Chief Growth Architect - Chemical Markets

Witan Search; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Witan Search seeks a Business Development Director to lead growth strategy across chemical markets, driving revenue and margin improvements. You will identify new customers, applications and partnerships while negotiating complex contracts and aligning cross-functional teams to deliver viable, compliant proposals.

You will build relationships with senior decision-makers, manage the CRM pipeline and forecast, and stay ahead of regulatory and market developments to shape strategic plans.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in business development or strategic sales leadership within chemical/B2B environments.
• Strong understanding of chemical manufacturing, distribution, and related markets.
• Proven track record of revenue growth and long-term account development.
• Experience managing complex sales cycles with multiple stakeholders.
• Degree-level qualification in chemistry/engineering; MBA advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver the business development strategy for target chemical markets and sectors.
• Identify, qualify and convert new business opportunities through market analysis and strategic account planning.
• Build and maintain senior-level relationships with customers, distributors, and channel partners.
• Lead complex commercial negotiations including pricing and contract terms.
• Collaborate with technical, regulatory, operations, and finance teams to ensure viable proposals.
• Analyse market trends and competitor activity to inform growth plans.
• Own the sales pipeline, forecasting, and CRM reporting for senior leadership visibility.
• Develop value propositions and presentations translating capabilities into customer-focused solutions.
• Represent the company at meetings, trade shows and industry events.
• Ensure BD activities comply with health, safety, environmental, quality and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Commercial mindset

Technical credibility

Strategic thinking

Relationship building

Negotiation

Data-driven

Cross-functional leadership

Compliance awareness

Education

Degree in Chemistry/Engineering

MBA or commercial training

Tools

CRM systems

Forecasting tools

Job description

Witan Search seeks a Business Development Director to lead growth strategy across chemical markets, driving revenue and margin improvements. You will identify new customers, applications and partnerships while negotiating complex contracts and aligning cross-functional teams to deliver viable, compliant proposals.

You will build relationships with senior decision-makers, manage the CRM pipeline and forecast, and stay ahead of regulatory and market developments to shape strategic plans.