Business Development Manager - E-Systems (d/f/m)

What you´ll do

• develop and implement strategic plans to expand the company's market share, considering short-term and long-term objectives
• conduct comprehensive market research to identify potential business opportunities and trends within the automotive electronics industry
• prepare and present compelling business proposals, outlining value propositions and negotiating terms to secure new business opportunities
• develop a 5+ years plan defining innovation opportunities in line with the strategy and customer roadmaps
• drive sustainability by deriving concrete innovation areas to address the sustainability challenges and needs of the customers
• build and nurture relationships with customers and external partners, understanding their needs and providing tailor-made support to enhance satisfaction and loyalty
• work closely with cross-functional teams, including marketing, sales, application engineering and product development, to align business strategies and achieve collective goals
• support sales by providing guidance and tactics for targeting specific applications and customers

What makes you a good fit

• University degree in Chemistry, Engineering, Business Administration or similar
• Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience in the automotive or electronics (preferably automotive electronics) industry
• Ability to interpret market data, identify trends, and make informed business decisions
• Flexibility and adaptability to navigate changing market conditions and adjust strategies accordingly
• Fluent English and ideally German language skills for effective interaction with customers and internal stakeholders

Some perks of joining Henkel

• Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model, and work from anywhere policy for up to 30 days per year
• Diverse national and international growth opportunities
• Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
• Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
• Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
• Company Pension Plan 100% financed by Henkel
• MEGA Preventive Health Insurance
• CareFlex Supplementary Care Insurance
• Mobility offer: My Henkel Bike and Jobticket

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, generations and disabilities. If there are any specific accommodations or adjustments you require for the interview process or your on-site appointment, please inform us, and we'll do our best to accommodate your requests.

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