Connect Chemicals is an owner-managed company with over 25 years of experience in the production and distribution of specialty chemicals. With more than 360 employees at our headquarters in Ratingen, as well as in subsidiaries in Europe, America, and Asia, we market a high-quality product and service portfolio.
What sets us apart? A family-oriented corporate culture based on trust, reliability, and genuine appreciation. We promote individual development and rely on strong collaboration, as our employees are the key to our sustainable success.
Business Development Manager – R&D / Custom Manufacturing
Your Responsibilities:
Drive new business opportunities in Custom Manufacturing and convert leads into projects
Champion our Custom Manufacturing capabilities with existing and new customers
Identify key decision-makers, build strong partnerships, and manage strategic relationships
Translate customer challenges into innovative, value adding solutions
Maintain a performance driven mindset to meet volume and profitability goals
Collaborate closely with Sales and align on project pipelines and customer needs
Work hand in hand with R&D teams in Germany and India to advance developments and ensure product, quality, and service requirements are met
Your Profile:
Technical background in chemistry, chemical engineering or similar engineering disciplines
Solid business development experience in the chemical industry
Strong customer centric mindset, driven to solve production and supply chain challenges
8+ years in commercial roles, ideally with a track record of delivering innovative, value added solutions
Confident communicator who can engage and influence stakeholders at all organizational levels; from R&D and procurement to CEOs and production managers
Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills
Willingness to travel up to 50 % to support growth and project execution
Be part of a dynamic and innovative company
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
If you’re passionate about driving business, building strong relationships, and making things happen, with a hands-on mindset and a positive “can do” attitude, then you’ll feel right at home with us.
Even if your profile doesn’t tick every box: if you see yourself in this role and are excited to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you and show you what makes Connect Chemicals special.
Connect Chemicals USA LLC
219 Roswell Street, Suite 250
Alpharetta, GA 30009
Please note: We do not accept unsolicited approaches from recruiters or staffing agencies. Only direct applications will be considered. Any recruiter or agency inquiries will be ignored.
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Business Development Manager
Connect Chemicals GmbH · Alpharetta, GA, USA ·
- Job type:
- Full Time