Business Development Manager

Element Solutions Inc

Business Development Manager identifying and executing growth opportunities across specialty chemical portfolio. Expanding market presence and forging strategic partnerships in a fast-paced environment.

Posted 7/7/2026full-timeHouston • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $109,341 - $164,011 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in market analysis, customer relationship management, and product development strategies, with a strong focus on driving growth in the chemicals, materials, or industrial sectors. Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and negotiate complex deals while ensuring alignment with business objectives.

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Market AnalysisCustomer Relationship ManagementPricing StrategyNegotiation SkillsCross-Functional Initiative Management

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Hard Skills

Market Trend AnalysisCustomer SegmentationCompetitive PositioningValue Proposition DevelopmentDeal Structuring

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsPresentation SkillsStakeholder Engagement

Industry Keywords

ChemicalsMaterialsIndustrial SectorsKPI TrackingSustainable Growth

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

analyze market trends, customer needs, and competitive dynamics to uncover new business prospects
build and nurture relationships with key customers, distributors, and industry stakeholders
drive new product introductions, market entry strategies, and pricing models in collaboration with Sales, Marketing, and R&D
work closely with technical teams to translate customer challenges into product development opportunities
lead contract negotiations and ensure alignment with business objectives and compliance standards
track KPIs, revenue targets, and customer satisfaction to ensure sustainable growth
attend industry events, conferences, and trade shows to promote our brand and solutions

Requirements

What you’ll need

proven track record in identifying and executing growth opportunities, ideally in chemicals, materials, or industrial sectors
strong understanding of market dynamics, customer segmentation, and competitive positioning
skilled in pricing strategy, value proposition development, and deal structuring
ability to grasp product functionality and translate technical features into customer benefits
strong interpersonal and negotiation skills with the ability to close complex deals
experience managing cross-functional initiatives from concept to execution
excellent presentation and stakeholder engagement capabilities
comfortable working across cultures, regions, and time zones

Benefits

Comp & perks

competitive base salary
generous performance related bonus plan
401k plan with company matching
Life Insurance
Medical Insurance
9 holidays