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BASF is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Description

This position supports the development of new business opportunities and support of ongoing business. The individual in this position visits customers with the sales force, and independently as needed. Designs and provides technical guidance for lab projects and provides technical support for customer applications. Consults with colleagues, and Applications and Analytical Lab in initiating, coordinating and supervising projects for the development of our product lines in Pressure Sensitive Label and Graphics and Tape Adhesives, and Industrial Adhesives, and assists in the development of sales. Interacts with R&D, QC, and Manufacturing personnel as well as International colleagues in the development and maintenance of products.

Qualifications

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Minimum BS Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related field, combined with a minimum of 10 years compounding experience in the below adhesive application fields. Advanced degree preferred. BASF recognizes Institutions of Higher Education which are accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or equivalent.

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Fields:

a) Water-borne Acrylic adhesives for Pressure Sensitive Label and or Graphics applications. Fewer years of experience acceptable with an

advanced degree.

b) Water-borne Acrylic and/or SBR adhesives for Industrial Adhesives used in Packaging Lamination or Product Assembly applications. Fewer

years of experience acceptable with an advanced degree.

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A solid technical knowledge of adhesive application/coating technologies is required. Additional experience with water-borne Acrylic and SBR polymers for non-woven binders desired.

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Strong communication skills are required, as well as proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Primary Location
: United States-North Carolina-Charlotte

Job Type
: Standard

Shift
: Day Job

Organization
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BASF is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

Description

The Product Marketing Manager is responsible for the marketing and product management of Fiberbonding materials. Major position responsibility is the creation and implementation of a strategic business plan by market segment, which will achieve SBU objectives. The Product Marketing Manager interfaces with all key functional areas, including Sales, Technical Service, R&D, Manufacturing, Cross Functional Industry Teams, and Marketing Communications. Critical external interfaces include Industry/ Market associations Trade organizations.

Responsibilities

* Together with the Business Manager, identifies, develops, implements and communicates the strategies, plans and programs needed to profitably achieve the business goals of the Dispersions for Fiber Bonding business unit. Participates in operational and strategic planning processes.
* Develops a market segment pricing/promotion strategy and manages volume/product pricing of market segments/customers to achieve profitability targets. Including the management of margin through both pricing and cost control measures.
* Understands technology, trends, and competitors in the Fiberbonding/Nonwovens industry through customer relationships, market research, membership in external Industry Groups, and BASF cross-divisional industry teams. Develops appropriate product portfolio strategies which support the business strategy. Initiates and leads activities to implement product portfolio strategies.
* Monitors segment results and performance on a monthly basis. Analyzes deviations from operating plan and takes corrective actions as appropriate.
* Develops and implements a marketing communications strategy that supports the business strategy. Activities include trade shows, industry presentations, press releases, trade journal articles and advertisements. The individual ensures a significant presence in the marketplace by representing BASF in national and regional industry associations and seminars.
* Develops and maintains relationships with technical and business counter-parts in Europe, Asia and South America to foster glabal communication and allow greater participation in the development of global business strategies and assessment of new development projects and business cases.

Qualifications

* Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Engineering, Business Management or related field is required. Advanced degree in business preferred.
* At least 10 years experience in marketing, product management or technical service of Nonwoven binders is required.
* Knowledge of multiple nonwoven technologies (e.g. Durable, Consumer, Roofing construction and practical applications) preferred.
* Individual must possess marketing acumen, problem solving capability, initiative and creativity. Individual must be able to effectively influence others and work in multi-functional & diverse teams.
* Individual must have excellent planning, organizing, and work management skills in order to effectively prioritize activities. Excellent communication skills (presentation, verbal, written) are required.
* Strong interpersonal, organizational, negotiating and teamwork skills are required.

Primary Location
: United States-North Carolina-Charlotte

Job Type
: Standard

Shift
: Day Job

Organization
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