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Business Development Manager - EFC (Elastomeric Flow Control)

Reports to: Global Sales & Marketing Director, EFC

Location:  Remote position; Preferably Midwest or East Coast in US (Western Europe possible)

Travel: yes - approximately 40%

We have an exciting opportunity for a Business Development Manager - EFC (Elastomeric Flow Control). EFC is part of Aptar Closures and specializes in designing, developing, manufacturing, and commercializing elastomeric flow-control valve solutions for dispensing packaging and select non-packaging markets.

The Business Development Manager is responsible for driving profitable growth for EFC by building a strong pipeline, converting opportunities, and expanding our presence-primarily in Medical Devices and other non-packaging applications. This role leads market development and strategic go-to-market initiatives to position Aptar EFC's flow-control and fluid-management offering with targeted customers and applications.

As a Business Development Manager for EFC, You Will Be Responsible For:

Business Growth:

• Drive new business growth with Medical Device companies across North America and Europe.
• Develop a strong understanding of Medical Device market dynamics, including regulatory and certification requirements.
• Build and grow the project pipeline by prospecting, qualifying and evaluating opportunities, and closing business.
• Define and execute a strategic sales plan to expand Aptar EFC's customer base and strengthen our footprint in Medical Devices.
• Position Aptar EFC as a preferred partner for fluid management and flow control across Medical Device applications (e.g., enteral feeding bags, trocars, lab diagnostic testing, endoscopic devices).
• Develop strong relationships within key accounts across functions (R&D/engineering, quality, regulatory, operations, procurement, and leadership).

Market Insights:

• Represent Aptar EFC at industry trade shows, association events, and conferences.
• Monitor competing products and the competitive landscape to inform strategy and positioning.
• Gather market data and competitive intelligence through customer engagement, key opinion leaders, regulatory bodies, field insights, and external resources (e.g., publications and consultants).
• Plan and analyze application field research to identify unmet needs and opportunities for differentiation.

New product development:

• Translate customer needs into clear product solutions and associated product attributes.
• Initiate new product development by building business cases and strategic/tactical plans in partnership with cross-functional teams.
• Support the creation of marketing and sales tools (external communications, customer presentations) for existing and new offerings.                              

Who We are Looking For

Education/Experience

• 10+ years of sales and/or business development experience in Medical Devices or closely related markets.
• Bachelor's degree required; MBA or Master's degree in business, engineering, or materials science preferred.
• Demonstrated success developing and executing sales strategies and delivering measurable growth.
• Established network within Medical Device organizations and/or med dev CDMOs, including medical device executives and device engineers.
• Experience selling complex technologies; able to navigate regulatory considerations and Medical Device development timelines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate a compelling value proposition to technical and commercial audiences.
• Entrepreneurial, self-driven, and detail-oriented, with strong curiosity and learning agility.
• Cross-functional experience (e.g., operations, quality, product development, project management) is a plus.

Who We are

At Aptar, we leverage insights, design, engineering and science to develop drug and consumer product dosing, dispensing and protection technologies for many of the world's leading brands. Aptar in turn makes a meaningful difference in the lives, looks, health and homes of millions of patients and consumers around the world. Our innovations nasal drug delivery for emergency medicines, precise fragrance applications, mess-free ketchup dispensing for kids, connected technologies that support patients in adhering to their treatments and much more

With manufacturing facilities across North America, Europe, Asia, and South America, and a dedicated team of over 13,000 employees in about 20 countries, Aptar is committed to creating impactful innovations for our customers and their consumers.

Our Culture

At Aptar, our success is driven by the individuals who contribute their unique talents and perspectives every day. We believe that when you bring your authentic self to work, we all thrive. 

How We Support Our Employees

• An exciting, diverse and value based working environment
• Award-winning corporate university offering personal development and training opportunities.
• Competitive base salary and performance-based bonus plan.
• Contribute to the communities where we reside.
• Innovative benefits plan which includes: 401k & Retirement Savings plan, vacation, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, pet insurance, wellness plan, and generous paid maternity/paternity leave. 

Aptar is an equal opportunities employer. We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our success. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief.

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In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $100,000 - 150,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. Aptar also offers a variety of benefits, including health, life, and disability insurance, 401(k) match and employer retirement savings contribution, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, company-paid holidays, and more. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on location, pay class, or other factors