Product Manager, Industrial Liquid Waterborne & Solventborne Coatings - Americas

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** Industrial Metal Coating Systems (MCS) Product Manager
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* Job Summary:

** The Industrial MCS (Metal Coating Systems) Product Manager will be responsible for growth and profitability of a product line(s) within MCS Liquid Industrial business, including formulation and production cost objectives, life cycle management / product obsolescence, and capacity/application capabilities investment portfolio. The successful individual will work closely with the North American business to define and drive execution of a multigenerational product development plan in response to market/segment strategies including strategic roadmaps, gatekeeping, asset optimization, etc.
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* Work Location:

** This role requires a local presence within one of the following geographies:
* Houston, TX
* Philadelphia, PA surrounding area
** Key Responsibilities**:
* Strategic Product Leadership:
Lead the development and execution of strategic product management plans aligned with global strategies. Ensure optimal product portfolio management to drive sustainable growth and profitability.
* Market Intelligence & Insights:
Conduct and synthesize global market assessments through primary and secondary research. Serve as the subject matter expert on market segments, trends, and competitive dynamics to inform strategic decisions.
* Market Segmentation & Opportunity Analysis:
Define and refine market segmentation to assess market size, dynamics, company share, and growth opportunities. Prioritize sub-segments and customers to guide targeted strategies.
* Cross-Functional Leadership**:
** Collaborate with R&D, sales, marketing, operations, and supply chain to ensure successful product launches and sustained performance.  Serve as the voice of the customer and market within internal teams.
* Product Lifecycle & Portfolio Optimization:
Oversee regional and global product lifecycle management, including new product forecasting, obsolescence planning, and portfolio rationalization. Ensure offerings meet quality standards and market demands.
* Go-to-Market Strategy Execution:
Drive cross-functional implementation of market strategies including pricing, product positioning, promotion, and distribution. Collaborate with sales, technical, operations, and supply chain teams to ensure alignment and execution.
* Operational Excellence & Cost Management:
Lead initiatives to improve product operational efficiency, reduce complexity, and optimize batch sizes and fixed costs. Support capital projects and business rule development.
* Voice of the Customer & Innovation Pipeline:
Translate customer needs into actionable project plans. Support the sales team by driving a robust opportunity pipeline and leveraging existing capabilities for growth.
* Governance & Data Integrity:
Ensure effective gatekeeping processes, master data governance, and alignment with integrated business planning to support strategic decision-making.
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* Qualifications:

*** Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Marketing, or other relevant discipline required.  Master’s degree preferred.
* 5+ years’ experience in a marketing, commercial, or product management role with industrial liquid coatings alignment. Relevant Axalta experience will also apply.
* Cross-functional and cross-industry experience preferred.
* Demonstrated business and financial acumen with ability to both collect and analyze data followed by communicate insights effectively.
* Deep understanding of coatings products. Specialty experience within a segment desired.
* Proven success leading cross-functional projects with influence to achieve tangible results.
* Demonstrated experience leading gate project management processes and incorporating post-launch debriefs as a continuous improvement best practice.
* Excellent analytical skills with ability to work well and influence others.
* Highly motivated and results-driven…