Description
Celanese Corporation is a leading global integrated producer of chemicals and advanced materials used in consumer products and industrial applications. Our products are essential building blocks in the conveniences and components that make up modern life --- everything from cell phones to food ingredients, to medical products, packaging, and vehicle parts. Our operations are primarily located in North America, Europe and Asia.
Our leadership and growth is driven by a base of world-class scientists, engineers, operators and professionals who are recognized for operational excellence and execution on business strategies. The people of Celanese are spread across the globe, representing diverse backgrounds, languages and personal beliefs. In our corporate culture, however, we are bound together by our commitment to clearly defined values and principles.
We combine a demonstrated track record of execution, strong performance built on shared principles and objectives, and a clear focus on growth and value creation. Net sales totaled $6.4 billion in 2007, with approximately 70% generated outside of North America. Known for operational excellence and execution of its business strategies, Celanese delivers value to customers around the globe with innovations and best-in-class technologies.
Celanese is based in Dallas, Texas, and employs approximately 8,400 worldwide.
Position Description:
Implement Automotive Entitilement strategy and translate into sales by working with customers and Sales Force
Execute on previous Market Assessment and define tactics and targets (markets, customers, applications) in alignment with Marketing and BL leadership
Identify and translate unmet customer needs into new product initiatives for R&D
Coordinate and exchange with EU, South America and Asia organizations
Requirements
Deep knowledge in engineering resin related applications, markets and customers in the area of POM or nylon parts, such as wiper systems, door systems and safety systems
Technical / scientific education, preferably in mechanical engineering or polymer/plastic engineering
Expert in injection molding processing and other polymer processing technologies
Customer Focus – Gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.
Strategic Thinking – Can anticipate future consequences and trends accurately; has broad knowledge and perspective; can create competitive and breakthrough strategies and plans.
Business Understanding/Acumen – Knowledgeable in current and possible future policies, practices, trends, technology, and information affecting his/her business and organization; knows the competition.
Results Orientation – Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; is constantly and consistently one of the top performers; very bottom-line oriented; steadfastly pushes self and others for results.
Communication – Is able to communicate clearly and succinctly in a variety of settings and styles; can get messages across that have the desired effect.
Desirable Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Significant knowledge of automotive POM or nylon components and applications
Significant knowledge of leading automotive industry technologies
Relevant auto industry experience
Exposure or prior experience working for/with Tier 1/Tier 2 automotive supply base
