Business Development Manager Job
BS-level Technical Service / Sales roles on Crosslinked list a median of $105k (43 that show pay). This posting does not list pay.
Drive commercial growth and customer relationships for pressure sensitive adhesives
Worth knowing
Why it is interesting. Own the business development lifecycle for PSA materials at a global specialty chemicals leader.
Might not be for you. Up to 50% travel with overnights; commercial sales focus, not bench R&D.
Adjacent materials roleExperience with tapes, pressure sensitive adhesives, specialty films, or a similar market is preferred
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.
From U.S. Department of Labor disclosure data. A filing is a record of past hiring, not a promise about this role, so confirm sponsorship with the employer. Titles and filed pay ·Every employer's filings
- Seniority
- Mid-level
- Work
- Field/travel
- Type
- Full-time
- Degree
- BS
- Industry
- Chemicals
- Role
- Technical Service / Sales
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 Pressure Sensitive Adhesives 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…
- Build and develop collaborative relationships with customers and industry partners, identifying unmet needs, emerging applications, and market trends that can be translated into commercial growth opportunities
- Pipeline opportunities through a full business development lifecycle, from market assessment and lead generation, through customer qualification, product development, and commercialization
- Partner closely with our Pressure Sensitive Adhesives Market Segment Team to shape and execute growth strategies and advance qualified projects
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.
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, chemistry, materials science, business, or a related field – a combination of education and relevant experience will also work!
- Relevant professional experience in business development, sales, technical service, R&D, marketing, or another commercial or technical field.
- Experience with tapes, pressure sensitive adhesives, specialty films, or a similar market is preferred!
- Ability to travel up to 50%, including overnights, to support customers, industry events, and internal collaboration
Explore the links below to learn more about life at Arkema!
Our vision | Arkema Global
Inclusive Workplace | Arkema USA
Total Rewards + Well Being | Arkema USA
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