Jr. Business Development Manager (m/f/d)
About Us
Schulz Farben- und Lackfabrik GmbH is a medium-sized, internationally active company in the paints and coatings industry, headquartered in Langenlonsheim, Germany. Together with international partners, we develop market-specific systems tailored to diverse climatic, regulatory, and cultural requirements.
Our products are used across a wide range of industries, including mechanical engineering, metal processing and specialized industrial sectors. With a strong focus on innovation, quality and customer collaboration, we continuously work on developing new solutions for demanding industrial surfaces.
To support our strategic growth initiatives, we are looking for a Junior Business Development Manager (m/f/d) to join our Business Development team.
Join a growing international coatings company and actively shape new market entries and technology-driven growth platforms.
The Role & Responsibilities
In this role you will contribute to the identification and development of new growth opportunities in global industrial coatings markets. Working closely with the Head of Business Development, you´ll support strategic initiatives, evaluate new market opportunities and contribute to the expansion of our international business.
Your Responsibilities:
- Analyze global industrial coatings markets and identify emerging opportunities
- Contribute to the development of business cases and strategic growth initiatives
- Take responsibility for preparing decision-ready business cases
- Support the evaluation of new applications, technologies and market segments
- Collaborate with Sales, Product Management, Marketing and R&D on projects
- University degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Industrial Engineering or a related field with focus on chemical or materials science
- 1-3 years of professional experience, ideally in:
- Chemical industry e.g. Paints, Coatings and Adhesives
- Production, Application Technology or Technical Service
- Industrial Process Improvement or Technical Project Management
- Formulation Development, Scale-up or Process Optimization
- Market Analysis and application development
Skills:
- Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
- Interest in industrial markets and technical products
- Ability to structure complex information and translate insights into actionable recommendations
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint)
- Fluent in German (Level C1) and English (Level B2)
- Willingness to travel internationally, including extended business trips when required
- Experience in the chemical or coatings industry is considered a plus
- A strategic entry position in international business development within the coatings industry
- Direct exposure to global market development and senior management decision-making
- Opportunities to contribute to new market and technology initiatives
- A dynamic working environment in an internationally active medium-sized company
- Short decision paths and a high level of personal responsibility
- Attractive development opportunities within a growing organization
- Work-life balance: flexible working hours and hybrid working options
- Company pension scheme with an above-average employer contribution
- Discounts & perks - access to the "Corporate Benefits" app, local fitness studios, and special offers on company products
- Bike leasing - tax-efficient and environmentally friendly
- Development & growth opportunities - we support your journey through onboarding, training and individual development programs
- Employee referral program - "Employees refer employees"
- Celebrating special moments together with meaningful and heartfelt gestures
Interested?
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