Business Development Manager - Cosmetics
Connect Chemicals GmbH, Alpharetta, GA, United States
Connect Chemicals is an owner-managed company with more than 25 years of experience in the production and distribution of specialty chemicals. With over 360 employees at our headquarters in Germany and in our subsidiaries across Europe, North America, and Asia, we market a high-quality portfolio of products and services.
What sets us apart? A family-oriented corporate culture built on trust, reliability, and genuine appreciation. We support individual development and place great value on strong teamwork, because our employees are the key to our long-term success.
Business Development Manager - Cosmetics
Your responsibilities:
Drive market expansion and revenue growth in the US cosmetics sector by shaping and executing targeted commercial strategies
Spot and act on high-value opportunities and emerging segments
Lead high-stake negotiations and secure strategic partnerships with key industry players
Build and nurture strong relationships across the cosmetics ecosystem to accelerate business development momentum
Serve as a technical partner to customers (including formulators, brands, contract manufacturers, and global corporations); providing guidance on product selection, formulation challenges, regulatory considerations, and market trends
Track market dynamics, competitor moves, regulatory shifts, and ingredient innovations
Represent the company at major trade shows, conferences, and industry events
Your Profile:
A bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Formulation Science, or a related technical field
5+ years of experience in business development or technical sales within the cosmetics or personal care industry
Solid technical expertise in cosmetic ingredients and formulation technologies
Practical experience in formulation or product development is a strong advantage
A well-established network across the cosmetics landscape
Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage formulators, R&D teams, procurement, and senior leadership
Willingness to travel up to 50 % to support customers and business growth
Be part of a dynamic and innovative company leading in cosmetic raw materials
Opportunity to work with a passionate team and influential industry partners
Competitive salary and benefits package
A company culture that values balance; even in a fast-paced environment, real work-life balance is possible
A motivated, collaborative team where true team spirit is part of everyday work
Do you value variety in your work, think beyond the obvious, and enjoy collaborating across teams? Even if you don’t meet every single requirement in our job description: if you’re excited about making an impact with us, we’d love to hear from you.
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What sets us apart? A family-oriented corporate culture built on trust, reliability, and genuine appreciation. We support individual development and place great value on strong teamwork, because our employees are the key to our long-term success.
Business Development Manager - Cosmetics
Your responsibilities:
Drive market expansion and revenue growth in the US cosmetics sector by shaping and executing targeted commercial strategies
Spot and act on high-value opportunities and emerging segments
Lead high-stake negotiations and secure strategic partnerships with key industry players
Build and nurture strong relationships across the cosmetics ecosystem to accelerate business development momentum
Serve as a technical partner to customers (including formulators, brands, contract manufacturers, and global corporations); providing guidance on product selection, formulation challenges, regulatory considerations, and market trends
Track market dynamics, competitor moves, regulatory shifts, and ingredient innovations
Represent the company at major trade shows, conferences, and industry events
Your Profile:
A bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Formulation Science, or a related technical field
5+ years of experience in business development or technical sales within the cosmetics or personal care industry
Solid technical expertise in cosmetic ingredients and formulation technologies
Practical experience in formulation or product development is a strong advantage
A well-established network across the cosmetics landscape
Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage formulators, R&D teams, procurement, and senior leadership
Willingness to travel up to 50 % to support customers and business growth
Be part of a dynamic and innovative company leading in cosmetic raw materials
Opportunity to work with a passionate team and influential industry partners
Competitive salary and benefits package
A company culture that values balance; even in a fast-paced environment, real work-life balance is possible
A motivated, collaborative team where true team spirit is part of everyday work
Do you value variety in your work, think beyond the obvious, and enjoy collaborating across teams? Even if you don’t meet every single requirement in our job description: if you’re excited about making an impact with us, we’d love to hear from you.
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