Director, Product Manager Plastics

thyssenkrupp Materials NA • Auburn Hills, MI

4d • $150,000 - $180,000

About The Position

Develop and drive the strategy to create sales growth and profitability within a specific industry segment. The role requires expertise in the segment’s customers, product applications, and competitive environment, and leadership of strategies and activities that support segment goals. The position works within a matrix structure and may manage sales and business development staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Sales, Marketing, or Business Administration.
• Extensive sales or business development experience, product knowledge, and expertise.
• Extensive industry knowledge.
• 10 years of experience in sales and management roles.

Nice To Haves

• MBA.
• Continuing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies that support segment growth and profitability goals, including the sales process, product information, and inventory.
• Monitor segment sales and marketing activity and provide leadership and direction to maximize performance, sales growth, and profitability.
• Coordinate activities within the matrix structure with District Sales Managers, the Pricing Director, Product Managers, and Operations.
• Build and maintain relationships with key OEMs in the industry segment and direct activities that develop the company’s presence in the segment.
• As required, hire, train, manage, and develop sales and business development staff.
• Meet TKMNA Employee Attributes / Competencies.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Voluntary wellness programs.
• 401(k) or RRSP programs with company match.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Other competitive company benefits for eligible positions; benefits may vary by job, country, union role, and company segment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director