Business Development Manager

Arkema; Radnor (Delaware County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkema is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive growth in Organic Peroxides across the Americas. You will act as the key link between customers, R&D, and commercial teams to commercialize differentiated opportunities.

You will manage multiple development projects with a $70M sales potential over five years, translating technical challenges into actionable development plans while traveling across North America 50–60% of the time.

Qualifications

• About 10 years of professional experience, with at least 5 in R&D, technical, or business development.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, chemistry, polymer processing, or materials science (advanced degree or MBA would be a plus).
• Ability to travel 50–60% of the time across North America.

Responsibilities

• Develop and commercialize technically differentiated growth opportunities for Organic Peroxides in the Americas region, serving as the primary interface between customer, R&D, and commercial teams.
• Manage a rich pipeline of development opportunities with at least $70M in sales potential within 5 years, including development of new applications and technologies.
• Translate technical and operational customer challenges into development projects with clear technical and commercial objectives.

Skills

Business development

R&D collaboration

Technical communication

Market analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/chemistry

Tools

CRM software

Job description

At Arkema, you’ll be part of an organization that values its people. With plenty of training and advancement opportunities, you will be supported to thrive and grow within our global network.

Our values guide how we work every day—not just what we say.

• Inclusion: Everyone deserves to feel respected, supported, and heard.
• Safety & Support: We prioritize safe work practices, proper PPE, clear procedures, and incident reporting without hesitation.
• Empowerment: Training is provided, expectations are clear, and learning is encouraged.
• Teamwork: Success here is built through communication, collaboration, and shared responsibility.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Business Development Manager, you will…

• Develop and commercialize technically differentiated growth opportunities for Organic Peroxides in the Americas region, serving as the primary interface between customer, R&D, and commercial teams
• Manage a rich pipeline of development opportunities with at least $70M in sales potential within 5 years – this includes development new applications and technologies, while identifying key opportunities where our business can provide specialized customer value
• Translate technical & operational customer challenges into development projects with clear technical and commercial objectives

Qualifications:

Even if you don’t meet all the requirements below, we’d still love to hear from you! Arkema is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected and valued. We welcome applicants of all genders, identities, backgrounds, and experiences, including veterans and candidates with military service.

• Around 10 years of professional experience, with at least 5 spent in R&D, Technical, or Business Development
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Chemistry, Polymer Processing, or Materials Science. An advanced technical degree or MBA would be a plus!
• Ability to travel 50-60% of the time, mostly throughout North America