Partner with Sales, Marketing, Technology, Product Management, Supply Chain, and other cross‑functional teams to accelerate profitable growth. This is a strategic, customer‑facing position where your technical insight and market expertise directly shape our regional success and future portfolio.Responsibilities Include:
Market Development & Growth
Identify and prioritize growth opportunities
Develop and execute field-level initiatives to drive product adoption and market penetration
Drive new product introductions and commercialization efforts
Customer Engagement & Technical Enablement
Travel and meet Customer and Distributors face to face to ensure business development
Provide technical guidance and application support to facilitate solution adoption
Translate customer needs and market trends into actionable insights for marketing, technology and business teams
Account Management
Close new sales and coordinate with regional Sales team.
Manage Key Accounts
Support pricing discussions
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with Sales, Marketing, Technology, and Product Management
Support training, events, and promotional activities
Performance Monitoring & Reporting
Track market development activities and impact on growth metrics
Maintain accurate records of customer interactions, opportunities, and feedback
Contribute to business reviews and regional planning forums
The following are required for the role
Master of Science degree
5+ years hands on professional experience in Polymers & Composites additives.
Experience in market development or technical sales within the chemical industry
Excellent technical and chemical knowledge
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
Excellent oral and written communications skills
Energetic, self-motivated
High willingness to explore new things and create new business models
Familiar with using common Office applications
Willingness to travel on a frequent basis (up to 50%)
The following are preferred for the role
Familiarity with technical product lines and application support
Preferred degrees in Chemistry, Plastics, Chemical Engineering
Experience in Adhesives, Sealants and Coatings would be a plus
5-10 years of direct sales or techno commercial experience in the Plastic/Polymer additives
Marketing experience and Project Management skills
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We cannot sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
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What We Offer:Base Pay Range: $92,500 - $135,850The actual salary offered is determined by factors including but not limited to education, experience, skill sets, and geography. Local geographic pay differentials may not be reflected in the above pay range and will be discussed with you by a member of the HR team when applicable. If you are interested in this position, we’d ask that you apply! #BePartoftheSolution
Additionally, this role is eligible for incentive or sales variable compensation payments. The amount of these incentives is based on the terms of the Company's incentive plans, the Company's financial performance, and/or individual employee job performance.
At Momentive, compensation is one part of your overall package. We offer a fantastic variety of total rewards and development programs to support your unique needs for overall well-being and personal career aspirations.
Health, dental & vision insurance, including critical illness coverage and optional orthodontia coverage.
Paid parental leave for the birth of a child; adoption and surrogacy reimbursement.
Short term disability with 100% base salary coverage.
Company funded counseling (EAP) and assistance finding care for children, parents, or pets.
25 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) plus paid holidays. Additional time off with years of service.
401k savings plan with 5% employer match plus additional contribution based on years of service.
Student debt pay-off program.
Professional development programs and courses.
Wellness programs and financial education.
Refer to the Hiring Process tab on our Careers page for a detailed description of the physical job requirements and location details for candidates considering relocation.
About Us: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.
Note to third parties: Momentive is not seeking or accepting any unsolicited assistance from search and selection firms or employment agencies at this time.
Momentive Charlotte, North Carolina, USA Office
9129 Southern Pine Blvd, Charlotte, United States, 28273
Momentive Huntersville, North Carolina, USA Office
13620 Reese Blvd E, Huntersville, United States, 28078
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