Global BD Lead – Gas Sensors & Energy Markets

eLichens; France; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

eLichens is seeking an International Business Development Manager to expand presence across international markets from Paris or Grenoble. You will identify new opportunities, cultivate partnerships, and drive go-to-market strategies for innovative gas sensing solutions.

The role reports to the CMO and requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and fluency in English to engage OEMs and industry stakeholders worldwide.

Qualifications

• Significant international business development experience in gas sensing, oil & gas, or gas utilities.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities, applications, and markets.
• Establish and manage strategic partnerships.
• Develop go-to-market strategies for new products and solutions.
• Build relationships with OEMs, integrators, and key industry stakeholders.
• Monitor market trends, customer needs, and competition.
• Collaborate with engineering and product teams to shape future roadmaps.
• Represent eLichens at international events and industry associations.
• Support strategic projects and major commercial initiatives.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Entrepreneurial mindset

Market development

Partnership development

Negotiation

Presentation skills

Travel willingness

Fluent English

Education

Engineering degree or Master’s degree from a leading Business School

Job description

eLichens is seeking an International Business Development Manager to expand presence across international markets from Paris or Grenoble. You will identify new opportunities, cultivate partnerships, and drive go-to-market strategies for innovative gas sensing solutions.

The role reports to the CMO and requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and fluency in English to engage OEMs and industry stakeholders worldwide.