Business Development Manager (m/f/d) TPE Automotive - Region France

<p>New markets. New customers. Your opportunity in international sales.</p>
<p>Would you like to support the automotive producers in their product ideas with our material innovations that focus on soft, safe and sustainable products?</p>
<p>This is your opportunity to take responsibility and shape the <strong>French automotive market</strong>.</p>
<p>Join our team!</p>
<h2 id="tasks">Tasks</h2>
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<li><strong>Market analysis &amp; networking</strong> – Map the French market, identify key OEMs, TIER1/TIER2s, and build lasting relationships. Territory: France, with possible expansion to Southern Europe and North Africa.</li>
<li><strong>OEM approval management</strong> – Define and roll-out approval process of OEMs.</li>
<li><strong>New business development</strong> – Identify opportunities, work with R&amp;D to tailor solutions, and manage projects to industrial launch.</li>
<li><strong>Project leadership</strong> – Manage all phases from first contact to project closure (2 industrial orders), in close collaboration with technical and commercial teams.</li>
<li><strong>Customer care &amp; account development</strong> – Handle and grow existing direct accounts in your region.</li>
<li><strong>CRM &amp; reporting</strong> – Document your activities and report key project updates to the management team.</li>
<li><strong>Product focus</strong> – Concentrating on TPE products but also considering other HEXPOL TPE thermoplastics and rubber compounds.</li>
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<h2 id="requirements">Requirements</h2>
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<li><p><strong>Technical and commercial knowledge</strong> of the <strong>plastics</strong> and <strong>automotive</strong> industry is a prerequisite.</p>
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<li><p><strong>Language skills:</strong></p>
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<li><p><strong>Fluent in French</strong> and <strong>business-level English</strong> is a <strong>prerequisite</strong></p>
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<li><p>German as an advantage.</p>
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<li><p><strong>Proven B2B sales experience</strong> in France and optionally in Southern Europe, with measurable success.</p>
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<li><p><strong>Network and contacts</strong> – solid network in the automotive industry, including established contacts with OEMs and TIERs.</p>
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<li><p><strong>Strong customer focus &amp; business mindset</strong> – understanding the needs and offering solutions that create value.</p>
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<li><p><strong>Strategic communicator with a hands-on mentality</strong> – combining strong communication skills with strategic thinking and the ability to work effectively across teams and cultures.</p>
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<li><p><strong>Willingness to travel</strong> – for customer visits and collaboration with teams at our sites (mainly Lichtenfels/Germany).</p>
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<h2 id="benefits">Benefits</h2>
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<li><strong>Responsibility for the market</strong> – You take ownership of your region and grow our automotive footprint in France.</li>
<li><strong>International collaboration</strong> – Close cooperation with colleagues, particularly in Germany. </li>
<li><strong>Attractive compensation package</strong> – Performance-based salary plus benefits.</li>
<li><strong>Company car for private use</strong> – included.</li>
<li><strong>Job security &amp; global reach</strong> – As part of the publicly listed HEXPOL Group, we offer long-term perspectives and stability.</li>
<li><strong>Career development</strong> – We support you with individual training and exciting challenges.</li>
<li><strong>Modern tools</strong> – Laptop, phone, CRM and everything you need to succeed.</li>
<li><strong>Team celebrations</strong> – including our 60-year celebrations in 2025!</li>
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<p>HEXPOL TPE GmbH is an established and innovative manufacturer of customized thermoplastic elastomer compounds and color masterbatches for the plastics industry.</p>
<p>As part of the publicly listed Swedish HEXPOL Group – with more than 50 sites worldwide – we are locally rooted yet globally active. Within the field of soft thermoplastic compounding, we hold a strong market position and offer tailored material solutions along with outstanding customer service.</p>
<p>Our company culture is characterized by mutual respect, a high level of individual responsibility, and a cooperative leadership style.</p>
<p><strong>Sounds like you would be a good fit for us? Then apply now!</strong></p>
<p>Please send your application including salary expectations and possible starting date to our HR team:<br><strong>karriere @ hexpoltpe . com</strong></p>
<p>Do you still have questions?<br>Feel free to call us:  <strong>+49 9571 94894-8720</strong></p>
<p>Become part of an internationally successful company – where appreciation is more than just a word.</p>
<p>We’re looking forward to getting to know you!</p>