Product Management Specialist

Product Management Specialist ProductManagement Specialist IMCD UScurrently has an opening for a Product Management Specialist at our Westlake, OHoffice. Primarilyresponsible for supporting the Principal Managers with any tasks requiredduring day-to-day operational activities involving our principal partnersuppliers along with directly managing some principal (supplier) relationshipsdirectly. COMPANYBACKGROUND IMCDUS is a leading global distribution partner and formulator of specialty chemicalsand ingredients. An entrepreneurial group founded IMCD in 1995 in theNetherlands. Our vision to transform the distribution industry by continuouslyadding value to the supply chain through expertise and innovation, is whatstill drives us today. Today,we have operations in over 50 countries, where we successfully combine localknowledge with global expertise to obtain sustainable results. IMCD is astrong, innovative business partner and accelerator of solutions for suppliersand producers of consumer, industrial and durable goods in diverse businesssectors. Our commercial excellence and solid operations structure facilitatehealthy growth. Successful candidates will be responsibleto: Develop and maintain positive relationships with all assigned Principals (suppliers) by preparing and attending trade shows, technical seminars/symposiums or office visits Assist the Principal Manager with fulfilling Principal (supplier) requests including gathering and providing any required information such as targets; product reports/information pipeline, sales by volume and sample information/follow up Assist the Principal Manager focus on the Principal's (suppliers) key market areas by assisting with market maps, product recommendations, and any other required information being provided to Customer Service Representatives and Technical Sales Representatives Respond to requests for special customer pricing from the sales team in a prompt manner, ensuring accuracy and completeness Enter special customer pricing in relevant systems (e.g. Sales Force) Maintain open lines of communication; enlisting the assistant from Principal technical contacts to fulfill and respond to technical inquires submitted by IMCD customers Assist and coordinate new product introductions/launches by the Principal Work closely with Principal Manager and other resources to maximize contribution margins of assigned lines Day to day management of assigned minor Principals (suppliers). Skills: Ensure the timely and accurate flow of information from Principal to the Sales Group and back Ability to develop and maintain relationships with assigned Principal's and Customers Escalate and engage Principal Managers where appropriate to ensure that they are communicated with on a "need to know" basis Maintain working a knowledge of products and applications Coordinate the timely progression of action items directed from sales to marketing Provide special pricing quotations to the sales team in a prompt manner, while maintaining pricing strategy, structure and profitability targets Actively seeks continuous improvement and self-development Prioritize and manage time effectively to meet internal & external customer expectations and deadlines Effectively and creatively solves problems: assess the situation, have clear understanding of request to help obtain and determine root cause and assign corrective action. Ability to adapt and shift directions when priority situations arise. RequiredQualifications: B.S. degree in Chemistry, business, Marketing, or Finance degrees One to two years' experience in related field Desired Qualifications: Experience in the chemical or polymer industries Experience in distribution Strong mathematical acumen Competent on computer systems Competencies: Business Acumen Problem Solving/Analysis Customer/Client Focus Communication Proficiency Teamwork Orientation SupervisoryResponsibility: Thisposition has no supervisory responsibilities. WorkEnvironment This jobcurrently operates in Westlake, OH. PositionType/Expected Hours of Work This is afull-time position, and the hours of work and days are Monday through Fridayfrom 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., unless otherwise directed. Additional hours may berequired as needed. Travel Travel will be required, up to 15% Please note this job description is not designed tocover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, orresponsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, andactivities may change at any time with or without notice. IMCDOffers Ifyou want to make a real difference and work for a growing and expertise-drivencompany, then we'd love to hear from you. We're looking for people who areexperts in their field, be it technical, commercial, or managerial. By joiningIMCD, you'll be part of an entrepreneurial, fast-growing group of ambitious andlike-minded professionals, where you'll have the freedom to make your own mark.We are committed to delivering value and acting responsibly. As we grow, wekeep our founders' entrepreneurial spirit intact, creating a world ofopportunity. As a truly international company, wehave a presence in cities including Singapore, Melbourne, Milan, Cologne,Paris, Zurich, Los Angeles, Sí£o Paulo and Toronto. Our Group Office is inRotterdam, the Netherlands and our shares are traded on the Amsterdam Euronextmarket, where we are part of the large cap AEX index

Created: 2024-11-05