Job Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

Ascend Performance Materials is a rapidly growing global leader in the production of PA 6,6, and we are seeking a Global Strategic Marketing Manager in Mobility for the Engineered Plastics business unit. The individual will be responsible for developing strategy and content to enhance APM’s specification footprint and brand recognition at targeted OEM and Tier 1 customers with specific responsibility for the 2 sub segments: Reliable Thermal Management and Efficient Powertrain.

Part of a dedicated Mobility focused team, this individual will be networking with various commercial, technical and manufacturing functions. The successful candidate will consistently demonstrate an entrepreneurial spirit, high energy and a ‘can-do’ attitude.

TARGETED OUTCOMES

• Strategy to accelerate Mobility automotive growth
• Clearly defined opportunity map and ‘go-to-market’ strategy for Mobility
  • Assess market opportunity in key new product areas and recommend path forward for Ascend
  • Define business case, supported by ‘go-to-market’ strategy and financials
• Best-in-class portfolio, promotional content, and process to enable growth
• Growth in OEM- and Tier-1 approvals and specifications in targeted applications
• Significant improvement in APM brand recognition in the target OEM and Tier-1 community

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Market mapping: Opportunity / Size / Landscape
• Needs mapping: Key Customer Needs and Un-met Needs
• Business Value-Proposition ($)
• Go-to-market strategy and Customer segmentation
• New Product Development stage gate leader
• Product positioning / pricing
• Develop networks @ validation customers and major OEMs
• Develop translation packages for regional teams
• Meet growth targets as defined in our LRP
• Align the business strategy and growth plans with the target OEM’s and Tier community
• Promotion :support coordination of trade shows /conferences
• Promotion: lead engagement with relevant industry associations
• Initiate and support strategic in-organic growth initiatives to accelerate growth

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Engineering degree and MBA with strong focus on marketing and strategy highly preferred
• > 10 years of Automotive experience in commercial, engineering or program management with associated strong network
• Experience in managing C-level relationships the automotive industry; effective cross-functional and multi-level networking and influencing ability
• Experience of Engineering Plastics PPS, LCP, PPA and PA
• Experience in Mobility Thermal Management and/or Powertrain Application areas
• Influencing and managing in a matrixed environment
• Public speaking as an expert in conferences
• Product / new technology introduction
• Go-to-market strategy formulation
• Leading / coaching / mentoring
• Marketing / Business strategy formulation
• Matrix management
• Successful new product launches

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Interpersonal skills to relate to a diverse audience internally and externally; organizational agility
• Executive presence and ability to communicate at the highest levels
• Strong bias for action with a ‘can-do’ attitude
• People leadership through influence and direct line management; leading from the front
• Analytical: analyze, synthesize, and simplify large amounts of technical / commercial data
• Strategic thinking: ability to segment, prioritize, and stage initiatives
• Cross-functional team leadership
• Project Management, Stage Gate Management
• Strategic Marketing – market sizing, segmentation, pricing strategy, promotion
• Strong communication and active listening skills
• Strong customer / executive presence
• Problem solving skills
• Innate ability to “Connect the dots”

At Ascend Performance Materials, we value transparency and fairness in our hiring process. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, search firms, or staffing agencies. Any resumes received from such entities will be considered the property of Ascend Performance Materials, and we will not be obligated to pay any fees for such submissions. Our Talent Acquisition Team actively engages with preferred recruitment partners who have established agreements with us. We encourage all interested candidates to apply directly through our official channels to be considered for any open positions.

Skills Summary:

About Us:

Ascend Performance Materials is the premium provider of high quality chemicals, fibers and plastics. With world scale integrated manufacturing facilities we are able to develop new products from our core technologies, and provide flexibility to respond to the expanding needs of customers. Ascend has global sales and distribution facilities across the globe and six manufacturing facilities globally. As a privately-held company, our people do big things and make big decisions, often much earlier in their careers than at larger companies. Ascend Performance Materials offers team members the opportunity to contribute in big, meaningful ways—all within a stable and growing business.

Why work at Ascend?

Our vision is to be the recognized leader in the nylon 6,6 value chain, creating new possibilities with PA66 for everyone, everywhere, every day. We achieve that through living our Ascend values.

We care. We operate safely with high integrity for our employees, our customers and our communities. Our people are our greatest assets, and our Total Rewards Program extends beyond traditional benefits to include access to on-site medical clinics at our U.S. facilities, a global wellness rewards program and Performance Matters, an employee-driven recognition plan. Our Commitment to Zero demonstrates our belief that is it possible to operate with zero personal injuries, zero process safety incidents and zero environmental releases. And the Ascend Cares Foundation, led by Ascend employees, supports Ascend families in times of need, provides inspiring opportunities ​​for community engagement and facilitates community leadership.

Customer-focused. We exist for our customers; they drive our actions. Their success is our success. Our plastics and chemicals are building blocks that help make everyday essentials safer and more sustainable, and we constantly strive to develop new and innovative products to meet the future needs of our customers. And that customer focus doesn’t only apply to the marketplace – it also applies to how we treat our colleagues and our fellow community members.

Better every day. We invest in our people and our processes to improve every day. A2E, our continuous improvement program, guides the way we do business. And this way of problem solving applies not only to our manufacturing practices but also to our commitment to developing our people. You’ll see it during your career at Ascend in our leadership development, skills training and mentoring programs

Agile. We think broadly and lead proactively in a constantly evolving organization and industry. Agility doesn’t mean simply working quickly – it means critical thinking, creative problem solving and novel approaches to everyday challenges.

One Ascend. All together, with a common set of goals and an eye toward the future. We don’t accept silos. We look for ways to share across departments, sites and geography. This means you won’t be boxed into a single role at Ascend – you could get the chance to work with teams across the globe to improve the way we serve our people, our customers and our communities.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, citizenship, genetic information or other protected status under federal, state or local laws.