Vice President New Business Development (mfd)

rkw-group; Mannheim; Vor Ort; EUR 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading manufacturing firm in Mannheim is seeking an experienced Business Development Leader. The role involves leading a team to drive growth through market engagement, managing complex sales cycles, and cultivating strong relationships with customers. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience and a strong background in B2B environments, with a focus on packaging or industrial sectors. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development.

Leistungen

Competitive remuneration package

Contribution to pension scheme

Opportunities for professional development

Flexible working hours

Access to employee discounts

Job bike leasing option

Health support program

Qualifikationen

• 10+ years of relevant experience, with 8+ years in senior leadership roles.
• Strong track record in managing complex sales cycles.
• Fluent in English, additional languages are a plus.

Aufgaben

• Lead and develop the business development team.
• Translate the company’s commercial strategy into market engagement plans.
• Manage the complete business development process.

Kenntnisse

Change Management

Financial Services

Senior Leadership

Process Management

Negotiation

Analytical Skills

Ausbildung

University degree in business engineering or related field

MBA or equivalent

Jobbeschreibung

Your role and responsibilities

• Lead and develop the business development team to deliver sustained growth across all segments and regions
• Translate the companys commercial strategy into actionable market engagement plans
• Prioritise markets and prospects to align with company capabilities and growth potential
• Manage the complete business development process from opportunity identification to deal closure
• Build strong relationships with potential customers and key industry stakeholders
• Collaborate closely with Product Development Operations and Finance to ensure commercial and operational viability of new opportunities
• Coordinate with segment Vice Presidents for effective integration of new customers

Your profile and qualifications

• University degree in business engineering or a related field; MBA or equivalent is advantageous
• More than 10 years relevant work experience including at least 8 years in senior leadership roles within B2B business development preferably in manufacturing packaging or industrial sectors
• Strong track record in managing complex sales cycles and building high-value pipelines
• Fluent in English; additional European languages are a plus
• Strong commercial acumen and data-driven decision-making skills
• Exceptional leadership and coaching abilities
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive strategic initiatives
• Highly collaborative and resilient with excellent problem-solving skills
• Willingness to travel regularly across Europe

What we offer

• Attractive salary : Competitive renumeration package in line with industry standards
• Pension scheme : Contribution to the company pension scheme
• Professional development : Opportunities for continuous training and professional development through courses training programs and (language) courses
• Work-Life balance : Options for flexible working hours and remote work to support your work-life balance
• Intensive onboarding process including a Welcome Day
• Modern and global corporate culture : Flat hierarchies promotion of innovative ideas and respectful collaboration in intercultural teams
• Benefits and discounts : Access to various employee discounts and special offers as well as the option to lease a job bike
• Health : Access to the myEAP advice page (personal support program for family health work and career)

Interested in joining our team Then apply online via our RKW application portal indicating your notice period and salary expectations.

Do you have questions Feel free to contact us anytime at - we look forward to hearing from you!

Required Experience :

Key Skills

Change Management,Financial Services,Growing Experience,Managed Care,Management Experience,Analysis Skills,Senior Leadership,Performance Management,Process Management,Leadership Experience,negotiation,Analytics

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1