Specialty Developments Manager - Paints & Construction at Multichem Nigeria - Solevo Group

Multichem Nigeria, now part of the Solevo Group, is a well-established distributor of specialty chemicals and raw materials across diverse industries. With decades of experience and a strong presence in Nigeria, we have built a solid reputation for reliability, technical expertise, and supply chain efficiency.

Multichem has an extensive African footprint, world-class sourcing capabilities, and deep experience in agrochemical and industrial chemical distribution. Solevo is a leading partner to both African farmers and industries, providing high-quality crop protection products, fertilizers, seeds, and industrial inputs that drive sustainable growth.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Specialty Developments Manager - Paints & Construction

Location: Lagos
Employment type: Full-time
Role: Paint & Construction
Department: Commercial Chemicals

What Are We Looking For?

• We are seeking an experienced and commercially driven Specialty Developments Manager – Paints & Construction to lead the growth of our specialty chemicals portfolio across paints, coatings, construction chemicals, sealants, and related CASE applications.
• The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise with business development excellence and is passionate about building strategic supplier and customer partnerships that drive sustainable growth.

What Do We Expect From The Candidate?

• We expect a professional who can identify market opportunities, develop high-value customer relationships, manage supplier partnerships, and convert technical solutions into profitable business opportunities.
• The successful candidate will serve as a trusted advisor to customers and principals while delivering strong commercial results and promoting operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities
Portfolio Development & Supplier Management:

• Develop and expand a differentiated portfolio of specialty chemicals for paints, coatings, construction chemicals, and CASE applications.
• Identify portfolio gaps and introduce new products, suppliers, and market opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with principals and suppliers.
• Coordinate new product launches, commercialization plans, and technical training programs.

Technical Value Selling & Customer Development:

• Engage customer R&D, procurement, production, quality, and management teams.
• Recommend technically sound solutions that address formulation and application challenges.
• Manage product trials, technical support activities, and application development projects.
• Convert technical opportunities into measurable customer and commercial value.

Commercial Performance & Business Growth:

• Deliver sales, gross margin, and business development targets.
• Manage pricing strategies, customer profitability, and product mix.
• Maintain a robust sales pipeline through disciplined CRM management.
• Track customer projects and drive conversion of opportunities into revenue growth.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with supply chain, finance, compliance, customer service, and technical teams.
• Support demand forecasting, inventory planning, and operational efficiency.
• Promote continuous improvement and adoption of company standards and best practices.

Requirements
Must-Have:

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Materials Science, Industrial Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline.
• 7–10 years of relevant experience in specialty chemicals, paints and coatings, construction chemicals, CASE markets, or chemical distribution.
• Proven track record in business development, supplier management, and key account management.
• Experience managing technical-commercial projects and specialty chemical portfolios.
• Strong consultative selling and solution-oriented customer engagement skills.
• Proficiency in CRM systems, forecasting, pipeline management, and business reporting.

If you possess:

• Strong knowledge of specialty raw materials used in paints, coatings, and construction applications.
• A solid understanding of formulation principles and application performance requirements.
• Proven ability to build strategic partnerships and influence stakeholders.
• Strong commercial acumen with a focus on profitable growth.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.

Nice-to-Have:

• Postgraduate qualification in Sales, Business Development, Commercial Management, or a related field.
• Experience working with international suppliers, principals, and manufacturers.
• Exposure to multicultural and fast-growing business environments.
• Experience in West African specialty chemical markets.

If you are:

• Results-oriented and driven by achieving ambitious growth targets.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and solution focused.
• Customer-centric with a passion for creating value.
• Resilient, adaptable, and comfortable working in a dynamic environment.
• An excellent communicator who can build strong relationships across technical and commercial stakeholders.
• Organized, disciplined, and committed to execution excellence.

Why Join Solevo?

• Drive Business Growth: Take ownership of a high-growth specialty chemicals portfolio and play a key role in expanding our presence across the paints and construction industries.
• Grow Your Career: Develop your expertise in technical sales, business development, and strategic portfolio management within a dynamic and expanding organization.
• Make a Meaningful Impact: Help customers solve real-world challenges through innovative solutions while contributing to the growth of a leading specialty chemicals business in Africa.
• Be Part of a Winning Team: Join a collaborative, performance-driven culture where initiative, innovation, and results are recognized and rewarded.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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