Evonik · 13 hours ago
Business Development Manager, OEM Marketing / EV Powertrains
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$108K/yr - $181K/yr
5+ years expEvonik is a global leader in specialty chemicals, and they are seeking a Business Development Manager to enhance their market presence in the automotive sector. The role involves acting as the regional interface between OEMs and Evonik's automotive team, overseeing product launches, application initiatives, and managing approval processes required by OEMs.
ChemicalChemical EngineeringIndustrialIndustrial Engineering
Responsibilities
Leading and improving Evonik’s OEM penetration at assigned OEMs to identify, define, and develop future growth opportunities for Evonik High Performance Polymers
Develop and implement a networking strategy to generate new sales opportunities through OEMs, including identifying and recommending participation in relevant conferences, seminars, and trade meetings
Conduct market analysis to identify industry-specific trends, assess technologies, and initiate profitable growth projects
Oversee budgetary planning and market analysis for new products and projects
Coordinate the launch process for new products, technologies, and systems at OEMs within the relevant market segment
Assist in medium- and long-term strategic planning based on anticipated market developments
Support activities within relevant Evonik Global Industry Teams
Support long-cycle automotive programs from early application development through launch and lifecycle management
Qualification
Required
Technical Master's Degree or equivalent experience, coupled with 5 to 10 years of relevant industry experience (highly preferred)
Strong understanding of financial and marketing techniques for evaluating projects, products, and markets
Proven business development experience with the ability to engage in technical discussions with customers and partners regarding product applications
Excellent interpersonal skills to thrive in a multicultural global matrix organization
Established network within North American domestic and transplant automotive OEMs, preferably in the polymers or materials fields, with experience in vehicle system engineering or program management
Outstanding written and oral communication skills; proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Strong business and technical background, enabling effective engagement in technical discussions with customers and partners
Preferred
Master of Business Administration (MBA) preferred; strong business acumen and commercial understanding considered equally valuable
Business fluent in Spanish language skills are a plus
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
Company
Evonik
Evonik goes beyond the boundaries of chemistry with its combination of innovative strength and leading technological expertise.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (18)
2024 (9)
2023 (16)
2022 (6)
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4.85BKey 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
Anne Ritter
Global Director, Partnerships and Strategy- Care Solutions
Bernhard Mohr
Managing Director Evonik Venture Capital
Recent News
2025-11-21
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