Senior Business Development Manager, Performance Chemicals

Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers

Houston, Northern (TX, KY)

Hybrid

USD 120,000 - 160,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

OXEA is seeking a Business Development Manager for Performance Chemicals to drive growth across North America, focusing on Lubricants, Functional Fluids, Automotive, Agriculture, and Cosmetics applications.

The role combines technical expertise with strong commercial acumen, serving as the technical and commercial liaison between OXEA and customers, and reporting to the Director, Global Business Development, Marketing.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in chemistry or a technical field is required.
  • Minimum 5+ years in Performance Chemicals business development, across Lubricants & Functional Fluids, Automotive, Agriculture, and Cosmetics.

Responsibilities

  • Drive new business development projects from opportunity to first sale, aiming to transfer successful projects to the business unit.
  • Monitor industry trends and assess impacts on the Performance Chemicals portfolio in North America.
  • Maintain understanding of global and accessible markets to identify opportunities in the carboxylic acids and esters portfolio.
  • Translate chemical and technical features into clear, compelling commercial pitches for customers.
  • Collaborate across R&D, Quality, Regulatory, Communications, Operations, and Sales to support growth.

Skills

Business development
Client relationship
Market analysis
Presentation skills
Strategic thinking
Cross-functional collaboration
Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry or technical field

Job description

OXEA is seeking a Business Development Manager for Performance Chemicals to drive growth across North America, focusing on Lubricants, Functional Fluids, Automotive, Agriculture, and Cosmetics applications.

The role combines technical expertise with strong commercial acumen, serving as the technical and commercial liaison between OXEA and customers, and reporting to the Director, Global Business Development, Marketing.

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