Global Corporate Business Development Manager
At a glance
Manager-level Business Development role at Freudenberg. Howell · full-time.
Pay not stated
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What you'll do
- Track shifts in markets, customer priorities, competitors and new technologies to spot where growth may come from
- Find potential growth plays, strategic partners and acquisition candidates, then help move M&A prospects through screening and diligence
- Turn market findings into advice for senior leaders and contribute to global strategy planning and rollout
- Coordinate cross-functional initiatives and build connections with customers, industry specialists, startups and universities
- Prepare executive presentations and business reviews that set out strategic recommendations
What you bring
- A bachelor's degree in business, marketing, engineering or another listed field
- At least seven years in business development, strategy, corporate development or another related area
- Strong analysis, strategic judgment and project coordination, with the ability to convert complex market signals into practical recommendations
- Clear communication and the ability to manage stakeholder relationships
Who this fits
This manager-level role suits someone who can combine market analysis with strategic recommendations and cross-functional project leadership. Chemical, manufacturing or industrial market experience and international experience are listed as advantages.
From the employer
Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!
Responsibilities:
- Monitor market trends, customer needs, competitive activity, and emerging technologies.
- Identify business growth opportunities, strategic partnerships, and acquisition targets.
- Manage and support the M&A pipeline, including target screening, due diligence, and integration planning.
- Provide market intelligence and strategic recommendations to senior leadership.
- Support global strategic planning and execution processes.
- Lead cross-functional projects and high-impact business initiatives.
- Build relationships with customers, industry experts, startups, universities, and other external partners.
- Develop executive presentations, business reviews, and strategic recommendations.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related field.
- 7+ years of experience in business development, strategy, corporate development, market intelligence, consulting, M&A, or related areas.
- Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and project management skills.
- Ability to translate complex market insights into actionable business recommendations.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience in chemical, manufacturing, or industrial markets is a plus.
- International experience is a plus.
The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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