Platform Launch Manager - Light Industry Markets

Solenis; United States; On-site; USD 142,000 - 209,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Health & Wellness Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Generous paid time off

Competitive salary & performance bonus

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The Platform Launch Manager will drive successful platform introductions from concept through commercialization, focusing on Light Industry markets such as Data Centers, Food & Beverage, Commercial & Institutional, and Facilities.

The role requires a proven track record in product launches or project management, with strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration to align with business objectives and customer

Qualifications

• Experience in leading product launches from concept through commercialization.
• Background in platform commercialization or project management.
• Strong cross-functional leadership and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and prioritize launch projects to align with strategic and financial goals.
• Lead cross-functional launch teams across Sales, Marketing, Operations, Supply Chain, R&D and Leadership.
• Oversee development of launch packages: enablement, training, marketing assets, readiness plans and documentation.
• Lead market introductions, monitor performance, and adjust strategies for growth and penetration.
• Collaborate with Business Management, R&D and Technical Teams to ensure quality and customer value.
• Provide updates and insights to leadership and launch teams.

Skills

Product launches

Platform commercialization

Project management

Leadership

Cross-functional coordination

Industrial water treatment

Strategic planning

Communication

Stakeholder influence

Measurable results

Job description

Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state-of-the-art monitoring, control and delivery systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 78 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over ~23000 professionals in >160 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2025 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree.

What You'll Do

The Platform Launch Manager position exists to ensure that our technology, products, services, and equipment solutions achieve their full commercial and financial potential.

Focused on Light Industry markets, including Data Centers, Food & Beverage (F&B), Commercial & Institutional (C&I), and Facilities, this role is ideal for a candidate with a proven track record in product launches, platform commercialization, or equivalent project management experience.

This position is responsible for driving successful platform introductions from concept through commercialization, ensuring alignment with business objectives, customer needs, and market opportunities.

Critical activities include launch project selection, cross-functional launch team leadership, strategic planning, go-to-market execution, and stakeholder engagement.

Project Selection & Prioritization

• Participate in the evaluation, selection, and prioritization of launch projects to ensure alignment with strategic business objectives and financial goals.
• Assess market opportunities, customer needs, and competitive positioning to support investment decisions.

Cross-Functional Team Leadership

• Assemble, lead, and coordinate cross-functional launch teams, ensuring appropriate resources, accountability, and alignment throughout the launch process.
• Drive collaboration across Sales, Marketing, Operations, Supply Chain, Technical Services, R&D, and Business Leadership.

Launch Planning & Readiness

• Oversee development of comprehensive launch packages, including: Sales enablement and training materials Marketing and promotional assets Product and equipment readiness plans Customer support and technical documentation
• Ensure all launch milestones and readiness criteria are successfully achieved.

Market Launch Execution

• Lead platform introductions into target markets, ensuring effective execution of launch strategies.
• Monitor launch performance, market adoption, and competitive activity.
• Adapt strategies as needed to maximize growth opportunities and market penetration.
• Identify secondary market opportunities and support long-term portfolio growth and refresh strategies.

Strategic Collaboration

• Partner with Business Management to address supply chain, operational, and commercial challenges.
• Collaborate with R&D and Technical Teams to ensure product quality, innovation, and customer value.
• Serve as a key interface between leadership and launch teams, providing project updates, recommendations, and performance insights.

What You'll Bring

• Demonstrated success in product launches, platform commercialization, project management, or a comparable role.
• Strong leadership and cross-functional team management skills.
• Experience within industrial water treatment, light industry markets, chemical solutions, facilities management, or related industries preferred.
• Excellent strategic planning, communication, and organizational capabilities.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and drive projects to completion in a dynamic business environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on delivering measurable business results.

Perks

• Competitive Health & Wellness Benefits
• Continuous Professional Development and Career Growth Opportunities
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Competitive Salary and Performance Bonus Programs
• 401(k) Retirement Plan

Why Solenis?

Come work with us at Solenis, where you can build a career that makes a difference. Join a team dedicated to innovation, customer success, and delivering solutions that help customers operate more efficiently and sustainably.

We understand that candidates will not meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you.

At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits which include medical, dental, vision & 401K, and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or the field, consider joining our team.

Solenis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affimate Action Employer, including Minorities / Women/ Veterans / Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

The expected compensation range for this position is between $142,240.00 and $208,615.00 plus discretionary bonuses. The exact compensation may vary based on your skills, experience and other factors permitted by law.