Wacker Chemical Corporation USA · 1 day ago
Business Development Manager I
Ann Arbor, MI
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
6+ years expWacker Chemical Corporation is a leading research-intensive chemical company that develops sustainable solutions. They are seeking a Business Development Manager I to lead the regional strategic and operational development of innovation hubs, identify new business areas, and introduce new technologies and products to the market.
Chemicals
No H1B
U.S. Citizen OnlyHiring Manager
Contessa Elliott-Hernandez, CDR
Responsibilities
Develop & implement the regional strategic plan for targeted business developed areas. Identifying new business areas, applications, and markets; develop new business models including the development of compelling value propositions and expanded sales opportunities
Increase industry expertise & presence by attending educational opportunities, maintaining personal network, and participating/contributing to industrial associations, conferences, trade shows and social media
Validate new business opportunities within the marketplace prior to committing resources. Careful transition of developed business to sales team
Lead introduction of new products in relevant markets and to new customers
Identify, establish and maintain relationships with key decision-makers
Collaborating with other business units/business teams/R&D within WACKER to build on existing customers, markets, products, and application knowledge
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in a relevant technical field (eg Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Sciences) required
6+ years of sales & marketing experience in a chemical industry preferably with experience in silicones
Proven track record of successful business development within the silicones industry
Strong networking skills with co-workers, prospects and customers
Solid knowledge of CRM and Enterprise systems
Proven ability to self-start and work with minimal supervision
High degree of professionalism and business ethics
Ability to develop and implement business development strategy
Comfortable with making decisions in an uncertain environment
Travel – up to 50% domestic and international travel
Preferred
Masters level preferred
Benefits
Compensation and Incentive plans
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance effective day 1
Paid Time Off in addition to personal days and holidays
Paid parental leave
Wellbeing fund
Flexible hybrid work arrangements
401(k) with company match
Education Assistance Program
Career development and advancement opportunities
Support for Community Involvement
Company
Wacker Chemical Corporation USA
As a pioneer in chemical R&D and manufacturing, we partner with nearly every industry to make a better world for generations.
Founded in 1914Ann Arbor, MI, US
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
David Wilhoit
President and CEO
Raj Polanki
Head of IT & Digital / Divisional CIO
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