Global Strategic Marketing Manager, Plastics & Composites

The Lubrizol Corporation; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global materials company is seeking a Global Strategic Marketing Manager to lead marketing and innovation strategies in the plastics and composites sector. This hybrid role based in Manchester requires significant industry experience and a proven track record in strategic marketing. Ideal candidates should have a technical degree and an MBA, along with strong leadership and communication skills. The position offers competitive compensation, including performance bonuses, and a flexible work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans

401K Match plus Age Weighted Defined Contribution

Comprehensive medical, dental & vision offerings

Health Savings Account

Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Parental Leave

Flexible work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in B2B and/or B2C marketing environments.
• Minimum 5 years experience in the Plastics & Composites industry, with 10+ years preferred.
• Recognized as a marketing leader with proven strategic impact.

Responsibilities

• Develop global marketing strategy to strengthen market position.
• Lead global marketing function for plastics and composites.
• Create business cases for new product development.

Skills

B2B and/or B2C marketing experience

Leadership skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong project management skills

Ability to influence teams

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline

MBA preferred

Job description

Job Title : Global Strategic Marketing Manager, Plastics & Composites

Job Location : Brecksville, OH or Blackley, Manchester, UK

Job type : Full-Time

Type of role : Hybrid, 4 days on-site

About Lubrizol

We value diversity in professional backgrounds and life experiences. By enabling a consistent, unbiased, and transparent recruitment process, Lubrizol seeks to create a positive experience for candidates so we can get to know them at their best. We recognize unique work and life situations and offer flexibility, ensuring our employees feel engaged and fulfilled in every aspect of life.

What You’ll Do

The Global Strategic Marketing Manager, Plastics & Composites will lead Lubrizol Surface Sciences’ global marketing and innovation strategy for a high-growth business within the Performance Coatings Group. This is a high-visibility leadership role requiring deepexpertisein the global composites market, including regulatory landscapes, supply chains, and emerging material trends.

What We’re Looking For

• Develop and execute a global marketing strategy to strengthen market position.
• Lead the global marketing function for plastics and composites, managing direct and indirect resources.
• Build andmaintaina global network of commercial teams and industry relationships.
• Create business cases for new product development with strong value propositions.
• Partner with technical teams to align product performance with market needs and timelines.
• Collaborate on global pricing strategies to achieve financial and growth targets.
• Direct product launches, ensuring positioning, pricing, and placement align with business strategy.
• Oversee product portfolio decisions to support profitability and strategic goals.
• Drive promotional activities, including sales tools, advertising, presentations, trade shows, and conferences.

Skills That Make a Difference

• Education : Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline required.MBApreferred(or equivalent).
• Marketing Experience : Minimum 5 years in B2B and / or B2C environments.
• Industry Expertise : Minimum 5 years (recent experience)in the Plastics & Composites industry.10+ years preferred
• Leadership : Recognized as a marketing leader withprovenstrategic impact.
• Communication : Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Project Management : Strong organizational and execution abilities.
• Collaboration : Ability to work effectively in a complex, global matrix organization.
• Business Acumen : Demonstratedfinancial acumen and results-oriented decision-making.
• Influence : Ability to engage and inspire teams across regions.
• Travel : Primarily domestic travel (up to 30%),requiredto travel internationally1-2 times per year.

Perks and Rewards That Inspire

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans
• 401K Match plus Age Weighted Defined Contribution
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision offerings
• Health Savings Account
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Parental Leave
• Flexible work environment

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