Business Development Manager - Tires & Rubber

Why are we proud of what we do at allnex? We create coatings, products which help protect the world for all nex>t generations – and that’s exactly what you can do joining us! Imagine how fast your smartphone would become scratched-up, ugly and unusable without a coating. Or an e-bike, the cabin of a train, a beautiful wooden floor, and countless other things in life.   Making objects and their surfaces more attractive and longer-lasting means making them more sustainable, and that’s a huge part of what working at allnex is about. No matter which role you step into, you’ll become part of a global team of passionate people who care deeply about the chemistry, quality, and global impact of coatings. You’ll also join a highly multicultural and diverse team of more than 4,000 employees in four regions who – as part of one of the world’s leading coating resins companies – serve customers in over 100 countries across the globe.   Click here to learn more about how we can make an impact together ! For a sneak peek into life at allnex, don’t miss our Operator Movie !   Position overview allnex invites you to join our thriving team in position of Business Development Manager in Mumbai, India  to lead the business development activities for Tires & Rubber business in India and other part of Asia. In this role, you will be supporting our Additives growth by providing high level expertise to global accounts and lead the technical developments for Tires and Rubber.     If you are ready to join and inspire a team of like-minded go-getters to achieve our company vision, we want to hear from you! Responsibilities Supporting in developing and implementing a tire market business strategy to increase allnex sales and MI. Building solid commercial and customer relationships in the tires industry/market. Developing new products aligned with the tires market and establishing business strategy. Creating value propositions for both existing and new tire applications. Establish new global customer and distribution partner relationships, with focus on Key Accounts and emerging regions/markets. Identifying unmet needs in tires market through customer intimacy and interaction with regional sales forces. Actively exploring new opportunities for profitable business growth. Be the face of allnex at trade shows, conferences, and customers in the area of expertise for tires business Demonstrating creativity, foresight and mature judgment in planning, organizing and guiding the technical aspects of projects. Evaluate tire market segment proposals/ideas for technical and commercial viability prior implementing PRM strategies. Providing technical support and guidance to manufacturing and marketing teams for new product introductions. Required skills and experience 5 -10 years of technical experience in business development, technical service, or product application roles.  Experience in the rubber and tire industries is strongly preferred. Strong knowledge of tire formulas, manufacturing processes, and requirements. Expertise in analyzing market trends, businesses, and customer needs. Strong knowledge of business growth techniques. Excellent business intelligence mindset and skills. Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills. Exceptional project management skills. Enthusiasm for the company and its growth potential. Sharp negotiation and networking skills. Good organizational and problem-solving skills. Qualifications Bachelor's/Master Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Polymer Science.  We offer We are proud to offer an international working experience with a tight-knit network of employees, making it easy to connect and learn from people all across our different functions. On top of that we are a truly innovative company with a strong team spirit, openness to new ideas, and great opportunities to grow and develop your career. Equal Employment Opportunity allnex is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an environment where all colleagues contribute for the benefit of our employees, our products, and our communities. Find out how you can make an impact! Check out our careers page for available opportunities. We look forward to hearing from you. www.allnex.com