Job Summary
The Global PFAS Free Additives Product Platform Manager provides leadership in a strategic Product Platform such as market and or defined Product lines to meet regulatory standards and replace traditional PFAS-based additives. This individual is a thought leader who performs independently and has demonstrated the ability to effectively interact and influence peers globally and the next level up in organizations including Director/VP/GM level.
Essential Functions
Product Platform strategy Development and Implementation:
Develops, implements, reviews and adjusts the Product Platform portfolio strategy in collaboration with Innovation/R&D and Marketing)
Collect ideas for new project developments within the Product Platform
Analyzes economic environment and market trends and provides recommendations on the Product Platform strategy
Performs market and competitive analysis to enhance the Product Platform competitive advantages
Suggests opportunities to Business Development and support business case development
Engages with Sales and Marketing in each region to identify and exploit new business
Management of the Product Platform Portfolio:
Defines margin targets and pricing corridors by product line to guide the local pricing teams
Establishes clear measurement and management of product profitability
Ensures that product introductions support the specialization strategy and meet the launch requirements
Monitors business results. Initiates and updates Strategic Plan in conjunction with management in each region
Foster the ecosystem & Innovation:
Ensures that sales receive continuous technical support in the form of up-to-date product application technology, training, and problem solving
Develops & manage contacts with major customers and suppliers
Engages with the R&D Program Manager in Corporate Technology to ensure alignment and support on innovation within the platform
Works closely with Environmental Health & Safety to ensure products meet local, state, and federal/country regulations
Works with production to ensure product availability meets customer needs
Coordinates and attends various trade/organization functions to develop business contacts and gather market information
Other
Participate in opportunities for personal and professional development.
Build or expand a strong understanding of PFAS-free additives and their applications
Education and Experience
Bachelors-Marketing or Equivalent Experience
Masters-Business Administration or Equivalent Experience
Marketing - Marketing Strategy (7 Years)
Cross Functional - Budget Management (3 Years)
Cross Functional - Leadership Experience (7 Years)
Cross Functional - Global Experience (7 Years)
Marketing - Margin/Profitability Tracking (7 Years)
Cross Functional - Change Management (5 Years)
Marketing - Marketing Materials Development (7 Years)
Cross Functional - Voice of the Customer (7 Years)
Marketing - Customer Identification (7 Years)
Marketing - New Product Marketing (7 Years)
Marketing - Sales Campaign (5 Years)
Marketing - Marketing (7 Years)
Competencies
Personal Skills - Stress Management
Personal Skills - Research
Personal Skills - Self Motivated
Software Skills - Microsoft Office
Personal Skills - Training/Mentoring Others
Software Skills - Microsoft Access
Personal Skills - Analytical Skills
Personal Skills - Time/Priority Management
Personal Skills - Influence
Software Skills - Microsoft Outlook
Software Skills - Microsoft Word
Software Skills - Microsoft Excel
Personal Skills - Ability to Multitask
Personal Skills - Work Independently
Software Skills - SAP Business Warehouse
Personal Skills - Work on a Team
Software Skills - Microsoft PowerPoint
Leader of Others - Drives Engagement
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