Business Development Manager (m/f/d)

The processes developed within Clariant’s biotechnology platform are ideal for producing sustainable, bio-based chemicals and fuels, and offer enormous potential for general use in different manufacturing processes. The Business Line »Biofuels & Derivatives«, a new segment within the Business Area Catalysis, was established to market and continuously develop the sunliquid® technology.

We are now looking for a Business Development Manager (m/f/d) to join our Biofuels & Derivatives Business Line and drive its continued commercial success.

• Responsible for EU-wide Business Development including lead generation and mapping of governmental, legal and regulatory developments.
• Drive Business Development projects from concept to commercialization.
• Become the authority with respect to market development and trends, competition and regulatory.
• Define strategy including project milestones and resource requirements.
• Develop a network of customers and partners in the renewable energy sector.
• Lead multi-functional project teams to execute strategies, reduce risk and to deliver the milestones.
• Define and validate the value proposition and the pricing of the new product / offering.
• Take responsibility for the progress, quality and overall budget of the project.

• You have a passion for sustainability, renewable energy and future technologies. 
• You hold a degree in Chemistry, Engineering or Business Management and can provide experience in the Chemical, Biofuel, Oil or related industries.
• You have experience in technical and/or commercial roles – preferably in Business Development and corresponding activities (e. g. development of value propositions, value-based selling, and pricing, preparation of technical and commercial proposals, sales deal negotiation related to new products/offerings and new applications).
• You enjoy communicating based on your excellent communication skills.
• Ideally you have a network established to potential customers and external partners. 
• What else is important? You possess perseverance, international experience and intercultural sensitivity.
• And, you are fluent in English (both, written and spoken).

• We ensure a highly interesting, versatile and challenging work environment.
• You will have outstanding influence on daily activities and tasks, with full responsibility for projects assigned.
• We offer an attractive remuneration and the benefits of a modern company.
• We will support your development needs with tailored, individual trainings.

Clariant is a focused, sustainable and innovative specialty chemical company based near Basel in Switzerland. Last year the company recorded CHF 4.4 billion in sales for its continuing businesses, harnessing the talents of its 14 000 employees across 50+ countries. Clariant’s portfolio is optimized for future growth, with a focus in three business areas: Care Chemicals, Catalysis and Natural Resources.

We believe that our growth is all about our customers and their success. Investment in innovation capabilities and developing an inspiring environment for courageous and determined minds are therefore key to reaching our goal.

Join us and help create sustainable value through chemistry for customers all over the globe.