APM Sales Director

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CREATING ESSENTIAL CHEMISTRY THAT THE WORLD NEEDS  

At Chemours, our people are redefining how the world thinks of chemistry by approaching everything we do with a commitment to delivering Trusted Chemistry that creates better lives and helps communities thrive.   That begins with how we use our science, data, and unmatched technical expertise to develop market-leading products with the highest levels of performance, sustainability, and safety in the industry.  

Powered by chemistry, our products are used in applications that make the products we rely on, processes, and new technologies possible.  In key sectors such as clean energy, advanced electronics, high-performance computing and AI, climate friendly cooling, and high-quality paints and coatings for homes and industrial infrastructure---sustainable solutions and more modern living depend on Chemours chemistry.

Chemours is seeking a Sales Director to join our growing Advanced Performance Materials, APM, team. This role involves closely our joint venture Chemours-Mitsui Fluoroproducts Co., Ltd., MCF, therefore this position will be available at the Chemours Kabushiki Kaisha in Minato-ku,Tokyo, and the MCF in Shimizu-shi, Shizuoka, and report directly to the president of Chemours Japan/MCF. 

Primarily responsible for overseeing the entire MCF APM sales division and achieving sales targets in Japan. Manage the sales team and be responsible for the revenue they generate. Oversee sales policies and programs to achieve sales and profit targets in Japan. Promote the products and/or services and possess a deep understanding of the products, regulations, and market they offer. The role will work closely with Supply Chain, Marketing, Product Management and Finance to meet customer requirements while balancing company needs. The successful candidate will be able to effectively manage day-to-day responsibilities and consider long-term strategic goals of the Japan/global business. Provide coaching as a role model/mentor to team members.  

The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following: 

• Formulation and execution of mid- to long-term strategies for the APM business division

• Setting and management of APM business objectives and strategies

• Formulation and execution of sales strategies

• Guidance on key raw material procurement policies, R&D resourcing, and key programs

• Guidance on asset and capital strategies

• Strengthen relationships and engagement with key customers

• Annual budget management, sales strategy management, and investment project management in the formulation and execution of business strategies

• Zero compliance issues and ethics incidents

• Planning and execution of initiatives to improve GTPW

• Strengthen organizational capabilities of each department/group and succession planning

• Formulation and execution of business strategies in response to changes in the market environment

• (including strengthening end-user engagement and acquisition of subsidies)

• Internal and external responses in a business environment where environmental regulations have a significant impact

• Change management in line with changes in the business environment, as well as coordination with internal and external stakeholders, including both parent companies

The following is required for this role: 

• Min 15 to 20 years of international experience in the Chemical or related industries

• 10 + years of Sales Management experience and managing distributors

• Track Record in leading teams and projects

• Strong desire for challenging scenario

• Results Driven, risk friendly, energetic, business minded

• Advanced level of English and Japanese proficiency

Benefits: 

Competitive Compensation 

Comprehensive Benefits Packages 

Employee Stock Purchase Program   

Tuition Reimbursement  

Commuter Benefits

Learning and Development Opportunities  

Strong Inclusion and Diversity Initiatives  

Company-paid Volunteer Day 

We’re a different kind of chemistry company because we see our people as our biggest assets. Instead of focusing just on what our employees do each day, we look at how they do it—by taking a different approach to talent development, employee engagement, and culture. Our goal is to empower employees to be their best selves, at Chemours and in life.  

 Learn more about Chemours and our culture by visiting Chemours.com/careers. 

Chemours is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, disability, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. Jurisdictions may have additional grounds for non-discrimination, and we comply with all applicable laws. 

Candidates must be able to perform all duties listed with or without accommodation 

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Chemours we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for our employees. So if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities. 

At Chemours, you will find sustainability in our vision, our business and your future. If you want to work on the leading edge of your field and have a desire to make a difference, join Chemours and discover what it means when we say “We Are Living Chemistry”.