Market Manager (m/f/d) - Flame Retardants & Additives

Location: Hybrid, preferably based at the Hürth-Knapsack site near Cologne, Germany; other hirify.global locations in Germany may also be considered.

Company

hirify.global is a Swiss-based specialty chemicals company developing sustainable, high-performance solutions through its Care Chemicals, Catalysts, and Adsorbents & Additives business units.

What you will do

• Lead the launch of novel flame retardants for Building & Construction applications, especially polyurethane and PUR/PIR panels, foams, and thermosets.
• Drive regional business development and create customer acquisition plans with Sales, Key Account Management, and Marketing.
• Lead commercialization projects across Application Development, Sales, R&D, and Communications.
• Generate customer insights on unmet needs, value perception, pricing, and the competitive landscape.
• Research markets and prioritize growth opportunities within the target segment.

Requirements

• Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field; a commercial background combined with relevant industry experience is also accepted.
• At least 5 years of experience in technical sales or marketing, preferably in specialty chemicals, PUR/PIR, Building & Construction, or adjacent industries.
• Experience leading cross-functional projects and coordinating teams across multiple functions.
• Strong business development, strategic analysis, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent English required.

Culture & Benefits

• Strategic role with ownership from day one and a measurable business development target.
• Opportunity to launch sustainable flame-retardant solutions in a growing global market.
• Collaboration with an international cross-functional team and access to global R&D, Sales, and Application Development networks.
• Competitive compensation and benefits from a global specialty chemicals company.