Hexion
Segment Director, Building Materials (US based, location flexible)
Hexion, Dublin, Ohio, United States, 43016
Grounded by a history that is deeply rooted in innovation, Hexion is a global employer committed to building and protecting the future by producing innovative performance materials. Our materials are the building blocks for critical industries, including construction, agriculture, energy, automotive, and infrastructure protection. Everywhere you look, you will find our materials and people at work to help customers make products that are stronger, safer, and cleaner. When you work for Hexion, you’ll join a team that is committed to operating safely and with integrity to build a more sustainable future for all, our associates, our customers, and the communities where we live and work.Position Overview
Note: This position is US based, location is flexible.Responsible for developing and managing market strategies and activities that turn into profitable growth for the Building Materials Segment.Job Responsibilities
Strategic Market Plans:Working closely with the strategic marketing team, develop and execute long-term strategic market plansCreate a growth pathway for new Building Materials segment and achieve established financial targetsConduct thorough market research in partnership with the strategic marketing team to identify new growth opportunitiesExtract customer insights and translate them into actionable growth projectsFoster collaboration with sales, marketing and product teams to accelerate innovation pipeline growthCustomer Relationships | Insights:Cultivate strong relationships with key Hexion customers and stakeholders in the Building Materials industryMonitor market competition, product substitution threats and regulatory changesStay informed about industry trends and best practicesGrow the Business:Lead cross-functional Building Materials Business Management Team (BMT)Oversee variable margin improvement opportunitiesEnsure financial targets are metDevelop and deliver compelling presentations to internal and external stakeholdersMarketing and Business Development:Establish strong marketing and business development strategies and initiatives to scale and grow the BU with a focus on end-market customer needs and total cost of ownershipExpand the core – innovate and expand offerings within the markets where Hexion currently competesIdentifies new revenue opportunities and implement strategies to drive sales within the business unitIn partnership with key stakeholders and the innovation team, steer the development direction of new go-to-market products and solutions with Customer Centric applications developmentKnowledge, Skills, Attributes and Experience (KSAEs):
Knowledge and SkillsBachelor’s or Masters degree, preferably in chemistry or related fieldAdditional degree in strategy or strategic marketing is strongly recommended/preferredAttributesStrong analytical skillsExpertise in communications / presentationsStrong collaboration skills to build strong relationships internally and in the industryPassion for creativity and improvementTaking personal responsibility and ownershipCollaborative low-ego leadership style to work effectively in a matrix structureExperience10 years of industry experience in the chemical spaceExperience navigating a matrix organization, driving alignment to build new growth platforms and/or implement business transformation projectsHas managed and built teams to stand up a new business unit and drive growth and transformationOther
We are an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, minority status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any characteristic protected by law.In order to be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment through our career site, be at least 18 years of age, willing to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation as part of the selection process, as well as additional periodic background checks as required by the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) or regulations adopted by the department of Homeland Security or other regulatory agencies.Candidates are required to have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.If currently an employee of the Company, you must have current satisfactory work performance and in most cases, have been in your current role for 18 months.
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Note: This position is US based, location is flexible.Responsible for developing and managing market strategies and activities that turn into profitable growth for the Building Materials Segment.Job Responsibilities
Strategic Market Plans:Working closely with the strategic marketing team, develop and execute long-term strategic market plansCreate a growth pathway for new Building Materials segment and achieve established financial targetsConduct thorough market research in partnership with the strategic marketing team to identify new growth opportunitiesExtract customer insights and translate them into actionable growth projectsFoster collaboration with sales, marketing and product teams to accelerate innovation pipeline growthCustomer Relationships | Insights:Cultivate strong relationships with key Hexion customers and stakeholders in the Building Materials industryMonitor market competition, product substitution threats and regulatory changesStay informed about industry trends and best practicesGrow the Business:Lead cross-functional Building Materials Business Management Team (BMT)Oversee variable margin improvement opportunitiesEnsure financial targets are metDevelop and deliver compelling presentations to internal and external stakeholdersMarketing and Business Development:Establish strong marketing and business development strategies and initiatives to scale and grow the BU with a focus on end-market customer needs and total cost of ownershipExpand the core – innovate and expand offerings within the markets where Hexion currently competesIdentifies new revenue opportunities and implement strategies to drive sales within the business unitIn partnership with key stakeholders and the innovation team, steer the development direction of new go-to-market products and solutions with Customer Centric applications developmentKnowledge, Skills, Attributes and Experience (KSAEs):
Knowledge and SkillsBachelor’s or Masters degree, preferably in chemistry or related fieldAdditional degree in strategy or strategic marketing is strongly recommended/preferredAttributesStrong analytical skillsExpertise in communications / presentationsStrong collaboration skills to build strong relationships internally and in the industryPassion for creativity and improvementTaking personal responsibility and ownershipCollaborative low-ego leadership style to work effectively in a matrix structureExperience10 years of industry experience in the chemical spaceExperience navigating a matrix organization, driving alignment to build new growth platforms and/or implement business transformation projectsHas managed and built teams to stand up a new business unit and drive growth and transformationOther
We are an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, minority status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any characteristic protected by law.In order to be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment through our career site, be at least 18 years of age, willing to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation as part of the selection process, as well as additional periodic background checks as required by the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) or regulations adopted by the department of Homeland Security or other regulatory agencies.Candidates are required to have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.If currently an employee of the Company, you must have current satisfactory work performance and in most cases, have been in your current role for 18 months.
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