Product Manager

POSITION OVERVIEW

PQ is a leading global provider of silicates, silicas and derivative products. For over 200 years, PQ’s products are used in a wide variety of industrial processes and many customer products, from decorative paints to green cement, from clean drinking water to green tires and from toothpaste to biofuels and beer.

PQ is seeking a versatile

Product Manager

to join our Americas Silicates and Global Silicas Business Teams. In this position, you will report directly to the Marketing Director and be responsible for product line management for the silicates and silicas portfolio.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:

Optimize product mix for asset efficiency and maximum value / margin extraction

Understand raw materials, cost drivers, make vs buy, maximize Return on Invested Capital

Collaborate with marketing to continually assess and understand competitive landscape

Understand user needs and develop strategies on how to remain competitive in the market

Work across other functions (sales, tech service, R&D, ops, supply chain, finance) to execute product line strategies including the Integrated Business Management process

Rationalize SKUs to reduce complexity and improve profitability

Work closely with operations, supply chain and quality to ensure supply reliability and product compliance to specifications and regulations.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:

In order to be qualified for this role, the following requirements are

necessary :

Bachelors degree (business or technical)

Minimum ten years in marketing, product management, sales or comparable business management experience environment

Strategic thinking and change agent with proven experience in managing business process improvement

Flexibility and adaptability to the demands and requirements of a dynamic environment with multiple competing priorities

Strong analytical aptitude with a proven ability to interpret data and build quantitative models to improve business results

Demonstrative influencing and leadership skills

Results oriented individual

Strong communication and networking skills

The following skill sets are

preferred

by the business unit:

Experience in chemical or related manufacturing industry

Highly proficient in Microsoft Office applications like Excel and PowerPoint

Advanced degree (MBA) or strong financial acumen

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

This position requires some travel (up to 10-15%)

All prospective employees must pass a background check.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

401(k)

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Compensation package:

Bonus opportunities

Yearly pay

Experience level:

10 years

Schedule:

Day shift

Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

Malvern, PA 19355: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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