Senior Vice President, Defense & Industrial Base Services

BioMADE

. Develop and execute the DIBS strategy, business plans, and operating priorities in alignment with BioMADE’s strategy and mission .

Posted 9/25/2026full-timeMinneapolis • Minnesota • United StatesSenior💰 $275,000 - $425,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing business strategies, driving financial performance, and leading multidisciplinary teams in complex environments. Proven ability to build customer relationships and manage government and commercial partnerships effectively.

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Senior Leadership ExperienceFinancial Strategy FormulationCustomer Relationship ManagementGovernment Acquisition ExperienceIndustrial Biotechnology Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Business Strategy DevelopmentFinancial Performance ManagementProposal DevelopmentPortfolio PlanningQuality AssuranceProgram EvaluationResource AllocationOperational EfficiencyTechnology TransitionPublic-Private Partnerships

Soft Skills

LeadershipTeam DevelopmentAccountabilityCommunicationRelationship Building

Certifications & Qualifications

U.S. CitizenshipU.S. Government Security Clearance Eligibility

Industry Keywords

Industrial BiotechnologyAdvanced ManufacturingGovernment ContractingFederal CustomersDefense Customers

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute the DIBS strategy, business plans, and operating priorities in alignment with BioMADE’s strategy and mission
Drive DIBS business and financial performance, including revenue growth, operating performance, and resource allocation
Lead the DIBS organization and leadership team, including organizational design, staffing priorities, performance expectations, and day-to-day operating decisions
Contribute to BioMADE-wide strategy and decisions as a member of the executive team
Understand customer needs and translate them into relevant services and funded work
Build a strong pipeline of federal work while pursuing mission-aligned commercial opportunities
Build trusted relationships with government and commercial customers and represent BioMADE externally
Lead DIBS business development and capture, including proposals and pricing
Oversee delivery across the DIBS portfolio, with accountability for customer commitments, financial performance, and quality
Lead project portfolio planning, quality assurance, and program evaluation
Leverage the BioMADE Pilot Plant Network to mature promising product technologies toward manufacturing and adoption
Oversee BioMADE membership and broader ecosystem activities, including partnerships and workforce development
Report to the CEO and lead a multidisciplinary organization serving government and commercial customers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Senior leadership experience in a customer-facing business, operating unit, or portfolio, with responsibility for strategy, growth, financial performance, and delivery
Ability to formulate and execute financial strategies to achieve margin targets, revenue goals, and operational efficiencies
Track record of building durable customer relationships and converting customer needs into funded work, services, or partnerships
Experience with government acquisition, procurement, and/or financial assistance instruments, including proposal development
Experience leading and developing high-performing multidisciplinary teams, developing senior leaders, and creating a culture of accountability and strong execution
Experience making portfolio and resource decisions in complex technical or regulated environments
Ability to lead effectively in a technically complex environment, engage credibly with technical experts, and use their expertise to inform business and portfolio decisions
U.S. citizenship required
Eligibility to obtain and maintain the required U.S. government security clearance
Experience serving federal or defense customers strongly preferred
Experience in industrial biotechnology, advanced manufacturing, or another technology-intensive sector valuable
Familiarity with technology transition, government contracting, or public-private partnerships desirable but not required

Benefits

Comp & perks

100% Employer paid options for medical insurance for BioMADE employees; low-cost buy-up options also available
Generous cost-sharing for medical insurance for spouse and child(ren)
Health Savings Account option for medical insurance
100% Employer paid Dental and Vision insurance for BioMADE employees
Low-cost Dental insurance for spouse/child(ren) with child ortho coverage
100% employer paid Vision for employee, and spouse/child(ren) coverage
Section 125 Flexible Spending Plan options for Medical, Dependent Care, and Commuter Pre-Tax benefits
100% Employer paid Life insurance with a 1x Annual Salary for Exempt staff and a Flat $50,000 benefit for hourly staff
100% Employer paid Short Term Disability insurance and low-cost Voluntary Long Term Disability insurance available
401(k) retirement plan with up to 6% match on plan compensation (no vesting period)
Discretionary Incentive Plan based on organizational and individual performance
Paid Time Off (PTO) that begins to accrue from your hire date
13 Paid holidays, including a winter break between Christmas Eve Day and New Year’s Day
Paid Parental Leave—up to 8 weeks of paid leave for new parents
Full access to LinkedIn Learning’s Suite for professional development
Hybrid Work Policy for most positions
Stipend for Internet and personal cell phone use
Free Parking
Casual Dress Code
Free snacks and beverages at CA and MN office locations
Fun on and off-site employee activities sponsored by the Employee Engagement Committee
On site gym access
Pet Friendly office space