Senior Sales and Business Development Manager - Biomedical Materials

At Corbion, we exist to champion preservation in all its forms, preserving food and food production, health, and our planet.

Our Biomaterials Business Unit develops, produces, and supplies degradable polymers to the medical and pharmaceutical industries. Our materials are critical to applications such as resorbable orthopedic implant, excipient for long acting pharmaceutical implants or as bio-stimulating agent in aesthetic dermal fillers. With production facilities in Gorinchem, The Netherlands, and Tucker, GA, USA, we work closely with our customers to deliver tailored, high-quality solutions that meet the industry's most stringent demands.

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Senior Sales and Business Development Manager to help drive growth and strengthen our position in the biomedical materials sector. This is a high-impact role for a strategic thinker with a strong background in materials science and a proven track record in sales, forecasting, and business development.

Key Responsibilities

• Sales Strategy & Execution: Develop and execute robust sales strategies to achieve revenue goals and expand market presence.
• Business Development: Identify and capitalize on new business opportunities, partnerships, and emerging markets.
• Forecasting & Analytics: Enhance forecasting and reporting processes to support strategic planning and growth initiatives.
• Customer Relationship Management: Build trusted, long-term relationships with key clients, ensuring exceptional service and satisfaction.
• Team Leadership: Mentor and inspire the sales team to achieve and exceed performance targets.
• Market Intelligence: Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and technological developments to inform business strategies.
• Digital Tools & Processes: Leverage Microsoft 365 tools (Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Forms, etc.) to optimize sales workflows and communication.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Material Science or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 7 years' experience in sales and business development, ideally within the biomedical materials or medical device industry.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong strategic, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• High proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a global environment.
• Proven success in meeting and exceeding sales targets and business development goals.

Personal Attributes

• Innovative: Brings creative ideas to complex challenges.
• Driven: Results-oriented, with a strong desire to make an impact.
• Collaborative: A team player who fosters cooperation across functions and cultures.
• Adaptable: Thrives in dynamic environments and is flexible to evolving market needs.

What We Offer

At Corbion, you’ll find more than just a job — you’ll discover a career where your ideas and contributions are genuinely valued. We offer:

• A strategic role in a purpose-driven, global company committed to innovation and sustainability.
• A competitive compensation package, including:
  • 13th month salary
  • Holiday allowance
  • Bonus opportunity
  • Company car
  • Excellent pension plan with minimal employee contribution
• Access to an on-site gym and personal trainer during office hours.
• Opportunities for personal development, international collaboration, and career advancement.
• A collaborative, inclusive culture where you can grow and make a real impact.

Ready to shape the future of biomedical materials with us?
Apply now and become part of Corbion’s journey toward a more sustainable and healthier future.

About Corbion 
 

Corbion is the global market leader in lactic acid and its derivatives, and a leading supplier of emulsifiers, functional enzyme blends, minerals, vitamins, and algae ingredients. We use our unique expertise in fermentation and other processes to deliver sustainable solutions for the preservation of food and food production, health, and our planet. For over 100 years, we have been uncompromising in our commitment to safety, quality, innovation and performance. Drawing on our deep application and product knowledge, we work side-by-side with customers to make our cutting-edge technologies work for them. Our solutions help differentiate products in markets such as food, home & personal care, animal nutrition, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and bioplastics. In 2024, Corbion generated annual sales of €1,288.1 million and had a workforce of 2,399 FTE. Corbion is listed on Euronext Amsterdam. For more information: www.corbion.com

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