Jobs in Dortmund, Germany

Job Title: Account Manager - Polymers and Electronics - Europe (m/w/d)

Summary: In this role, you will take the lead in driving the sales of innovative additives for the Polymers and Electronics industries across Europe. You’ll be responsible for executing the regional growth strategy, identifying emerging market trends and customer needs, and supporting the successful introduction of new products. Building and nurturing long-term relationships with customers and distributors will be a key part of your success, as will your close collaboration with cross-functional teams—including Marketing, Technology, Product Management, and Supply Chain—to ensure sustainable and profitable business growth.

• Execute the growth strategy for the P&E business in Europe
• Drive growth at or above AOP target levels and accountability for assigned accounts.
• Maintain and further develop the current customer database in the region
• Develop appropriate commercial tactics to generate success in the targeted markets
• Drive business development into new territories, markets and applications.
• Ensure execution of the strategies and remove roadblocks that may prevent adoption
• Work closely with other members of the team including the Regional Segment Leader, Product Managers, Application Development Engineer, Marketing Communications and Technology to ensure that all plans and strategies are aligned.
• Effectively collect market intelligence and feed it back into the marketing team
• Travel and meet Customer and Distributors face to face to ensure business development

The following are required for the role

• Master degree in Chemistry, Plastics or Chemical Engineering with experience in a commercial role within the chemical industry
• Several years of professional experience
• Good technical and chemical knowledge
• Market knowledge of the Plastic Industry
• Strong cross-functional player who can work effectively across teams (Marketing, Quality and Supply Chain) and drive results
• Strong Sales skills with high customer orientation
• Good technical understanding of complex customer requirements
• Excellent oral and written communications skills - fluent English
• Self-directed and independent (remote office)
• Energetic, self-motivated
• High willingness to explore new things and create new business models
• Willingness to travel on a frequent basis (up to 50%)
• Possession of a valid driving license

• Direct sales experience in the Plastic/Polymer additives
• Additional languages (German, French, Italian)
• Project management skills

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At Momentive, we value your well-being and offer competitive total rewards and development programs. Our inclusive culture fosters a strong sense of belonging and provides diverse career opportunities to help you unleash your full potential. Together, through innovative problem-solving and collaboration, we strive to create sustainable solutions that make a meaningful impact. Join our Momentive team to open a bright future. #BePartoftheSolution

Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company with a cutting-edge focus on silicones and specialty products. We deliver solutions designed to help propel our customer’s products forward—products that have a profound impact on all aspects of life, around the clock and from living rooms to outer space. With every innovation, Momentive creates a more sustainable future. Our vast product portfolio is made up of advanced silicones and specialty solutions that play an essential role in driving performance across a multitude of industries, including agriculture, automotive, aerospace, electronics, energy, healthcare, personal care, consumer products, building and construction, and more.

Momentive believes a diverse workforce empowers our people, strengthens our business, and contributes to a sustainable world. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by law.

To be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment and be of legal working age as defined by local law. An offer may be conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.

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