Portfolio Manager

Sealed Air; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 93,100 - 160,555; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Sealed Air in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Portfolio Manager to manage key product portfolios representing approximately $100MM in annual revenue. This role spans the entire product lifecycle, from ideation through commercialization, focusing on profitability and innovation. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of relevant experience, demonstrating strong analytical, strategic, and communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary range of $93,100 – $160,555 and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in product management, commercial operations, or related roles.
• Solid understanding of plastics materials and packaging applications.
• Strong analytical skills with actionable insights.

Responsibilities

• Manage Sealed Air's key product portfolios to meet business targets.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize portfolio performance.
• Conduct market analysis and competitor benchmarking to identify growth opportunities.

Skills

Product management

Market analysis

Strategic thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering or related field

Tools

MS Office

SAP

ERP

PLM systems

Job description

United States, North Carolina, Charlotte

Portfolio Manager

Sealed Air designs and delivers packaging solutions that protect essential goods transported worldwide, preserve food, enable e-commerce and digital connectivity, and help create a global supply chain that is touchless, safer, less wasteful, and more resilient. We strive to foster a caring, high‑performance growth culture that delivers consistent, sustainable profitable growth and accelerates our performance.

Position Overview

The Portfolio Manager is responsible for managing Sealed Air's key product portfolios, representing approximately $100MM in annual revenue, ensuring alignment with customer needs, market trends, and overall company strategy. This role spans the entire product lifecycle—from ideation and development through commercialization and phase‑out—while driving profitability, growth, and innovation.

The Portfolio Manager partners closely with R&D, operations, sales, marketing, and supply chain teams to optimize portfolio performance. The primary focus is on day‑to‑day execution of portfolio plans, effective lifecycle management, and cross‑functional coordination to meet business targets.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Portfolio Leadership

• Collaborate with GM to develop and execute a clear portfolio strategy that aligns with market dynamics, customer needs, and corporate objectives.
• Conduct market analysis, competitor benchmarking, and trend forecasting to identify growth opportunities.
• Recommend investments, divestments, and innovation priorities within the plastics portfolio.

Portfolio Execution & Lifecycle Management

• Monitor product performance and recommend tactical actions such as pricing adjustments, cost optimization, and product rationalization to maintain product relevance and maximize margin.
• Manage the full product lifecycle (launch, growth, maturity, decline, end‑of‑life).

Product & Market Support

• Provide sales teams with up‑to‑date product information, competitive comparisons, and value propositions.
• Gather customer and market feedback to identify tactical improvements.
• Collaborate with MarCom in preparing go‑to‑market materials for product launches.

Cross‑Functional Coordination

• Work closely with operations, supply chain, and manufacturing to ensure portfolio initiatives are executed effectively.
• Partner with R&D to support development projects and product enhancements.
• Support financial planning and business case development for portfolio investments.

Customer & Commercial Engagement

• Act as the voice of the customer by gathering insights on unmet needs, applications, and market pain points.
• Support sales and marketing teams with product positioning, value propositions, and go‑to‑market strategies.
• Participate in customer meetings, trade shows, or industry events as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in product management, commercial operations, or related roles, preferably in plastics, packaging, or chemicals.
• Solid understanding of plastics materials, manufacturing processes, or packaging applications.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and develop actionable insights.
• Proficiency in MS Office; experience with SAP, ERP, or PLM systems is a plus.
• Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Key Competencies

• Execution‑focused with strong attention to detail.
• Problem‑solving mindset with ability to drive quick solutions.
• Collaborative team player, comfortable working across functions.
• Customer‑oriented with a service mindset.
• Adaptability in a fast‑paced, changing market environment.
• Forward‑looking mindset with a strong focus on innovation and sustainability.
• Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to portfolio shaping.

Salary and Benefits

Salary Range: $93,100 – $160,555. The range disclosed complies with applicable state and local pay transparency laws. Offers within this range will be determined by considering relevant factors including education, experience, and internal alignment. This position may also be eligible for annual performance bonuses and other incentive programs. Sealed Air offers a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and other benefits designed to promote well‑being.

Requisition ID: 54427

Relocation: No

Equal Employment Opportunity

Sealed Air is committed to attracting, selecting, and developing talent that reflects the diversity of the communities and customers we serve. We pride ourselves on our selection process to identify, infuse, and grow talent to align with our culture, values, and norms. Sealed Air prioritizes talent development, fostering a culture of continuous growth and career progression. The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and to all employees, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, protected disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Please be cautious of fraudulent recruiting efforts using the Sealed Air name or logo. Sealed Air will never request private information during the application process, such as a Driver's Licence or Social Security Number. If you have any concerns about information received from SEE during the application process, please reach out to us directly at [e-mail].