Veolia Finland is looking for an experienced
Business Development Manager
to drive growth in ecological transformation. In this position you lead business development initiatives focusing on industrial decarbonization, water cycle management, and product recovery/circular economy solutions for large-scale industries in Finland and the Nordics. You report to the VP, Business Development and you will be a key person in leading the company’s growth journey.
Join Veolia and be part of our mission to transform industries through ecological solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
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Drive business development and sales activities for Veolia’s comprehensive industrial solutions portfolio in decarbonization, water cycle solutions and circular economy solutions
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Identify and develop new business opportunities within target industrial segments
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Structure and coordinate complex commercial offerings for industrial clients
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Lead and coordinate solution development processes from concept to commercial proposal
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Collaborate with technical teams to develop tailored solutions for industrial clients
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Actively follow-up key market segments and develop service and offering to match the market and customer needs
What we are looking for:
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Strong willingness and motivation to be a key part of developing Veolia’s business in Finland and the Nordics
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Minimum of 5 years of experience in B2B commercial or business development role within industrial sector
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Proven track record in complex business development, commercial development or solution sales
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Strong commercial mindset and negotiation skills
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Excellent project management and stakeholder coordination abilities
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Relevant university degree in e.g. business or engineering
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Willingness to travel in Finland and the Nordic region
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Fluent in Finnish and English
Ideally you have:
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Background of working in or with one of the following industries: metal and mining industry, chemical industry, pulp&paper industry or food & beverage
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Basic understanding of market trends of industrial decarbonization, water cycle solutions and/or resource recovery solutions
What this role and Veolia offer you:
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Possibility to be a key player in the development and growth of Veolia’s business in Finland and the Nordics
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Great opportunity for professional development in the world’s largest environmental service provider organization
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Opportunity to work and grow in a company that is based on sustainable development and promotes ecological transformation
We offer you a constantly evolving work environment, varied and interesting tasks, as well as diverse development opportunities. You will be supported by an experienced and professional team of supervisors and colleagues, a network of stakeholders, as well as the resources of the international Veolia Group. Alongside workplace safety, the satisfaction and well-being of our staff is our top priority! We provide e.g. comprehensive occupational health care services, lunch and leisure benefits and a reward system for all employees.
Initial interviews will be held in Espoo during week 33. The selected candidate will undergo a health check, which includes drug testing.
Apply now to shape the future of industrial sustainability in Finland.
Interested or want to know more?
Apply to the position no later than 1st of August 2025 by submitting your CV and application with your salary expectations.
For more information about the position, you can contact Ilona Järveläinen, VP of Business Development (tel. +358 40 861 8386) on July 2nd 14-15 or 8th between 10-11 am
Veolia aims to be the benchmark company for ecological transformation. With nearly 215,000 employees worldwide, the Group designs and provides game-changing solutions that are both useful and practical for water, waste and energy management. Through its three complementary business activities, Veolia helps to develop access to resources, preserve available resources, and replenish them.
As part of Veolia’s international organization, the Finnish branch benefits from global expertise, enabling the implementation of world-class solutions tailored to local needs. Veolia’s Finnish companies, Veolia Services Suomi Oy and Suomen Teollisuuden Energiapalvelut – STEP Oy, offer comprehensive energy and water solutions as well as industrial support services.
Veolia is set for strong growth in Finland in the coming years. The company operates 12 locations across the country, including sites in Espoo, Kilpilahti, Harjavalta, Seinäjoki, Koskenkorva, Lahti, and Äänekoski. Finnish operations generate a revenue of 75 million euros (2024) and employ approximately 160 people. For more information, visit www.veolia.fi