job title : senior business development manager partnerships - creavis (innovation unit)
reporting to : head of partnerships - creavis (innovation unit)
entity : evonik india private limited
work location : thane
purpose of the position :
the position ensures that -
- the new innovation growth areas of evonik are uniformly supported through fact-based analyses of new or adjacent technologies and markets, as well as independent recommendations derived from them.
- internal stakeholders are supported in the project-related search, identification, and evaluation of suitable external industrial partners.
- external technology offerings (e.g., m&a, investment, or technology opportunities, etc.) are analysed in a timely manner and corresponding independent recommendations are provided.
key responsibilities:
- spearheads project-related technology and market analyses (conducts literature and patent landscape research, draws fact-based conclusions, validates findings with internal/external experts, provides independent recommendations, documents work in the form of detailed technology and market roadmaps).
- generates detailed company profiles of suitable innovation partners and contextualizes them within the strategic framework of the new innovation growth areas.
- identifies and analyses suitable external partners (startups, smes, companies) in consultation with evonik's internal stakeholders.
- documents results (technology/market evaluations and roadmaps, company profiles, meeting minutes, etc.) that are both comprehensive and easy to understand.
education, certification, and/or relevant experience required
- completed natural science degree (phd in chemistry preferred , physics, biology or related) - with honors/distinction.
- minimum 5 years of professional experience, preferably in the field of research & development, innovation, new business development, or patent law.
- proficient in conducting patent and scientific literature searches and analyses.
additional skills and abilities required for this position
- first experiences in leading interdisciplinary teams without disciplinary responsibility.
- demonstrated ability to quickly understand complex issues, analyse complex information, draw conclusions, and present findings in a clear and concise manner.
- skilled in creating visually appealing and effective presentations using ms powerpoint.
technical knowledge (e.g. specialized knowledge required to perform all the required tasks)
- strong interest in new technologies and markets, as well as their financial and strategic implications.
- strong familiarity with evonik's technology platforms and markets.
others (if required by the position)
- ability to communicate fluently and effectively in english, with additional foreign language skills being an advantage.
