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Business Development Manager - Specialty Chemicals & Composites

Mumbai Permanent View Job Description
An exciting opportunity for an experienced business development professional to drive growth within the specialty chemicals and composites sector. The role focuses on market expansion, customer acquisition, supplier coordination, and commercial leadership across industrial segments.
  • Drive growth in a high-potential specialty materials business
  • Build strategic customer relationships across key industries

About Our Client

Our client is a leading international distributor and solutions provider specialising in specialty chemicals, composites, advanced materials, and industrial products. With a growing footprint in India, the organisation offers an entrepreneurial environment, strong market exposure, and significant career progression opportunities.

Job Description

  • Drive sales and business development activities for specialty chemicals and composite materials.
  • Identify, develop, and convert new business opportunities across target markets.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, distributors, manufacturers, and key stakeholders.
  • Develop strategies to increase market penetration and revenue growth.
  • Monitor industry trends, pricing movements, and competitor activity to identify opportunities.
  • Collaborate with suppliers and technical teams to deliver customer-focused solutions.
  • Lead commercial negotiations, quotations, and contract discussions.
  • Provide sales forecasts, business reviews, and market intelligence reports.
  • Represent the organisation at industry events, exhibitions, and customer meetings.

The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Materials Science, or a related discipline.
  • Proven experience in specialty chemicals, composites, industrial materials, or chemical distribution.
  • Strong background in B2B sales, trading, distribution, sourcing, or business development.
  • Demonstrated success in developing new customers and growing business portfolios.
  • Strong commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and stakeholder management capabilities.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Willingness to travel extensively.

What's on Offer

  • Opportunity to join a growing international organisation with strong expansion plans in India.
  • Exposure to leading specialty chemical and composite material suppliers.
  • High visibility role with direct impact on business growth and market development.
  • Competitive compensation and performance-driven rewards.
  • Flexible work arrangement with the opportunity to work from home, alongside regular customer and market visits.
  • Dynamic, entrepreneurial, and collaborative work environment.
Quote job ref
JN-082026-7090930

Job summary

Function
Sales
Sub Sector
Technical / Industrial
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Mumbai
Job Type
Permanent
Job Reference
JN-082026-7090930

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.