Polyurethane Business & Technical Manager 【Full Remote】


A global chemical company is seeking a Technical & Production Manager to lead polyurethane business growth and operational performance across North America.

This is a high-impact role responsible for driving technical service, manufacturing coordination, supply chain management, marketing strategy, and revenue performance within the polyurethane portfolio.


Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as the technical lead for polyurethane systems, supporting formulation development, lab/plant trials, and customer troubleshooting
  • Collaborate with global R&D to tailor products for automotive and other key applications
  • Oversee toll manufacturing, raw material sourcing, supply planning, and regulatory compliance
  • Drive new business development through market analysis, customer engagement, and industry representation
  • Manage revenue, pricing strategy, cost control, and margin improvement initiatives
  • Develop and execute mid-term strategic plans and annual budgets aligned with corporate objectives


Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field
  • 10+ years of experience in polyurethane system formulation
  • 5+ years of sales and/or marketing experience in the polymer, plastics, or chemical industry
  • Experience working with automotive industry customers preferred
  • Strong background in technical service and customer-facing roles
  • Experience managing toll manufacturing and supply chain coordination
  • Demonstrated success in business growth and profitability management
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills

Note: This is a summarized description. A detailed version will be provided later.