Manager - Sales

About Umicore

Reducing harmful vehicle emissions. Powering the cars of the future. Giving new life to used metals. We are the leading circular materials technology company fulfilling its mission to create materials for a better life. With ambitions like this, imagine what you could do?

About Precious Metals Chemistry

Life-enhancing chemistry. Umicore is an expert in metals-based catalysis for applications that improve our quality of life. Automotive emission treatment technologies, active pharmaceutical ingredients for cancer treatments, the production of fine chemicals and advanced electronics – all are made possible by our organometallic technology know-how. To bring the magic of metal-based chemistry and catalysis to new customers and new applications we cannot stand still. We need to find new ways to do things, discover new solutions and develop new ideas. Which is where you come in.

Purpose of the Role

Drive top-line and bottom-line growth for Umicore India Pvt. Ltd. through strategic sales and business development of Precious Metal Catalysts, Contact & Power Technology materials, and Zinc materials. Manage warehouse sales profitably and execute market strategies across diverse segments.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and expand business for:Precious Metal Catalysts (Homogeneous & Inorganic)Electrical Contact & Brazing MaterialsZinc Dust & Zinc Oxide for coatings, pharma, agrochemicals, and feedNew Umicore products (PEM, JIM, IBP)Execute closed-loop models for catalyst recyclingConduct market research and strategy executionManage warehouse sales and local inventorySupport sourcing of industrial by-products for global contractsBuild and maintain strong customer relationships through regular visits and reporting

Strategic Focus (1–3 Years)

Stabilize and grow PMC business across target segmentsLaunch and support new Umicore businesses in IndiaExpand 3rd party supplier base and portfolioDrive revenue and profitability growth in alignment with Country Management

Key Interfaces

• Internal: Country GM, BU Managers, Finance, Customer Service
• External: Senior/Middle Management in Procurement, Operations, Technology, Industry Associations
  

Candidate Profile

• Education: Chemical Engineer
• Experience: 10–12 years in B2B sales & business development, preferably in Catalysts/Precious Metals
• Skills: Strong techno-commercial acumen, team leadership, inventory management
• Personal Attributes: High integrity, proactive, disciplined, collaborative, and adaptable
  

What We Offer

We aim to lead the way. Not just for our customers, but for our employees too. That is why we strive to create a collaborative environment in which we can all succeed, and a culture through which we can all share ideas, develop our expertise and advance our careers. We engage in building an inclusive work culture that offers equal opportunities for all employees irrespective of their diverse backgrounds. As you would expect from a world-leading organisation, we will also reward your contribution with a competitive salary and benefits. With all this and more, imagine what you could do?