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Evonik · 3 hours ago

Business Development Manager – Personal Care

Evonik is a company dedicated to creating innovative solutions for a sustainable and vibrant world. The Business Development Manager – Personal Care is responsible for driving sales growth and market development for active cosmetic ingredients, utilizing technical expertise and commercial acumen to manage sales pipelines and achieve growth targets.

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Responsibilities

Conduct regular sales calls and prospecting activities with existing and potential customers to drive regional sales growth and profitability
Develop, manage, and grow the project and opportunity pipeline for active cosmetic ingredients across selected business segments
Collaborate closely with global business segments, account managers, distribution partners, and cross-functional teams to advance business opportunities
Track, analyze, and report business opportunities, identifying optimization and growth potential
Support marketing initiatives, including technical presentations and preparation of promotional and sales materials
Drive business growth with assigned cosmetic brands and manage selected direct customer accounts or distributors, based on business needs and opportunities
Act as a key contributor to selected global business segment teams, supporting strategy development and execution
Translate global business strategies into actionable regional plans and lead their implementation
Develop deep market expertise by monitoring trends, competitors, product portfolios, and key customers
Provide regional market insights to support product development and market expansion initiatives
Represent the company at trade shows, industry events, and professional associations
Serve as a recognized industry ambassador for the company’s innovative and sustainable cosmetic ingredient portfolio

Qualification

Business developmentCosmetic formulationSales skillsTechnical expertiseMarket analysisCRM experienceEntrepreneurial mindsetCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's or Master's degree, preferably in Life Sciences (Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, Biology, or related fields)
Min 2 years of professional experience in the personal care industry, preferably within technical functions, business development or marketing
Good understanding of skin and hair science, biology, and cosmetic formulation principles, with a strong interest in continuous learning and staying updated on industry advancements
Strong knowledge of cosmetic ingredients, formulation manufacturing, regulatory requirements, and claim substantiation
Proven ability to identify customer needs and translate product offerings into compelling system solutions
Excellent sales, presentation, and communication skills with strong strategic and analytical capabilities
Demonstrated entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive, hunter-oriented approach to business development
Proficiency in standard business software (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI or equivalent); CRM experience preferred
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across cross-functional and global teams
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple customer projects and priorities simultaneously
Willingness to work remotely and travel approximately 20–50% regionally, with occasional international travel

Preferred

Background as a cosmetic chemist or cosmetic product developer is strongly preferred

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Paid time off plan
401(k) savings plans
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
Disability benefits
Life Insurance
Parental leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Car provided

Company

Evonik goes beyond the boundaries of chemistry with its combination of innovative strength and leading technological expertise.

H1B Sponsorship

Evonik has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (18)
2024 (9)
2023 (16)
2022 (6)
2021 (8)
2020 (13)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$4.85B
Key Investors
European Investment BankTemasek HoldingsCVC Capital Partners
2025-09-02Post Ipo Debt· $581.65M
2024-03-13Post Ipo Debt· $547.64M
2013-04-25IPO

Leadership Team

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Anne Ritter
Global Director, Partnerships and Strategy- Care Solutions
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Bernhard Mohr
Managing Director Evonik Venture Capital
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