The Regional OEM Manager develops, plans and executes the regional OEM strategy for the business segments and the PL. The Regional OEM Manager provides guidance to the industry with regard to OEM specification-setting based on his/her deep understanding of technical issues defined by Evonik’s technologies, products and spheres of knowledge. He/she establishes contacts to OEMs, builds long-term relationships and enlists OEM influence on the industry to adopt resource efficient solutions that benefit OA. He/She is responsible for identifying and communicating opportunities for new or expanded business as well as potential threats to OA business.  RESPONSIBILITIES • The OEM Manager automotive develops and executes the regional OEM strategy for all products in the Business Line Oil Additives. He/she provides guidance to the industry with regard to OEM specification-setting based on his/her deep understanding of technical issues defined by Evonik’s technologies, products, and spheres of knowledge. • He/she establishes contacts to OEMs, builds long-term relationships, and enlists OEM influence on the industry to adopt resource efficient solutions that benefit Oil Additives. He/she is responsible for identifying and communicating opportunities for new or expanded business as well as potential threats to current business. • The OEM Manager closely cooperates with the automotive business segment managers and supports the implementation of the OEM aspects of the segment strategy, both internally, and with industry bodies. They also cooperates/collaborates with the OEM Managers in other regions to ensure global alignment of OEM strategies and actions. REQUIREMENTS • Bachelor’s degree or higher in science or engineering • Minimum 5 years' experience in technical, marketing, account management, or OEM roles in the lubricants or automotive industry. • Strong understanding of OEM value chains, drivers, and needs.  • Knowledge in lubricant formulation work desired • Exceptional technical knowledge and strong interest in engineering topics. • Excellent communication, networking skills, and proven ability to build trust with key OEM stakeholders. • Proficiency in documenting via CRM tool and ability to travel as needed meet OEM contacts and attend industry meetings/events.  Your Application To ensure that your application is proceeded as quickly as possible and to protect the environment, please apply online via our . Further information about Evonik as Employer can be found at www.evonik.com/en/careers.html.  Please address your application to the Talent Acquisition Manager, stating your earliest possible starting date and your salary expectations. Your Talent Acquisition Manager: Brittney Compton [C] Company is Evo Oil Additives US