Global Platform Manager, Non-PFAS Functional Additives & CFA

The Global Platform Manager for Non-PFAS and CFA 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. - Product 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 {=html} - 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