About the role

Business Development Manager supporting market growth at Heraeus, a global technology group. Evaluating new markets and fostering partnerships to drive business line strategies.

Responsibilities

Identify and evaluate new markets and opportunities to drive growth within the business line across existing and adjacent applications.
Support business decisions by collecting, interpreting, and reporting market information, including market modeling and trend analyses.
Monitor markets and competitive landscapes to identify risks and opportunities and assess potential partnerships or acquisitions across all regions (including China).
Prepare business cases and concepts, including financial models and go-to-market strategies, to support executive-level decision-making.
Support cross-functional projects with new and existing partners that align with the business line strategy, ensuring timely execution and measurable impact.
Act as a business development partner for internal teams and external stakeholders, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing across the organization.

Degree in Physics, Industrial Engineering, or Business Administration; a technical background is advantageous.
Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in corporate development, sales, project management within an industrial company, or in consulting.
Strong analytical skills with proficiency in market analysis and business case development.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging across all organizational levels.
Experience in cross-regional collaboration and communication (including China).
Ability to structure complex (technological) topics and drive strategic initiatives across departments.
Very good German and English language skills.

Attractive compensation — competitive salary plus comprehensive social benefits offered by a responsible family-owned company.
Generous time off — 30 days of annual leave plus up to 6 additional days off (company closures on bridge days and between the years), special leave for special occasions, and a life-phase account for paid time off (e.g., early retirement).
Sustainability and social commitment — sustainability integrated into corporate strategy and targeted support for initiatives in education, family, and science through company foundations.
Modern working environment — ergonomic workstation in an open-plan office with modern equipment, choice of laptop, two additional monitors, iPhone (also for private use), and height-adjustable desks.
Additional benefits — subsidies for public transport, discounts at many (online) merchants, company medical service with comprehensive preventive check-ups, sports facilities, and an employee canteen with freshly prepared meals daily.