Strategic Projects Lead & Business Developer

IBA Worldwide; Mission (KS); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Strategic Projects Lead & Business Developer to spearhead initiatives that drive growth in advanced technologies. This pivotal role involves leading key business projects, exploring market opportunities, and fostering partnerships across various sectors. You'll collaborate closely with executive leadership, ensuring that projects align with the company's strategic objectives. If you possess a strong background in project management and business development, along with a passion for innovation and impactful solutions, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant contribution to the future of technology.

Benefits

Attractive compensation package

Extra-legal benefits

Career growth opportunities

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• 5+ years in project management or business development in technology sectors.
• Strong strategic planning skills and experience in partnership development.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic projects to drive growth and develop long-term business strategies.
• Cultivate relationships with stakeholders and represent the company at industry events.

Skills

Project Management

Business Development

Strategic Planning

Negotiation

Communication

Leadership

Financial Acumen

Technical Understanding

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Business

Job description

Strategic Projects Lead & Business Developer

Requisition ID: 3312

Location: Louvain-la-Neuve, BE

Work regime: Full-Time

Kind of contract: Open Ended Contract

IBA Industrial is looking for a Strategic Projects Lead & Business Developer to take the lead on critical projects that drive growth and long-term value in our electron beam and X-ray technologies.

In this role, you’ll lead key business initiatives, explore new market opportunities, and build strong partnerships with stakeholders across sectors. If you bring strategic vision, solid business development experience, and the ability to connect technical insights with business goals, we’d like to hear from you.

Job Highlights:

1. Lead strategic projects to identify and execute new value-driving initiatives within the Industrial business unit.
2. Drive key business development efforts, establish partnerships, and develop long-term growth strategies.
3. Contribute to the strategic planning process and work closely with the executive leadership team to align projects with company goals.

Challenges we trust you with

• Lead the identification and exploration of new applications for electron beam technology across industries (e.g., materials science, chemical remediation, energy, etc.).
• Drive the development of key business opportunities in emerging markets, ensuring alignment with the company’s growth objectives.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with industry stakeholders, potential clients, partners, and government agencies.
• Support the CTO in building ecosystems across regions, including partnerships with organizations such as Syensqo, Desotec, etc.
• Lead market research efforts, ensuring detailed analysis of emerging trends, market sizing, and competitive positioning.
• Work with R&D teams to ensure market insights are integrated into the product development process.
• Lead negotiations for joint ventures, strategic partnerships, and new business deals.
• Represent the company at conferences and industry forums, enhancing brand recognition.

What we value

• 5+ years in project management or business development, ideally within the technology, industrial, or advanced manufacturing sectors.
• Strong strategic planning skills with a proven ability to identify, structure, prioritize, and pitch impactful projects.
• Demonstrated experience in partnership development and negotiation, with the ability to engage across industries and institutions.
• Proactive and persuasive communicator, comfortable engaging with executive leadership and high-level stakeholders.
• Strong leadership and the ability to drive cross-functional initiatives with visibility at the highest levels of the organization — this role serves as a key interface with IBA’s top management.
• Financial acumen to analyze P&L and ensure project profitability.
• Solid understanding of technical environments and the ability to assess complex technical challenges in alignment with business goals.
• Comfortable navigating across multiple sectors and initiating conversations with diverse stakeholders ("knocking on different doors").
• Background in commercial engineering with a strong technical affinity, or technical engineering background with proven business acumen.
• Passion for impactful topics such as environmental challenges and PFAS treatment — this role is directly linked to IBA’s long-term growth and prosperity.
• Curious, technically minded, and familiar with relevant industry standards and regulations.

What we offer

At IBA, you’ll join a recognized leader in advanced industrial technologies, where innovation and long-term impact go hand in hand. This role offers a unique opportunity to take on a highly visible and strategic position within the organization, directly contributing to new business opportunities and transformative projects with global relevance — including environmental and societal challenges.

You will be at the heart of key decisions and initiatives, working closely with executive leadership and making a tangible impact on IBA’s growth and future direction.

In addition to a stimulating and purpose-driven environment, we offer:

• An attractive compensation package
• A wide range of extra-legal benefits
• Career growth opportunities with high exposure across the organization
• A collaborative culture that values initiative, responsibility, and curiosity

Life at IBA

At IBA, we value creativity, innovation, and a commitment to excellence. As a certified B Corporation (B Corp), we uphold the highest standards of social and environmental performance. If you’re ready to embark on a journey where your skills and ideas can truly make an impact, apply now to join our dedicated team. Let’s shape the future of technology together!

Apply today and be part of a mission that matters!