Marketing Manager

Locations: Philadelphia, PA

Salary: $140,000–$150,000
Travel: ~25%
Relocation:

Overview

Our client, a leader in the building products category is seeking a  Marketing Manager to lead the Construction and Carpet segments within the Polymers business- relocation assistance is offered. This is a key strategic role focused on aligning regional initiatives with global goals, managing financial performance, leading high-impact contract negotiations, and identifying new growth opportunities across complex, global markets. You’ll work across functions - sales, R&D, supply chain, technical service - and be responsible for shaping market strategy, managing customer relationships, and driving top-line growth in a fast-changing and competitive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute regional marketing strategies aligned with global business objectives.
• Manage financial performance, including revenue and profitability targets.
• Lead major customer relationships and drive high-level contract negotiations.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams (R&D, supply chain, commercial, and technical) to ensure market readiness and alignment.
• Serve as a primary marketing lead on new business exploration, including entry into adjacent markets or applications.
• Work closely with global marketing and regional teams to ensure consistency across customer engagement and contract strategies.
• Provide leadership across a matrixed organization, ensuring accountability and strategic focus.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field (Chemistry, Engineering preferred); Master’s degree (MS/MBA) is a plus.
• 8–10+ years of experience in marketing, sales, or commercial leadership roles, ideally in specialty chemicals or materials.
• Proven success managing complex customer relationships and global accounts.
• Experience working in a matrixed, multinational organization.
• Familiarity with product development, technical service, and application engineering processes.
• Strong contract negotiation skills, including experience with large, long-term agreements.
• Effective communicator and influencer across multiple levels of the business.
• Proficiency with SAP, Salesforce, and Microsoft Office tools.
• Comfortable leading in multicultural, cross-regional environments.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance – effective Day 1
• Paid time off, holidays, and personal days
• Paid parental leave
• Wellbeing fund
• Flexible hybrid work schedule
• 401(k) with company match
• Relocation support (renter and homeowner options)
• Education Assistance Program
• Career development & advancement opportunities
• Community involvement support

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