Business Development Manager - North America Latex Binders; Part-Time

Business Development Manager - North America Latex Binders (Part-Time)

Trinseo is a global materials company at the intersection of people, technology, and customers. We are a world leader in the production of plastics and latex binders, committed to passion, innovation, and sustainability.

Scope of Role – This part‑time (50%) Business Development Manager will focus on strategic marketing and business development within the Sustainable Packaging platform, accelerating growth across North America with customers in adhesives (CASE), barrier applications (Paper & Board), and downstream packaging value chain. Additionally, the role will drive business growth in coated board applications, capitalizing on regional production increases and paper‑based packaging expansion.

Remote Position – The role is remote and requires up to 50% travel to internal sites and customer visits.

• Strategically explore target market segments to identify opportunities and define optimal partnerships.
• Collaborate with technical teams to deepen understanding of application and product innovations, and work with functional teams to establish robust service capabilities, ensuring a clear market‑success path.
• Expand market share by developing key accounts that excel in their specific segments, supporting Trinseo product qualifications and commercialization activities.

• Bachelor’s degree; MBA preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in business development, marketing, or other commercial and/or technical roles in polymers or the chemical industry.
• Fluent in written and spoken English with excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong negotiation skills and intimate knowledge of legal contracts.
• Demonstrated capabilities in key account development.
• Proven ability to manage opportunities from identification through product commercialization.
• Ability to learn new applications and product technologies.
• High level of accountability and ownership.
• Team player.

Our expanding global presence requires cross‑cultural insight and competence. We believe a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives, experiences, and creative ideas that enable continuous improvement. Race, gender, ethnicity, country of origin, age, sexual orientation, physical ability, religion, and work/life experiences—all factors that contribute to this diversity—are valued. We welcome all applicants, regardless of background, and are committed to a fair and inclusive hiring process.