Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsYou will lead global strategy for a €200M+ business.You'll work across continents with ownership over product.About Our ClientOur client, Nouryon, is a global leader in specialty chemicals with a strong presence in the polymer additives and rubber segment. With headquarters in Deventer, the business line Polymer Specialties employs 250+ professionals worldwide and operates regional hubs in North America and Asia. Nouryon fosters a dynamic, high-energy environment with a "can-do" culture and strong purpose: enabling sustainable solutions for everydayJob DescriptionAs Global Marketing & Product Manager, you will be the strategic owner of product, market, and growth plans across XLPA. This is a pivotal leadership role, combining marketing strategy, commercial excellence, innovation leadership, and stakeholder management across the matrix.This role is part of a succession plan and offers a future path toward VP-level leadership.Your responsibilities will include:Lead global product and market strategies for XLPADrive long-term volume, revenue, and EBITDA growthDefine asset strategy, pricing corridors, and product portfolio optimizationPartner closely with R&D, Sales, Technical, and Supply Chain teamsCoordinate with regional sales and marketing leads (dotted-line) across EMEA, APAC and the AmericasDrive go-to-market strategies, customer value propositions, and new offering launchesIdentify and execute strategic M&A opportunities in collaboration with the business VPManage relationships with raw material suppliers and joint venture partners globally (China, Japan)Provide marketing direction into the IBP process and forecast planningAct as a key stakeholder in sustainability and innovation initiativesThe Successful ApplicantWe are looking for a strategic commercial leader with the drive, credibility, and ambition to grow into a VP role. You understand technical B2B markets, are comfortable in a complex matrix environment, and bring a balance of strategic vision and operational execution.Essential:Master's degree (PhD or MBA is a plus); preferably in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Business7+ years in B2B commercial roles in the chemical, polymer or rubber industryStrong experience with product marketing, business strategy, and cross-functional leadershipProven success working in or leading matrix organizationsStrategic mindset, commercial acumen, and technical affinitySelf-starter with drive and accountabilityComfortable with international travel (3-4x/year)Fluent in EnglishPreferred:Background in rubber-related companies or crosslinking technologiesExperience in M&A, joint ventures or strategic partnershipsLeadership of cross-regional teams or dotted-line organizationsLiving in the Netherlands or open to relocation within the EUWhat's on OfferWhat's in it for youHigh-impact global leadership role in a priority growth segmentSuccession planning track toward VP positionEntrepreneurial and hands-on culture with short lines of communicationCompetitive salary, bonus, pension, and 30 vacation daysOpportunity to shape the sustainable future of advanced polymersContactThierry DelaitQuote job refJN-042025-6729114Job summaryFunctionSalesSubsectorSales SubsectorIndustryIndustrialLocationDeventerContract typePermanentConsultant nameThierry DelaitJob referenceJN-042025-6729114
