Business Development Sales Manager

Johnson Matthey; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company specializing in sustainable technology as a Business Development Sales Manager in Chicago. The role focuses on driving growth through strategic negotiations and managing key relationships in the Petrochemicals industry, while contributing to a cleaner, sustainable future. Enjoy a competitive salary, flexible working options, and a strong commitment to inclusivity.

Benefits

Retirement savings

Life and disability insurance

Commuter allowances

Medical plans

Fitness discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in Petrochemicals and associated catalysts.
• Proven technical sales experience and complex negotiations.
• Demonstrated experience in successfully hunting new business.

Responsibilities

• Identify and lead opportunities from idea generation to commercialization.
• Negotiate collaboration agreements and manage internal relationships.
• Deliver sales volume and revenue across assigned territories.

Skills

Negotiation

Sales

Business Development

Technical Sales

Relationship Management

Education

Engineering or scientific background

Job description

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Business Development Sales Manager

Bewerben locations Chicago, IL - US time type Vollzeit posted on Vor 2 Tagen ausgeschrieben time left to apply Enddatum: 18. Juni 2025 (Noch 11 Tage Zeit für Bewerbung) job requisition id R-012430 Pay Range: $ - $

Vacancy: Business Development Sales Manager

Location: Chicago

World-changing careers, enabled by Johnson Matthey. With more than 200 years history, join us and help to accelerate the transition to net-zero! As a Business Development Sales Manager, you’ll contribute to JM’s mission as a world leader in sustainable technology, transforming energy and reducing carbon emissions for a cleaner, brighter future.

The role:

As a Business Development Sales Manager, you will help drive our goals by:

• Identifying and leading medium and large opportunities from idea generation through to first commercialization to deliver sustained and significant medium to long-term growth.

• Lead and be responsible for the negotiation of collaboration agreements (NDAs, MTAs, supply agreements)

• Managing internal relationships to deliver the commercial opportunity which can involve R&D, legal, operations, engineering and other commercial resources.

• Hunting the open landscape for emerging technologies and startups that would align with Chemcat’s strategy and operational/technical capabilities.

• Managing the sales process for customers from quotation through negotiation to closing profitable sales deals, primarily in Petrochemicals but also in EOO and Sponge product lines.

• Delivering sales volume, revenue, net revenue, and gross margin for the assigned base sales territory and available market (total addressable market).

Requirements for the role:

• Engineering or scientific background and experience

• Experience in the Petrochemicals industry and associated catalysts

• Proven sales and technical sales experience including complex negotiations

• Demonstrated experiencing in successfully hunting new business

Even if you only match some of the skills, we’d love to hear from you to discuss further!

What we offer:

We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We are also supportive of hybrid and flexible working and where applicable, offer life, medical and other benefits that support our employees’ financial and physical wellbeing, such as:

• Retirement savings

• Saving accounts

• Life and disability insurance

• Commuter allowances and loans

• Medical plans / health assessments

• Fitness discounts

Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career!

At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected.

For any queries or accessibility requirements, please contact [e-mail]. We will work with you to make suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are confidential, and your feedback is welcome to help us provide an accessible and positive recruitment experience.

Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks, early application is advised.

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How to apply:
If you have the necessary skills and experience to join our team, please apply online. For any queries or should you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application please let your recruiter know when they contact you.

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Johnson Matthey Plc is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.

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We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all. If you need support with your application email [e-mail].

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Are you passionate about sustainable technology solutions, transforming energy, and reducing carbon emissions? At Johnson Matthey, our world-changing careers empower talented individuals to collaborate on impactful projects aimed at decarbonising modern life. Join us in catalysing the net-zero transition for a cleaner, brighter future.