USAC Area Portfolio Manager

3M•Maplewood, MN

10d•Onsite

About The Position

As the USAC Aerospace & Defense Portfolio Manager for Functional and Design Films, this role drives area portfolio growth in alignment with global strategy and supports USAC portfolio operating-plan attainment for sales, OLCG percentage, and gross margin dollars at standard. The position executes the area operating plan, including pricing strategy, product mix, and marketing growth programs, in alignment with the Global Portfolio strategic marketing plan. It leads the launch, commercialization, and overall health of global new product introductions, new technology introductions, and Grow Fast programs in the area. The role also develops accurate demand plans and gathers customer and market insights through engagement with sales teams, customers, and industry partners to inform product development, marketing, and growth strategies. The position is based on-site at the 3M Center in Maplewood, Minnesota, with work at the site at least four days per week. Travel may include up to 20% domestic travel. Relocation assistance may be authorized. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status. The expected compensation range for US applicants is $164,612–$201,193, including base pay plus variable incentive pay if eligible. The position may be eligible for benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage, health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, disability and life insurance, voluntary benefits, paid absences, and retirement benefits.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher, completed and verified before starting.
Five years of combined experience in marketing, sales, channel management, and/or customer service in a private, public, government, or military environment.
Proficiency working in 3M systems, such as Microsoft Excel (including pivot tables), SAP, PowerBI, SFDC, GDPT/Vendavo/Vistex, and Horizon.
Strong analytical and Excel capabilities, project management skills, experience leading cross-functional teams, and outstanding interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
Legally authorized to work in the country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status.

Nice To Haves

Ten years of combined experience in marketing, sales, channel management, and/or customer service in a private, public, government, or military environment.
Proficiency working in 3M systems, such as Microsoft Excel (including pivot tables), SAP, PowerBI, SFDC, GDPT/Vendavo/Vistex, and Horizon.
Strong analytical and Excel capabilities, project management skills, experience leading cross-functional teams, and outstanding interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
Strategic pricing understanding and experience.
Ability to translate a global portfolio strategy into area-adapted tactics, including prioritization of regions and/or segments.
IBP demand-planning experience.
Master’s degree in business, marketing, and/or a related discipline from an accredited institution.
Advanced P&L financial acumen and analytics experience.
Experience in the aerospace or defense industry.

Responsibilities

Drive area portfolio growth actions aligned with global strategy to support USAC portfolio operating-plan attainment for sales, OLCG percentage, and gross margin dollars at standard.
Execute the area operating plan, including pricing strategy, product mix, and marketing growth programs, in alignment with the Global Portfolio strategic marketing plan.
Lead and manage the launch, commercialization, and overall health of global NPI, NTI, and Grow Fast programs in the area.
Deliver accurate demand plans to meet customer expectations.
Engage with sales teams, customers, and industry partners to provide area insights on customer and market trends and inform new-product development, marketing, and growth strategies.
Comply with corporate policies, procedures, and security standards while performing assigned duties.
Contribute to a strong Environmental Health and Safety culture by following safety policies, identifying hazards, and engaging in continuous improvement.