Technical Business Development Manager (Advanced Materials)

ACCELERATED MATERIALS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A cutting-edge materials science startup in Singapore is seeking a highly motivated Technical Business Development Manager. This role involves driving the adoption of advanced materials technology across various applications, managing high-value accounts, and structuring complex deals. The ideal candidate will have significant expertise in nanomaterials and a proven track record in business development within the semiconductor or specialty chemicals sectors. This position offers a competitive equity package and fast career growth potential in a rapidly moving environment.

Benefits

Competitive equity package (ESOP)

Flexible work environment

Mentorship from industry experts

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Business Development or Technical Sales within Semiconductor Materials, Electronic Chemicals, or Specialty Chemicals.
• Familiarity with supply chains in specialty chemicals and advanced materials.
• Proven history of lead generation and closing deals.

Responsibilities

• Prospect and close deals within high-value verticals.
• Structure Joint Development Agreements and licensing models.
• Translate complex customer requirements into clear targets.

Skills

Technical expertise in nanomaterials

Advanced networking abilities within APAC

Ability to structure complex deals

Excellent presentation abilities

Experience with sales CRMs

International work experience

International work experience

Willingness to travel

Education

Degree in Material Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Physics

Tools

Salesforce

Hubspot

Monday

Job description

Accelerated Materials (AM) is an innovative, seed-stage start-up commercializing a technology platform that bridges the gap between nanomaterial discovery and industrial-scale manufacturing. By combining advanced reaction processes with artificial intelligence and automation, we streamline the pathway of scale-up, reducing the time and cost by up to 90%. With this platform, we provide end-to-end solutions for the advanced materials industry, offering new capabilities and intellectual property in record time.

We are looking for a highly motivated Technical Business Development Manager to spearhead our commercial expansion. You will drive the adoption of our platform across a range of applications, from semiconductors to pharmaceuticals.

Key Responsibilities

• Prospect and close deals within high-value verticals
• Structure Joint Development Agreements (JDAs) and licensing models which handle R&D, equipment sales and manufacturing agreements.
• Translate complex customer requirements into clear targets and value propositions for our scientific and engineering team.
• Manage key accounts, moving customers from sampling to production scale-up, working with across our commercial and technical teams.
• Work with our corporate strategy team to conduct value chain analysis and market size estimation.

Skills Required

• Technical expertise in nanomaterials, for example, being able to comfortably discuss the customer requirements and relate them to our performance improvements in particle morphology control.
• Advanced networking abilities within APAC and globally, with established contacts within the specialty chemicals ecosystem.
• The ability to structure complex deals involving IP transfer, technology licensing, and co‑development.
• A highly collaborative and flexible mindset, with experience of working with start‑ups as well as large companies.
• Excellent presentation abilities, able to quickly craft presentations and give them to senior management on a regular basis.
• Expertise in managing sales CRMs like Monday, Hubspot, Salesforce
• Experience in working internationally, across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific regions
• Ability to travel up to 25‑40% within APAC/Global

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Business Development or Technical Sales within Semiconductor Materials, Electronic Chemicals, or Specialty Chemicals.
• A degree in Material Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Physics.
• Familiarity with supply chains in specialty chemicals and advanced materials
• A proven history of lead generation and closing deals involving new technology introduction or pilot-line adoption.
• The ability to communicate fluently in professional English.

What You Will Gain

• A competitive equity package (ESOP) allowing you to share in the company’s success
• A key role in shaping a high-growth, science-driven startup.
• The opportunity to work with cutting‑edge technology in AI‑driven materials science.
• Fast‑paced career growth potential in a rapidly moving start‑up.
• Mentorship from industry experts.
• A flexible work environment focused on creating impact