We are seeking a Technical Product Manager, Materials Science to drive the growth and development of our Materials Science product portfolio. This role is pivotal in managing our existing catalogue, identifying and launching new product lines, and supporting technical marketing efforts. The ideal candidate will have a strong scientific background, business acumen, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Key Responsibilities:
- Product & Portfolio Management: Oversee the materials sciences catalogue, ensuring product availability, quality, and relevance to market needs.
- New Product Research & Development: Conduct market research to identify opportunities for new product lines, collaborating with R&D and manufacturing to bring them to market.
- Technical Marketing & Sales Support: Develop technical marketing materials, support the sales team, and engage with customers to provide product expertise.
- Technical Service: Respond to technical inquiries, providing expert-level customer support and troubleshooting.
- Pricing & Data Analysis: Analyze market trends, production costs, and customer demand to set competitive product pricing.
- Bulk Quoting & Sales Support: Provide bulk pricing and quotations, working closely with customers and internal teams to ensure seamless transactions.
- Lead Identification: Recognize when opportunities should be directed to other business units.
- Trade Show Representation: Attend industry trade shows and conferences to showcase our offerings, build customer relationships, and stay ahead of market trends.
- Operational Coordination: Collaborate with manufacturing, supply chain, and quality teams to resolve product, production, and fulfillment challenges.
- Quality & Regulatory Compliance: Stay up to date on regulatory requirements affecting chemical products (i.e., REAC, TSCA, FDA, ISO). Adhere to quality standards to ensure consistent batch quality, compliant marketing and products claims, completion of NC and CAPA’s, coordinate SDS updates, and product specifications for website, labeling, and grouping are consistent.
- System & Tool Proficiency: Utilize Salesforce, ERP systems, Excel (advanced functions), and PowerPoint to manage data, generate reports, and present findings.
- Cross-Functional Teamwork: Work closely with internal departments, ensuring smooth communication and efficient issue resolution.
- Project Management: Oversees the product development lifecycle, ensuring projects stay on track and within budget.
- Communication and Alignment: Acts as a bridge between technical and non-technical teams, ensuring everyone is aligned and working towards the same goals.
- Strategic Planning: Develop and execute product roadmaps aligned with company goals.
Qualifications:
- PhD in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
- Expertise in pricing strategy, competitive analysis, and data-driven decision-making.
- Understanding of chemical regulations and ISO standards.
- Strong intellectual curiosity and ability to bridge technical knowledge with business strategy.
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize.
- Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to issue resolution.
- Excellent data analysis skills, including pricing strategy and competitive analysis.
- Proficiency in Salesforce, ERP systems, Excel (advanced), and PowerPoint.
- No direct reports, but must be comfortable leading cross-functional initiatives.
- Ability to travel for trade shows and customer visits.
- Onsite role – candidates must be willing to work at our Warrington, PA location.
This role offers a unique opportunity to combine scientific expertise with business strategy in a dynamic environment. You will play a key role in shaping our Materials Science product portfolio. If you're looking for a position where your technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and market insights can truly make a difference, we invite you to join our team.
What We Offer
Culture
Great people
Peer to Peer Recognition
Broader, hands-on work experience
Clean and Modern Equipment & Labs
Fun company events
Competitive Wages & Generous Year-end Bonus
Comprehensive Benefits
3 PPO Medical Plans with Telemedicine, Rx, & Vision
2 Dental Plans
Healthcare, Dependent care, & Commuter Flexible Spending Accounts
401(k) with company match
Financial Health & Wellness w/1:1 Coaching & Rewards
Basic & Supplemental Life Insurance
Accident, Hospital Indemnity, & Critical Illness
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Short & Long-term Disability
9 Paid Holidays
Must have legal authorization to work in the US and will not require sponsorship.
Polysciences is an equal opportunity employer. Drug-free workplace. Tobacco-free work site.
Polysciences does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.
Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to all persons. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application process and/or interview process should notify a representative of the Human Resources Department.
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