Business Manager Acrylic Films (m/f/d)

Location: Weiterstadt, HomeOffice,  
Job Function: Sales
Career Level: Professionals

WHO WE ARE

Polyvantis is one of the leading global players in the market for high-quality acrylic and polycarbonate films and sheets. Formed by merging the specialized divisions of two companies, we combine the innovative strength and technological expertise to offer holistic solutions for a global customer base from various industries, including construction, transportation and aerospace, electronics, automotive and home and garden. We employ around 1,500 people at 16 production sites in America, Europe, Asia and Africa, offering them a wide range of tasks and development opportunities.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• You will be the main contact to our existing and new potential customers in the area of Acrylat foils in the assigned regional territory
• The position is posted in our headquarters in Weiterstadt, but the employee can live anywhere within the European Union
• You are in charge of maintaining and developing profitable growth for the market segment in a sustainable way
• By actively identifying new customers and collaborating cross-functionally to identify new applications using your technical and product expertise (material selection, design recommendations, process optimization, etc.) you support and close business opportunities with existing and new customers
• Providing basic technical support and support the launch of new products
• Support marketing requests from HQ like forecast, market studies, competitor information etc.
• Fulfilling ESHQ responsibilities and working in compliance with POLYVANTIS rules and guidelines

WHAT WE ARE SEEKING

• First of all, your personality: you are characterized by a high level of motivation, enjoyment of work and a conscientious way of working.
• You have a master degree in the field of chemical engineering, polymer engineering or materials science
• You have a work experience of minimum 3 years sales experience in the chemical or plastics markets selling to key decision-makers. Technical experience in the plastics industry is a clear plus.
• Strong sales capabilities in building personal relationship on top of technical affinity. Working experience in an intercultural environment is required. Affinity & experience with the Construction, Automotive, Lighting, Medical and Home Appliances Industry preferred.
• You have a very good knowledge of English, additional languages are a plus
• You have user knowledge of common MS Office and CRM products (SAP preferred)

WHAT WE OFFER

We listen: Your ideas along our corporate values of creativity, openness, responsibility and entrepreneurial spirit are important to us.

• Remuneration: Attractive salary, special payments, company car
• Coverage: Company subsidized pension scheme, group accident insurance, support for caring for relatives, sickness benefit subsidy
• Work-life-balance: Flexible working, possibility of mobile working, attractive vacation package
• Health and social affairs: Prevention programs, social and employee counseling
• Benefits might vary due to regal regulations outside of Germany

YOUR APPLICATION

Sounds interesting? Learn more about us and apply here: https://www.polyvantis.com/en/career. Realize your dreams at Polyvantis!

You don't meet all the requirements? No problem - for us, it's not just about certificates, professional qualifications and previous experience, but also about personal development potential.

Polyvantis seeks the best candidates, and as a result is an equal opportunity employer that is proud to provide equal access to jobs regardless of protected status.