Business Development Manager Electrolysis

Who are we?  Avantium is a leader in renewable and sustainable chemistry, headquartered in Amsterdam. With a strong focus on green hydrogen/electrochemistry among other sustainable technologies, Avantium employs around 450 people, and operates extensive R&D labs and pilot plants. Avantium business unit R&D Solutions (RDS), is seeking a talented individual to join our business development team. Avantium is a pioneer in the emerging industry of renewable and sustainable chemistry. We seek to take part in the opportunities of the transition towards a circular econo­my to create value for our stakeholders and society as a whole. Avantium’s mission is to aid the transition to a fossil-free world by developing ground-breaking products based on re­newable feedstock instead of fossil resources. Sustainable alterna­tives for fossil-based chemicals and materials include plastic bot­tles for drinks, films for food packaging and electronics, fibres for textiles and even material used in toys. Avantium aims to be a world leader in renewable and sustainable chemistry and technology solutions and to commercialise them through partnerships and licensing. The company is best known for its PEF (polyethylene furanoate) – a fully plant-based, sustainable plastic material – that can be used in packaging, textiles, film, and everyday items…