Automotive Market Development Analyst

ExxonMobil • Houston, TX

140d

About The Position

We are seeking a technically skilled professional with a proven track record in composites or thermoplastics, specifically within the automotive, aerospace, or transportation sectors. This hands-on expertise is critical to driving the strategic growth of our Proxxima™ thermoset resin and broader advanced materials portfolio in the global mobility market. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of material technologies and applications, complemented by a strong interest in strategy, market development, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration across the advanced materials ecosystem. In this role, you will work closely with global program managers, and both commercial and technical teams to support market research, data tracking, opportunity assessment, and planning activities. Your work will directly contribute to the successful commercialization of innovative materials in key automotive and mobility applications. Success in this role requires strong organizational and analytical skills, curiosity about global markets, and a desire to build experience in strategic marketing, product planning, and business support functions within a high-impact, fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, or a closely related technical discipline.
• 5+ years of experience with advanced composites or thermoplastic materials, including design, material selection, processing, and performance evaluation.
• Direct experience in the automotive, aerospace, or transportation sectors, with exposure to product development cycles and OEM/Tier 1 supplier engagement.
• 3+ years in a business development, marketing, or commercial support role, with demonstrated ability to translate technical capabilities into market opportunities.
• Evidence of successful project execution, customer engagement, and contribution to strategic growth initiatives.

Nice To Haves

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to draw insights from market and program data.
• Eagerness to learn and take initiative in a dynamic, evolving business environment.
• Excellent communication skills in written and spoken English to support global collaboration.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in gathering market data and analyzing trends in mobility, automotive, and materials sectors.
• Track competitor activity, customer developments, and relevant regulatory changes.
• Support planning and execution of commercialization programs by preparing timelines, tracking deliverables, and updating internal tools and documents.
• Assist in scheduling and coordinating cross-functional team meetings and follow-ups.
• Help compile presentations, market briefs, and internal reports to support customer engagements and business development activities.
• Contribute to value proposition development by collecting and organizing technical and commercial insights.
• Monitor key program metrics and help maintain dashboards to track progress toward commercialization goals.
• Work with internal teams to ensure accurate and timely data reporting.
• Assist with product launch activities, including market segmentation, channel planning, and marketing collateral preparation.
• Help document case studies, program learnings, and market feedback for internal use.

Benefits

• Pension Plan: Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you. The basic benefit is a monthly annuity to be paid to you in retirement for the rest of your life.
• Savings Plan: You can contribute between 6% and 20% of your pay and are encouraged to enroll right away. If you contribute at least 6% to your savings plan, the Company will contribute a 7% match.
• Workplace Flexibility: We have several programs such as 'Flex your Day', providing ad-hoc flexibility around when and where you work, as well as longer-term programs such as leaves of absence and part-time work.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Culture of Health: Programs and resources to support your wellbeing.
• Employee Health Advisory Program: Provides confidential professional counseling for you and your family, including tools and resources promoting mental health and resiliency at no additional cost to you.
• Disability Plan: Income replacement for when you cannot work due to illness or injury occurring on or off the job. Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Petroleum and Coal Products Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree