physical limitations that can occur within pollen germination and stamping • Evaluation of in vitro pollen germination on semi-solid medium • Crossing of Chrysanthemum species through hand-pollination.
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Research Intern
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Mar 2011 - May 2011
Kwaliteitsonderzoek bij bereidings- en productieproces in de voedingsindustrie • Voorbereiden van interne kwaliteitsaudits • Veiligheidschecklists doorlopen en controleren Kwaliteitsonderzoek bij bereidings- en productieproces in de voedingsindustrie • Voorbereiden van interne kwaliteitsaudits • Veiligheidschecklists doorlopen en controleren
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Education
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VIVES University College
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc), Biotechnology -
Odisee
Degree, Marketing -
Odisee
Degree, Communication and Media Studies