New Business Development Manager

Roehm; United States; On-site; USD 115,000 - 173,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Wellness programs

Job summary

Röhm seeks an accomplished business development professional to drive the PMMA business in the Americas. You will uncover new markets, lead growth initiatives, and expand Roehm’s ACRYLITE® and CYROLITE® technologies across key North American industries.

You’ll engage OEMs, collaborate with R&D, and shape launch strategies while building a high-value, multinational customer network. Travel 50%+ is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a technical field (Chem Eng, Materials Science, Optical Eng, Polymer Science)
• Minimum 5 years in business development or technical commercial roles, preferably in plastics/polymers/advanced materials
• Proven success in customer-facing roles requiring engagement and solution selling
• Ability to thrive in a cross-functional, multicultural environment across technical, commercial, and global teams
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills; highly self-driven
• Proficiency in MS Office, CRM systems, SAP, and data analysis tools
• Willingness to travel 50%+ including international travel

Responsibilities

• Lead New Business Development across the Americas, identify high-value opportunities and drive growth programs.
• Build market presence in Automotive, Medical, Extrusion, and Construction segments by identifying applications and customer needs.
• Engage OEMs in Building & Construction, gather VOC insights, and collaborate with R&D on next-gen products.
• Perform strategic portfolio and market analysis to spot gaps and expansion opportunities.
• Represent Röhm at trade shows and industry conferences to generate leads and expand networks.
• Drive cross-regional collaboration by translating global opportunities for multinational customers.
• Provide market intelligence to leadership and partner with technical, commercial, and sales teams on product launches.
• Maintain a high-value pipeline with accurate CRM tracking and ongoing growth initiatives

Skills

Business development

Customer relationship management

Cross-functional collaboration

Presentation skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Optical Engineering, Polymer Science, or related field

Tools

CRM systems

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are a leading supplier of methacrylate chemistry. As a global company with around 2,800 employees, we are represented on three continents. We serve a global market with our MERACRYL® methacrylates and PMMA molding compounds under the PLEXIGLAS® brand (in the Americas registered under the trademark ACRYLITE®), which we manufacture in our worldwide production network. Our products supply growth markets including the automotive, construction, and medical technology industries.

Röhm is committed to operating with social responsibility, and sustainability forms an integral part of our business strategy. We view our employees as our strength, and we value diversity and inclusion. If you thrive in an environment where individual contributions are both visible and recognized, Röhm may be right for you.

Job Description:

WHAT THE ROLE DELIVERS

This role drives the future of Roehm’s PMMA business in the Americas by uncovering new markets, leading strategic growth initiatives, and expanding the reach of ACRYLITE® and CYROLITE® technologies. You’ll shape our market presence, champion customer engagement, and influence next‑generation product innovation. Your work directly fuels high‑impact growth programs and positions Roehm as a leader in key North American industries.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Lead New Business Development efforts across the Americas, identifying high‑value opportunities and driving Roehm’s Value Creation Programs for long‑term growth.
• Build strong market presence in targeted segments—Automotive, Medical, Extrusion, Compounding, and Building & Construction—by identifying new applications and customer needs.
• Engage key OEMs in the Building & Construction space, gather Voice of Customer insights, and collaborate with R&D to shape next-generation products.
• Perform strategic portfolio and market analysis to identify gaps, emerging trends, and expansion opportunities across industries such as Appliances, Deck & Rail, RV, and Vinyl Siding.
• Represent Roehm at major trade shows and industry conferences, developing new leads, expanding networks, and positioning the brand as a PMMA market leader.
• Drive cross‑regional collaboration by translating global new product development opportunities and engaging with multinational customers and prospects.
• Provide market intelligence to leadership and partner with technical, commercial, and sales teams to develop impactful product launch strategies.
• Build and maintain a high‑value opportunity pipeline, ensuring accurate CRM tracking and consistent advancement of growth initiatives.

Salary range $115,100 - $172,700 per year. The posted salary range reflects the national average for this role. Final compensation may vary based on location, experience, and qualifications. This role is eligible for an annual performance bonus in addition to base salary.

Benefits Summary: Full Time positions are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) with company match, discretionary company contribution, paid time off and holidays, and wellness programs.

WHAT WE ARE SEEKING

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Optical Engineering, Polymer Science, or a related technical field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in business development or technical commercial roles, ideally within plastics, polymers, or advanced materials.
• Proven success in customer‑facing roles requiring strong engagement, relationship building, and solution selling.
• Ability to thrive in a cross-functional, highly matrixed, multicultural environment, collaborating across technical, commercial, and global teams.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills; highly self‑driven and resourceful.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, CRM systems, SAP, and data analysis tools.
• Willingness to travel 50% or more, including occasional international travel.

WHAT WE OFFER

Competitive compensation and a benefits package that you’d expect from a global company: competitively priced medical, dental and vision; 401k with company match; separate company funded retirement account equal to 6% of your pay; life and disability insurance; a strong paid time off plan; and a range of elective insurances at group rates to cover some of life’s curve-balls.... and much more. You can find an overview of our benefits on our careers page.