Location: Solon,OH, USA
Why do we need you ? If you want to discover your greatest potential, Saint-Gobain provides one-of-a-kind opportunities for innovative problem solvers. We're one of only two companies in the world that is consistently recognized as both a top Global Employer and a Top 100 Global Innovator, but Saint-Gobain's remarkable story and culture of innovation begins with a team of nearly 200,000 creative, diverse and passionate team members collaborating across the globe. We are committed to our mission to improve lives because, every day, we witness the enormous impact of our efforts on the world around us. The Associate Marketing & Product Manager will identify & develop new business opportunities to drive sustainable growth in the Chemical markets for the Industrial & Consumer Solutions (ICS) BU worldwide. The role involves analyzing markets, defining growth opportunities, and managing product lines by collaborating with sales, R&D, Application Engineering, Customer Services, and Operations to enhance the quality, performance, and competitiveness of the Chemical portfolio. Will work closely with the Sales teams in North America, Europe, Asia, and South America to maximize sales opportunities. Will support the Global Marketing Director in developing effective strategies to increase Saint-Gobain's presence in these markets & proactively contribute to brand development, marketing communications, product line rationalization, and profitability analysis within the Chemical sector. The Chemical markets encompass fluid transfer, pumping, filtration and sensor applications for cleaning chemicals, fuel lines for small engines, digital printing, water treatment, environmental sampling and analysis, agriculture, and coating and painting. Key Accountabilities: Product Portfolio Management Develop and implement pricing strategies, tools and processes to maximize sales and profit Execute price and quotation management of product lines Manage product line extensions, additions and rationalizations Define adequate positioning and value proposition of the ICS product lines Ensure proper alignment of the organization to support this positioning Marketing Strategy Monitor market environment and competitive landscape, compile customer insights and circulate market information Develop comprehensive marketing strategy proposals to maximize long-term, profitable growth Support the evaluation of partnership targets to close capability gaps Support the assessment of acquisition target Innovation Translate business strategies into product and technology roadmaps Support commercial opportunities through product line adjustments or extensions Support Research and Development / New Product Development activities by providing the relevant market/customer needs and Critical To Quality parameters Build business cases to allowing R&D project selection and optimal use of resources Design new business models around product or services Marketing Communications Develop and implement appropriate communication strategy proposals in target markets through technical publications, digital media, trade shows, etc. Develop and communicate adequate content to defend and strengthen the position of the business Define and implement brand strategy proposals consistent with product and company positioning Although this role can be remote based within the U.S., the preferred location, based on our key manufacturing sites, will be throughout the Midwest or East Coast. Is this job for you ? Education: Bachelor of Science Degree within Chemistry, Engineering, or Related field; Required. Master's Degree within Business Administration, Chemistry, Engineering, or Related field; Preferred. Experience: 3+ years of technical experience within manuf