Industry Market Manager Material Science
Core
Drive financial performance, strategic growth, and market development for Material Science product categories across North America by managing category strategies, supplier partnerships, and portfolio optimization.
Role type
Senior Industry Market Manager (Category Management)
Builds
Strategic supplier partnerships, optimized product portfolios, and commercial growth plans for Material Science segments.
Domain
Specialty chemicals, raw materials, and Material Science markets (coatings, adhesives, polymers, composites, etc.)
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Category management, supplier relationship management, strategic sourcing, financial performance management, market analysis, negotiation, portfolio optimization, cross-functional leadership, pricing strategy, business acumen
Preferred skills
MBA, advanced degree in Materials Science/Engineering, experience in specialty chemicals distribution or manufacturing
Technologies
Salesforce, ERP systems, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word
Responsibilities
Develop and execute Material Science category strategies; manage executive-level supplier relationships and negotiate supply agreements; drive sales growth, gross profit, and margin expansion; support sales teams with market intelligence and product expertise; monitor supply availability and inventory levels; collaborate with cross-functional teams on strategic growth initiatives.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic oversight