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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in business development and market analysis, with a strong foundation in Chemistry or related STEM disciplines. Capable of collaborating across teams to drive innovation and support strategic decision-making.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Business DevelopmentMarket ResearchAnalytical SkillsCommunication SkillsProject Coordination
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Hard Skills
Market AnalysisData AnalysisBusiness Case DevelopmentTechnical Material DevelopmentInnovation Pipeline Support
Soft Skills
Curious MindsetProactive ApproachOrganizational SkillsCollaborative TeamworkProblem-Solving Skills
Industry Keywords
Vinyl PolymersSHE ComplianceStage-Gate InnovationCustomer EngagementEmerging Industry Trends
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Support the identification and evaluation of new business opportunities across global markets
- Assist with growth projects aimed at expanding applications, customer segments and market opportunities
- Work with commercial teams to understand customer requirements and emerging industry trends
- Build relationships with colleagues, customers and industry partners to support business development activities
- Help prepare business cases and recommendations for new growth opportunities
- Support the Vinyl Polymers innovation pipeline by researching new technologies, applications and market trends
- Assist in the coordination of new product development and growth projects
- Work with Commercial, R&D, Technical Service, Operations and Supply Chain teams to support project delivery
- Participate in Stage-Gate innovation projects and learn how new products move from concept to commercialisation
- Conduct market research on customers, competitors, technologies and industry trends
- Support marketing campaigns, conference activities and customer engagement initiatives
- Assist with the development of technical and promotional material
- Analyse market and business data to identify opportunities and provide actionable insights
- Help maintain market intelligence reports to support strategic decision-making
- Prepare presentations and reports for internal stakeholders
- Participate in customer meetings, industry events and project review sessions
- Support compliance with all SHE, regulatory and business requirements
Requirements
What you’ll need- Degree qualified in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Polymer Science or a related STEM discipline
- Minimum of 12 months work experience within business development, marketing, innovation or commercial
- Curious and proactive mindset with a desire to learn about global markets and customer needs
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Comfortable analysing data and drawing meaningful conclusions
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
- Collaborative approach with the ability to work effectively across technical and commercial teams
- Willingness to travel internationally and engage with customers and colleagues across different regions
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive, market-aligned compensation
- Discretionary global bonus scheme
- Discretionary Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) – for senior positions
- Company car or car allowance – varies by region and role
- Healthcare – tailored to regional locations
- Parental leave and family support – maternity, paternity, adoption (aligned with regional policies)
- Working options – flexibility where it matters, based on role and business needs
- Learning & development opportunities – training, online platforms, buddy/mentorship programs, Internal Synthomer University with L&D offers
- Wellbeing support – employee assistance program (EAP), mental health resources, wellbeing initiatives
- Retirement / pension contributions – plans vary by country
- Culture of Inclusion – where everyone can thrive
- Performance culture, global reward & recognition programmes
- Exposure to global customers, markets and innovation projects
- Opportunities to develop commercial, marketing and project management expertise
- International exposure within a leading specialty chemicals business