Global Optimization and Product Management Director – Reinforcement Materials

Cabot Corporation is a leading global specialty chemicals and performance materials company headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. They are seeking a Global Optimization and Product Management Director to lead product management and supply optimization efforts, influencing global strategy and optimizing a complex international network.

Responsibilities:

• Own and optimize the global P&L through leadership of the Product Management function
• Drive tight collaboration with Regional Business Directors to achieve monthly variable margin targets and reduce supply and operating costs
• Lead global price optimization, incorporating regional perspectives and tracking progress against financial goals
• Provide global leadership in supply–demand management, portfolio strategy, and feedstock-aligned network design
• Ensure optimal balancing of the global production network to maximize enterprise value and enhance cross-regional alignment
• Partner closely with Manufacturing and Feedstock teams to ensure the lowest cost to serve
• Lead the global S&OP process, driving improved earnings, NWC performance, and structural competitiveness
• Direct the development of the long-range plan (LRP) and annual budget, balancing near-term profitability, asset capabilities, and long-term priorities
• Drive worldwide optimization initiatives, ensuring the portfolio is prioritized effectively and cross-functional trade-offs are resolved
• Own the business cases for optimization-focused Capex projects and establish project prioritization across the portfolio
• Lead, coach, and develop the Global Product Management team, fostering analytical rigor, accountability, and strong cross-functional collaboration
• Ensure strong facilitation of S&OP, product portfolio management, asset optimization, and raw-material decision making

Requirements:

• Proven ability to collaborate effectively across functions, regions, and organizational levels
• Strong business acumen with deep understanding of commercial and operational value drivers
• Expertise in financial principles, product costing, and manufacturing environments
• Ability to work across organizational boundaries with a 'One Cabot' mindset to achieve the best results for the company as a whole
• Skilled as a change agent, able to constructively ask questions, generate provocative ideas, and galvanize support for new paths
• Advanced analytical management skills—able to frame problems, structure insights, and drive clear, actionable recommendations
• High proficiency with analytical and ERP tools (JDE or similar, Essbase, OBI, Power BI, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Leadership style that motivates teams, drives results, and builds strong cross‑functional relationships
• Excellent communication and storytelling skills; able to turn complex analysis into clear insights that guide decisions
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects and prioritize effectively while maintaining a strong attention to detail
• Action‑oriented mindset with strong influencing skills
• Bachelor's degree in business, Technical, or Scientific field required; MBA or advanced degree preferred
• Minimum 10+ years of progressive experience in commercial, product management, finance, and/or manufacturing roles, 5+ years of leadership experience managing a team
• Experience in global business environments
• Demonstrated experience leading teams and managing multifunctional initiatives with increasing scope and responsibility
• MBA or advanced degree preferred