Eastman Chemical Company

Product Manager

Eastman Chemical Company$90K — $130K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in technical or marketing discipline required
  • MBA preferred with emphasis in marketing
  • 6-10 years of experience in sales, technical service, strategy, marketing, product management, and supply chain
  • Experience in roles such as Pricing Manager or Segment Market Manager
  • Background in Commercial Leadership Development Program required for some candidates

Responsibilities

  • Lead product and segment strategy development within a cross-functional team
  • Maintain asset strategy and manage asset allocation for business results
  • Develop comprehensive product line strategies to maximize margin growth
  • Support continuous improvement and capital projects to enhance capacity and profitability
  • Conduct competitive intelligence analysis across multiple markets
  • Drive customer loyalty by ensuring product quality and compliance with specifications
  • Ensure execution of Integrated Business Planning (IBP) plans aligned with market and segment goals

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead cross-functional teams
  • Engagement in strategic decision-making
  • Professional development through challenging projects
  • Exposure to various market segments and product strategies
  • Contributing to significant operational improvements and innovations
Full Job Description
Role Profile

Develops product strategy and drives operational results through management of the product portfolio by ensuring maximum return on assets and total margin realization. Identifies the highest margin growth segments and define, develop and deliver market segment strategies and tactics that produce profitable growth.

Operational oversight includes pricing, quality, regulatory, contracts, manufacturing and supply chain cost improvement activities. Accountable for the activities within assigned products to deliver results within established strategies, including offer development, execution, management and adjustments as needed. Working with the appropriate cross functional team, the SMM is responsible for developing a compelling value proposition and offer for each market segment, as well as designing a marketing and sales effort to maximize the market segment's volume, revenue and variable margin contribution. The Product Manager (Product Organization) also leads the cross functional team responsible for executing the offer(s), tracking how well actual results, service levels and prices match the segment plan, and suggesting adjustments to be taken to close any gaps.

This is a U.S. based role.

Responsibilities

  • Leader of the product (or product portfolio) and segment strategy development, communication, and management in the context of a cross functional business team
  • Develops and maintains asset strategy, long term supply demand outlook and manages asset allocation to deliver business results.
  • Develop comprehensive product line strategies that maximize margin growth (including strategic pricing and positioning within segments)
  • Champion/support continuous improvement and capital projects needed to increase capacity, increase yields, improve variable and fixed costs and/or otherwise improve the capability and profitability of our assets.
  • Leads competitive intelligence efforts involving business, sales, strategy, pricing, manufacturing, and technology; includes spanning markets, gathering, constructing, synthesizing, and analyzing key competitors and products including assets, capacities, utilization, cost base and strategies.
  • Drives efforts to increase customer loyalty by assuring product quality, regulatory, service and customer specification requirements
  • Ensures IBP plans are executed in alignment with market, segment and product plans
  • Leads / coaches a team of direct reports (e.g. Pricing Managers and /or Analysts) and/or cross-functional team

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in technical or marketing discipline required.
  • MBA degree with an emphasis in marketing is preferred
  • 6-10 years prior experience in sales, technical service, strategy, marketing, product management, and supply chain
  • Rotated through at least 1 of the following (at EMN or a prior company)
    • Pricing Manager
    • Commercial Leadership Development Program (MBA and 5 years prior work experience required)
    • Segment Market Manager
    • Product Manager

Required Functional Competencies

  • Strong analytical skills and excellent numerical abilities
  • Strategic thinking and ability to translate effectively to execution planning
  • Manage execution of strategy through and with others
  • Strong financial focus and acumen to drive profitable choices
  • Demonstrated experience solving complex business problems
  • Strong system and data analytics tools and acumen to make informed decisions
  • Ability to lead multidisciplinary and international teams
  • Good communication skills
  • Commercial mindset (customer centric)

About Eastman Chemical Company

Eastman Chemical Company (Eastman) is a global specialty chemicals company that produces a range of advanced materials, chemicals and fibers that are found in products people use every day. Eastman has over 40 manufacturing sites in 16 countries and equity interests in joint ventures that supply chemicals, plastics, and fibers products to customers throughout the world. Eastman has a portfolio of specialty businesses that hold positions and provide products that enhance performance in a variety of end markets such as transportation, building and construction, and consumables. Eastman management believes that the Company's end-market diversity is a source of strength, as these markets are benefiting from longer-term global trends such as energy efficiency, a rising middle class in emerging economies, and increased health and wellness. On July 2, 2012, the Company completed its acquisition of Solutia Inc. (Solutia).

Eastman Chemical Company Careers

Join the vibrant team at Eastman Chemical Company, a global leader in the chemical industry known for its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and safety. At Eastman, we offer a plethora of job opportunities that pave the way for professional growth and personal achievement. We are proud to be a company where diversity and leadership go hand in hand, fostering a culture that values every team member's contribution.

Work You’ll Do

At Eastman Chemical Company, your work will directly contribute to groundbreaking solutions that influence markets and improve lives. Whether you're involved in research, marketing, production, or management, you are positioned to lead and innovate in every project you handle. Our team is composed of over 14,000 dedicated professionals who bring their diverse skills to the table, working collaboratively to drive success and leadership in the chemical industry.

Innovative Career Paths

Explore the multitude of career paths available at Eastman, from internships that offer real-world experience to full-time positions that challenge and expand your capabilities. Our hiring process is designed to identify and nurture talent, ensuring that the right skills are matched with the right opportunities. We believe in nurturing your career through continuous learning and development, supported by our robust training programs in areas like leadership, diversity, and technical skills.

Be Part of a Great Team

Joining Eastman means becoming part of a culture that prizes innovation and teamwork. You will work alongside industry experts and leaders who are eager to share knowledge and insights. Our team’s collaborative efforts are the driving force behind our award-winning workplace, recognized globally for its excellence in safety, sustainability, and employee satisfaction.

Benefits and Growth

Eastman Chemical Company is committed to the growth of its employees. We offer competitive benefits designed to support your life, both at work and at home. From health and wellness programs to financial and retirement planning, we ensure you have the resources you need to succeed in every aspect of your life. Our commitment to professional development means you’re always learning, always growing.

Internship Opportunities

Kickstart your career with an Eastman internship. Our programs provide invaluable industry exposure and hands-on experience, making them a perfect starting point for students and recent graduates eager to make their mark. Interns at Eastman gain critical skills, work on meaningful projects, and network with professionals across the company, providing a strong foundation for future employment opportunities.

Join Our Team

Ready to advance your career at Eastman Chemical Company? Search open positions that match your skills and interests. We are looking for passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players who are ready to take their career to the next level.

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Explore Eastman Chemical Company Careers

Whether you’re seeking to enhance your skills, lead with innovation, or grow within a diverse team, Eastman Chemical Company offers a career path filled with opportunities. Join us in making a difference in the chemical industry and beyond.
Learn more about Eastman Chemical Company
Size
14,000 employees
Market Cap
$9.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
$478 million
Founded
1920
5 Year Trend
+3.1%
Revenue
$8.4 billion
NASDAQ

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