ROCKWOOL Group · 5 days ago
Director, New Business Development
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$165K/yr - $180K/yr
10+ years expROCKWOOL Group is seeking a Director, New Business Development, to advance their growth agenda and develop solutions that positively impact both the planet and society. The role involves identifying and executing growth opportunities in new market segments while collaborating with internal teams and external partners to create commercial value.
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Responsibilities
Research, identify, and validate high‑potential market segments outside of ROCKWOOL’s core business
Analyze and execute new commercial opportunities for stone wool insulation in North America, including adjacent segments
Develop business cases and go‑to‑market plans that emphasize value creation and commercial scalability
Monitor industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitor movements to inform opportunity pipeline
Lead feasibility studies, pilot programs, and commercialization projects with clear ROI objectives
Work hands‑on with customers, partners, and internal teams to develop solutions that fulfill unmet market needs
Manage the full lifecycle from concept through launch, ensuring tangible, measurable results in market share, sales, and profitability
Partner with existing Product Management, Technical, Operations, and Marketing teams in North America
Leverage ROCKWOOL’s global expertise, best practices, and innovation resources
Build strong external networks with customers, industry partners, and associations to accelerate adoption
Establish clear KPIs for market initiatives and track performance against commercial goals
Report regularly on pipeline progress, business value generated, and lessons learned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field
10+ years' experience in business development, product management, or R&D ideally in building materials, construction products, or related industries
Proven track record of turning market opportunities into commercially viable, revenue producing businesses
Exceptional collaboration and communication skills, with experience working across regional and global teams
Willingness to travel across North America and internationally as required up to 40% of the time
Preferred
MBA preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
401K Match : Up to 6%
Generous PTO, 12 paid holidays, and parental leave.
Educational Assistance & Career Growth : Invest in your future.
Fitness reimbursement and EAP access.
Company-provided PPE and programs to keep you protected.
Company
ROCKWOOL Group
ROCKWOOL Group is world leader in stone wool solutions.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2002-06-28IPO
Leadership Team
Florence Scavone
Talent Acquisition Partner
Mary Savoy-Lowrey, M.A., NCC
Sr. Talent Acquisition Partner - North America
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