Does Arkema sponsor H-1B visas?

Arkema has filed H-1B petitions with the US Department of Labor in past years, but this specific posting does not explicitly mention sponsorship for the Business Development Manager Job role. Confirm with the employer before applying if visa support is required.

Where is the Business Development Manager Job role at Arkema based?

This role is based in Radnor, PA. Work arrangement: Field/travel.

How many years of experience does this Business Development Manager Job role require?

The posting calls for at least 10 years of relevant experience.

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Business Development Manager Job

Arkema · Radnor, PAtoday

BS-level Technical Service / Sales roles on Crosslinked list a median of $111k (43 that show pay). This posting does not list pay.

Drive commercial growth for Organic Peroxides, translating customer technical needs into development projects.

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Worth knowing

Why it is interesting. Own a $70M+ pipeline bridging customer needs and R&D in a global specialty chemicals leader.

Might not be for you. Heavy travel (50-60%) and commercial focus, not hands-on lab work.

Computational or deskCustomer-facingTechnical expert for customers Senior hires only Written with care

Adjacent materials roleBachelor's degree in engineering, Chemistry, Polymer Processing, or Materials Science; develop new applications and technologies for Organic Peroxides

H-1B filings

Arkema filed 3 H-1B labor applications for scientist and engineer roles from Jan to Dec 2025.

Most common titles: Scientist - Polymer Characterization, Lead Applications Engineer (High Performance Polymers), Chemical Process Engineer. Median filed pay: $97K a year.

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Seniority: Senior
Work: Field/travel
Type: Full-time
Degree: BS
Experience: 10+ yrs
Industry: Chemicals
Role: Technical Service / Sales

Materials

Organic peroxides2 roles

Role details

Apply now and start building a long-term career with us!

If you’d like to help drive commercial growth and develop relationships in our Organic Peroxides space —this is your opportunity.

At Arkema, you’ll be part of an organization that values its people. With plenty of training and advancement opportunities, you will be supported to thrive and grow within our global network.

Our values guide how we work every day—not just what we say.

Inclusion: Everyone deserves to feel respected, supported, and heard.
Safety & Support: We prioritize safe work practices, proper PPE, clear procedures, and incident reporting without hesitation.
Empowerment: Training is provided, expectations are clear, and learning is encouraged.
Teamwork: Success here is built through communication, collaboration, and shared responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

As a Business Development Manager, you will…

Develop and commercialize technically differentiated growth opportunities for Organic Peroxides in the Americas region, serving as the primary interface between customer, R&D, and commercial teams
Manage a rich pipeline of development opportunities with at least $70M in sales potential within 5 years – this includes development new applications and technologies, while identifying key opportunities where our business can provide specialized customer value
Translate technical & operational customer challenges into development projects with clear technical and commercial objectives

Qualifications

Even if you don’t meet all the requirements below, we’d still love to hear from you! Arkema is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected and valued. We welcome applicants of all genders, identities, backgrounds, and experiences, including veterans and candidates with military service.

Around 10 years of professional experience, with at least 5 spent in R&D, Technical, or Business Development
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Chemistry, Polymer Processing, or Materials Science. An advanced technical degree or MBA would be a plus!
Ability to travel 50-60% of the time, mostly throughout North America

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