Job Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

Ascend Performance Materials is seeking a results-oriented and technically skilled Global Technical Business Development Leader to support growth in the Electrical & Electronics (E&E) and Consumer Industrial segments. This role will serve as a critical technical-commercial interface, driving the development of new applications, expanding customer relationships, and translating market needs into innovative engineered plastic solutions.

The successful candidate will possess deep application knowledge in E&E and/or consumer industrial products, a strong understanding of polymer materials, and a proven ability to collaborate across technical, commercial, and manufacturing functions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Application & Market Development:
  Identify and develop new application opportunities within the E&E and Consumer Industrial sectors, focusing on areas such as electrical components, circuit protection, consumer electronics, fluid and air management, small appliances, power tools, connectors, photovoltaics, and energy storage components.

• Customer Technical Engagement:
  Serve as the technical lead in customer interactions to understand application requirements, provide material recommendations, and support design-for-manufacturability efforts.

• Innovation Support:
  Partner with R&D, sales, and product management to define and validate new product development initiatives, focusing on performance, safety (UL, IEC standards), and regulatory requirements (RoHS, REACH).

• Project Execution:
  Lead technical evaluation and approval processes at customer sites, including part testing, material sampling, data analysis, and performance validation.

• Value Proposition Development:
  Promote Ascend’s differentiated material capabilities—such as flame retardancy, thermal stability, electrical insulation, and sustainability—into compelling value propositions for OEMs and Tier suppliers.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  Act as a technical liaison between global sales teams, application development, and R&D to ensure aligned go-to-market strategies and efficient project execution.

• Competitive & Market Intelligence:
  Monitor trends, emerging technologies, and competitor activity in E&E and Consumer segments to guide strategic planning and positioning of Ascend materials.

Travel Requirement:

Approximately 30–40% global travel to support customer visits, field trials, and collaboration with global technical and commercial teams.

TEAM

• Reports to: Global Segment Director, E&E/C&I

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Polymer Science, Materials Science, Chemical/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or related field required.

Experience:

• Minimum 15 years of experience in application development, technical marketing, or technical sales in engineered thermoplastics, with focus in E&E and/or Consumer Industrial markets.

• Strong experience with ETP materials like PA66, PA6, PPA, PBT, PC, ABS, or blends.

• Expertise with processing techniques such as injection molding, overmolding, and insert molding.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Excellent technical communication and project management skills.

• Ability to build strong technical relationships with global customers and internal stakeholders.

• Experience with global standards and certifications for E&E components.

• Self-driven, innovative thinker with strong problem-solving skills.

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.