From wood to pulp to fiber – this is Lenzing.
We weave innovation and respect into sustainability_._ Our technology inspires the fashion and hygiene industries to make better decisions. We work towards a circular economy and a carbon neutral future, for you and for generations to come.

For the area of Commercial Textiles , we invite industry experts to submit applications for the role of Business Development Manager Protective Wear & Workwear, Europe . This position can be based in any one of the following European countries: Austria, Germany, Italy, France, Spain or Czechia.

Business Development Manager Protective Wear & Workwear, Europe

Reference-No.: 200003728

Department

Marketing, Sales, PR & Business Development

Position

Employee

Location

Austria, Lenzing

Purpose & key responsibilities of the role

You will work with our global team to create & execute regional business development strategies across the personal protective equipment (PPE) and workwear (WW) segments, by building & maintaining strong relationships with end users & value chains; reinforcing regional commercial excellence to deliver customer intimacy; and cooperating with, motivating and empowering regional suppliers & our technical market development teams
You will maintain and expand relationships with existing downstream partners, supporting them in positioning, supply chain, new developments etc; and grow brand accounts by contributing to the development of account plans, strategies, goals, etc
You will cultivate relationships with new supply chains, by identifying and fostering new supply chain partnerships; actively supporting the development and commercialization of products with Lenzing fibers (e.g. positioning, sourcing, pricing); and managing secondary accounts (plans, strategies, targeted activities, etc
You will promote Lenzing’s fiber portfolio and product innovations (via, for example, seminars; industry events; podcasts; trade fairs, etc.); and initiate co-branding opportunities with brand accounts
You will collect market and competition information, and share insights internally
You will monitor trends impacting our business and keep up to date with the use of our fibers and sales volume development. You will screen the market to identify growth opportunities and initiatives, and participate in active, targeted development of products and applications (e.g. showcasing of fabrics & garments containing Lenzing fibers to supply chain and brands/retailers and end users)
You will maintain close ties with key secondary stakeholders such as industry associations, NGOs, universities, norms & standardisation committees, etc, and participate in national standardization committees (EN and ISO ) for PPE

Your ideal profile

You hold a university degree (or equivalent) in Business Management, or in a Fiber/Textile-related subject area
You have at least 10 years’ total experience in the textile industry, with at least 5 years in Business Development
You have good technical understanding of fibers and downstream processes
You are a strong communicator and a good networker
You have a sound understanding of financial topics, and strong skills in commerce and negotiation
You have good knowledge of supply chains and sourcing

What we can offer you

Flexible working time arrangements within the frame of a flexitime model with homeoffice days and part-time options
In-house and funded restaurant with garden, serving freshly prepared, organic-certified warm meals focussing on regional products
Various health and sports opportunities such as financial contribution towards gym costs, health check-ups, physical therapy and more
Various professional and personal training and further education opportunities in in-house education center (Bildungszentrum). Shared designing of your personal career path domestic and abroad
A diverse and respectful corporate culture where safety and sustainability matter

The gross monthly salary for this position, according to the collective agreement in the chemical industry, is €4.600,-, with the willingness to overpay depending on qualifications and experience.

Are you interested in this position? I am looking forward to your online application.
Your contact person: Alana Wilson
Email: a.wilson@lenzing.com