The Global Platform Manager for Non-PFAS and FR provides leadership in a strategic Product Platform such as market and or defined Product lines. 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.
ResponsibilitiesProduct Platform strategy Development and Implementation:
Develops, implements, reviews and adjusts the Product Platform portfolio strategy in collaboration with Innovation/R&D and Marketing)
Manages the ideation review 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
Bachelor’s degree required in Business, Marketing, Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in product management, product line management, marketing, business development, or a related commercial/technical role in a manufacturing or specialty materials environment.
Demonstrated experience developing and executing product platform or portfolio strategies, including pricing, profitability analysis, market assessment, and product lifecycle management.
Strong technical and business acumen with the ability to translate market trends, customer insights, and competitive intelligence into actionable growth strategies.
Proven ability to lead cross-functional collaboration across Sales, Marketing, R&D, Supply Chain, Operations, and regional leadership teams in a global matrixed organization.
Strong analytical, financial, and problem-solving skills, including experience with margin management, pricing strategy, business case development, and performance tracking.
Excellent communication, presentation, and influencing skills, with demonstrated ability to engage and align stakeholders up to Director, VP, and GM levels.
Experience supporting innovation pipelines, new product introduction, and customer-facing technical or commercial initiatives is preferred.
Preferred qualifications include global business experience, familiarity with regulated product environments, and proficiency in Excel and other business analytics tools.
Physical Demands
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or related field
- Advanced degree
- Minimum 7 years progressive experience in product management, product line management, marketing, business development, or related commercial/technical role in manufacturing or specialty materials
- Experience developing and executing product platform or portfolio strategies including pricing, profitability analysis, market assessment, and product lifecycle management
- Strong technical and business acumen with ability to translate market trends and customer insights into growth strategies
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional collaboration across Sales, Marketing, R&D, Supply Chain, Operations, and regional leadership in a global matrixed organization
- Strong analytical, financial, and problem-solving skills including margin management, pricing strategy, business case development, and performance tracking
- Excellent communication, presentation, and influencing skills with ability to engage stakeholders up to Director/VP/GM levels
- Experience supporting innovation pipelines, new product introduction, and customer-facing technical or commercial initiatives
- Global business experience
- Familiarity with regulated product environments
- Proficiency in Excel and other business analytics tools
