Business Development Manager- Custom Catalyst

Clariant6 days ago
Anywhere
Remote
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)

Job Description

Job ID: 41209

Location: Houston, Texas, USA

Expected Salary Range: $95,940.00 - $127,920.00

Work Model: Remote

Job Summary

The Business Development Manager drives growth within the Custom Catalyst business segment by identifying, developing, and securing new business opportunities. This role uniquely blends commercial strategy with technical collaboration, partnering closely with customers, R&D, and Technical Service teams to evaluate and advance tailored catalyst solutions. You'll build enduring customer relationships, lead contract negotiations, and guide projects from initial opportunity through successful commercialization. As a key market-facing representative, you'll champion our custom value proposition, stay ahead of industry trends and competitive dynamics, and play a vital role in expanding our business footprint.

About Clariant Custom Catalysts

Clariant Custom Catalysts partners with customers to develop, scale, and manufacture tailored catalyst solutions; transforming laboratory innovations into commercial production for chemical, petrochemical, and energy applications. In this role, you'll engage with a diverse portfolio spanning global industry leaders to agile, innovative start-ups, bringing specialized solutions to life across the full spectrum of the catalyst market. This is a remote position with preference for candidates based in or near Louisville, KY or Houston, TX.

Required Skills

Market Analysis
Technical Collaboration
Business Development
Customer Relationship Management
Catalyst Solutions
Contract Negotiation
Commercial Strategy
Project Management