Join a growing international organization with multiple business units.
Develop new business in the EV market.
The client delivers tailored component solutions through close customer collaboration and strong application expertise. The organization prioritizes innovation, operational excellence, and disciplined growth within specialized, technology‑driven niche markets.
Identify new business and product development opportunities that drive sustainable growth and profitability
Conduct market research to define current and future market needs, including direct engagement with customers and prospective customers
Develop and execute go‑to‑market strategies in collaboration with cross‑functional teams
Analyze existing and emerging markets to uncover new opportunities
Translate customer requirements into actionable inputs for engineering and technical teams to support rapid solution development
Support leadership with planning, budgeting, resource allocation, and problem‑solving initiatives
Monitor competitive activity and market trends, providing regular insights to leadership and internal stakeholders
Create and execute short‑term and long‑range plans to increase market penetration and sales within targeted segments
Prepare and deliver recurring status and performance updates by product line or market segment
Collaborate with original equipment manufacturers, design partners, and contract manufacturers to develop new applications and solutions
Drive revenue growth through targeted sales efforts, market expansion, and customer‑driven innovation strategies
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Polymer Science, Marketing, Sales, or a related discipline; MBA preferred
Strong analytical and research skills with the ability to identify market and technology trends
Working knowledge of manufacturing processes such as extrusion, injection molding, thermoforming, and compounding
Familiarity with relevant industry standards and regulatory frameworks (e.g., safety, quality, and environmental compliance standards)
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in business development, sales, or market expansion roles
Proven ability to create and deliver effective presentations to both existing and prospective customers
Strong commercial acumen with demonstrated marketing and negotiation capabilities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to prioritize effectively, manage multiple initiatives, and perform well under pressure
Demonstrated creativity in developing new ideas, strategies, and solutions
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across all organizational levels
Willingness and ability to travel up to approximately 50%
Self‑motivated, proactive, and comfortable operating in a highly autonomous environment
Ability to quickly develop deep knowledge of product offerings and their applications
$120,000 -$140,000 base, pending experience
Bonus structure that is based on individual and company sales
Healthcare, vision, dental insurance plans
401k with employer contribution
Career development opportunities as being part of a growing multinational organization
Job summary
Sector: Sales
Sub Sector: New Business Development
Industry: Industrial / Manufacturing
Location: Chicago
Contract Type: Permanent
Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.
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