Strategic BD Lead – Polymers & Markets (EMEA)

Kaneka Belgium NV; Westerlo; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Intensive start-up program

Follow-up training

Extensive fringe benefits

Job summary

Kaneka Belgium NV in Belgium seeks a Business Development Specialist to drive sales, market insights, and strategic guidance across EMEA. You will collaborate with technical and marketing teams to create customer-centric solutions and promote Kaneka MS Polymer technology.

The role requires a MSc in chemistry with business exposure, strong negotiation skills, and willingness to travel 30-50% within the territory. English fluency is essential, other EU languages are a plus.

Qualifications

• Master in Science (Chemistry) with optional business masters or equivalent by experience.
• Strong background in chemistry, polymers and related applications.
• Experience in business development or sales in specialty chemicals or related industries.
• Strong understanding of construction, industrial, automotive or manufacturing markets.
• Able to engage commercially and technically with customers across R&D, purchasing, production and management.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales and marketing to meet the agreed business plan in EMEA.
• Report and assist to set up the sales budget and action planning.
• Collect, analyse and report market information to develop the marketing strategy.
• Provide strategic guidance to technical teams, customers, and agents to identify new market opportunities and maximize sales outcomes
• Collaborate closely with technical, marketing, and product management teams to develop customer-specific solutions and convert new business opportunities.
• Promote the technical and commercial advantages of Kaneka MS Polymer technology.
• Represent Kaneka at industry events, exhibitions, and technical seminars.

Skills

Chemistry background

Polymers

Sales experience

English proficiency

Negotiation skills

Education

Master in Science (Chemistry)

Business master (optional)

Job description

Kaneka Belgium NV in Belgium seeks a Business Development Specialist to drive sales, market insights, and strategic guidance across EMEA. You will collaborate with technical and marketing teams to create customer-centric solutions and promote Kaneka MS Polymer technology.

The role requires a MSc in chemistry with business exposure, strong negotiation skills, and willingness to travel 30-50% within the territory. English fluency is essential, other EU languages are a plus.