Global Geochemistry Business Development Lead

As the Global Geochemistry Business Development Lead you will drive the global growth of SGSs Geochemistry business through the execution of commercial strategies key account management and the identification of new market opportunities. You will strengthen commercial performance by leading major proposals engaging directly with clients and supporting regional success through the implementation of business systems and the sharing of best practices.

Working closely with regional teams and other SGS business groups you will help develop value-added service offerings enhance the client experience and expand SGSs global commercial capabilities and market presence.

Responsibilities:

Business Growth & Strategy

• Drive global geochemistry growth through geographic expansion service innovation pricing optimization and strategic market development.
• Identify emerging market trends technologies and commercial opportunities to support business growth.
• Monitor regional performance providing insight and support to maximize growth and profitability.

Key Account Management & Commercial Leadership

• Lead Global Key Account Management activities for strategic clients and support regional KAM programs.
• Lead the development negotiation and review of major proposals contracts and RFPs.
• Build strong client relationships and support the successful acquisition of strategic business opportunities.

Commercial Excellence

• Strengthen regional commercial capabilities through training tools and best-practice sharing.
• Drive consistency across business development sales key account management and client service activities.
• Develop standards and guidance to enhance client experience and service delivery globally.

Marketing Systems & Innovation

• Lead global marketing initiatives and represent SGS at industry events conferences and trade shows.
• Champion continuous improvement of commercial and client-facing systems including Salesforce and MyLab.
• Support strategic investments including major Capex initiatives and M&A evaluations.

Collaboration

• Partner across SGS business lines to develop integrated value-added client solutions.
• Facilitate the sharing of technical commercial and operational expertise across the global network.

Health Safety & Compliance

• Promote a strong culture of Health Safety & Environment ensuring compliance with SGS policies and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrate and uphold SGSs Code of Integrity Professional Conduct and safety standards.

Qualifications :

Essential Qualifications

• Scientific university degree in Analytical Chemistry Geochemistry or a related field.
• Proven experience within a minerals laboratory geochemistry or mining services environment.
• Expert knowledge of the mining and minerals industry and its commercial drivers.
• Demonstrated experience in business development strategic growth key account management and client engagement.
• Fluent in English.

Desirable Skills

• Additional language skills particularly in French Spanish Portuguese or Russian are advantageous.
• Strong commercial acumen with a proven track record of delivering business growth and developing new opportunities.
• Excellent leadership influencing and stakeholder management skills within a global matrixed environment.
• Proven ability to prepare evaluate and work with Capex models business cases and financial forecasts.
• Customer-focused innovative and solution-oriented mindset.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of MS Project and Oracle applications are beneficial.

Additional Information :

Why SGS

• Opportunity to work with a global leader in inspection verification testing and certification.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Join Us: At SGS we are dedicated to fostering an open friendly and supportive culture that thrives on teamwork. We value diversity and provide endless opportunities to learn grow your expertise and fulfill your potential.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time