Business Development Manager - Corrosion protection
Business Development Manager - Corrosion Protection
Location: Hessen, Germany
About the Role
We are seeking a proactive and technically skilled Business Development Manager to drive growth in our Corrosion Protection solutions portfolio. This role focuses on expanding market presence for advanced anti-corrosion coatings and systems used in critical sectors such as oil & gas, marine, infrastructure, and industrial equipment.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a business development strategy for corrosion protection coatings and related technologies.
- Identify and secure new business opportunities with EPCs, asset owners, and maintenance contractors in sectors such as energy, transportation, and heavy industry.
- Build strong relationships with OEMs, engineering firms, and distributors to position our solutions in long-term projects.
- Collaborate with technical service and R&D teams to deliver tailored solutions for corrosion prevention and surface protection.
- Monitor market trends, regulatory standards (ISO, NACE, etc.), and competitor activities to inform commercial decisions.
- Manage the sales pipeline, prepare accurate forecasts, and support pricing strategies for corrosion protection products.
- Represent the company at industry conferences, trade shows, and technical seminars to strengthen brand visibility.
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of experience in business development or sales within corrosion protection, protective coatings, or related specialty chemicals.
- Strong technical understanding of corrosion mechanisms, coating systems (epoxy, polyurethane, zinc-rich primers), and application processes.
- Proven track record of driving growth and securing projects in industrial or infrastructure markets.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills; fluent in English (additional European languages are a plus).
- Willingness to travel up to 30% across EMEA.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation package including bonus and benefits.
- Opportunity to shape the future of corrosion protection solutions in a global organization.
- Collaborative, innovation-driven culture with a strong focus on ESG and sustainability.
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