Product & Segment Strategy Regional Manager, Marine Heavy-Duty Coatings

PPG is a company that protects and beautifies the world through innovation and sustainability. They are seeking a Regional Marine Heavy-Duty Coatings & Segment Strategy Product Manager to manage the product portfolio within the marine coatings segment, drive growth through market analysis, and coordinate with cross-functional teams for successful product commercialization.

Responsibilities:

• Own the regional product portfolio for marine heavy-duty coatings, overseeing product lifecycle from development to launch and post-launch activities
• Develop and execute product plans that meet regional market needs, customer requirements, and business goals
• Collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, sales, and supply chain teams to ensure product availability, quality, and competitive positioning
• Monitor product performance, market trends, and competitor activities to identify opportunities and risks
• Provide technical support and training to sales and commercial teams to enhance product knowledge and customer engagement
• Manage promotional activities, and product documentation in alignment with regional and global guidelines
• Develop and implement the regional marine segment strategy, aligning with the global business platform and segment objectives

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, Business, or a related field; advanced degree preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in product management, preferably within coating, marine, or heavy-duty industrial sectors
• Strong understanding of marine coatings technologies, applications, and market dynamics
• Proven experience in developing and executing product and segment strategies
• Willingness to travel within the region as required
• U.S. Citizens, Green Card holders, and political asylees or refugees are eligible to apply