Thermoset Product Manager

Vibrantz Technologies Inc.•Ashtabula, OH

8d•$127,030 - $158,787

About The Position

Vibrantz Technologies is a leading global provider of specialty chemicals and materials solutions whose purpose is to bring color, performance, and. vibrancy to live. Every day, our employees, the products we make, and our valued customer partnerships are inspired by this purpose. Serving over 11,000 customers, Vibrantz's technologies are trusted in a variety of advanced materials, color solutions and performance coatings applications and consumer products. WE are experts in particle engineering, glass and ceramic science and color technology. Our technologies are used in small amounts to make big impacts on applications and consumer products, including durable vehicles and batteries, easier-to-clean appliances, energy efficient roof titles and bricks, stronger and more decorative glass, and echo-friendly paints. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Vibrantz has over 50 manufacturing facilities and sales offices on six continents, and we employe 4,500 individuals. Our shared culture is rooted strongly in our four core values that focus on winning with customers, striving for excellence, championing people, and doing the right thing. Vibrantz is owned by American Securities, a leading U.S. private equity firm that invests in market-leading North American companies with annual revenue generally ranging from $200 million to $2 billion and/or $50 million to $200 million of EBITDA. American Securities and its affiliates have approximately $23 Billion under management and are based in New York with an office in Shanghai. For more information, please visit www.vibrantz.com and www.american-securities.com The Thermoset Product Manager is responsible for driving growth and profitability across thermoset dispersions and related plastics product lines within the Americas. This role defines and executes segment strategies by leveraging deep market insights, competitive positioning, and product portfolio expertise. The position partners cross-functionally to align commercial, technical, and operational priorities while delivering value to customers. Success is measured through revenue growth, margin expansion, and increased market share.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, or related technical field; or equivalent experience in technical B2B environments
Minimum of 5 years of experience in B2B technical marketing, product management, or technical sales
Demonstrated experience managing product portfolios and executing growth strategies in industrial or specialty materials markets
Strong cross-functional collaboration skills with the ability to influence stakeholders across commercial and technical teams
Ability to analyze market data and translate insights into actionable business strategies

Nice To Haves

Experience in thermosets, thermoplastics, or plastics-related industries
Background in strategic marketing or product management within specialty chemicals or materials
Proven track record of launching new products and driving adoption in competitive markets
Experience working with global or regional teams across commercial and technical functions

Responsibilities

Develop and execute segment strategies to drive revenue growth, profitability, and market share across thermoset and thermoplastics product lines
Manage the full product lifecycle including portfolio optimization, rationalization, and successful new product launches
Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, R&D, Operations, and Supply Chain to deliver commercial and operational outcomes
Lead market intelligence efforts, including competitive analysis, customer insights, and identification of new business opportunities
Support commercial execution through product training, promotional strategy development, and engagement with key customers and industry events