NA Account Manager Engineered Polymers
Kansas City, KS - USA
Job Summary
Shape the Future with Us.
NA Account Manager Engineered Polymers
How Youll Make an Impact
As an Account Manager youll play a critical relationship-focused role responsible for growing supporting and strengthening our North America Estane TPU this role you will act as a trusted advisor to customersdeeply understanding their applications identifying opportunities for value creation and guiding them toward solutions that leverage Lubrizols engineered polymer technologies.
The Account Manager will own a portfolio of strategic accounts expand our presence in key markets and uncover new opportunities by translating customer needs into actionable growth strategies. This role is ideal for a sales professional who is entrepreneurial consultative technically curious and motivated by building longterm customer partnerships that drive measurable business results.
In this role you will excel in:
Account Management & Customer Growth
- Manage and grow an assigned portfolio of accounts by building strong longterm relationships across customer organizations.
- Develop strategic account plans that align customer needs with Lubrizols value proposition technology roadmap and growth priorities.
- Maintain and expand business within existing accounts while actively identifying crosssell and upsell opportunities.
Business Development & Market Expansion
- Identify evaluate and activate new business opportunities that support the Estane TPU growth strategy.
- Develop gotomarket strategies that address emerging market needs and drive new revenue streams.
- Build and manage a robust sales pipeline ensuring consistent opportunity development and progression.
Consultative Selling & Technical Partnership
- Become asubject matter expertin TPU materials applications and industry dynamics.
- Educate customers on technology capabilities market trends and application insights through presentations technical discussions and collaborative sessions.
- Partner closely with R&D marketing and technical service teams to deliver customerfocused solutions.
Market Insight & Strategic Influence
- Maintain deep awareness of competitive activity market shifts and customer program developments.
- Provide insights to internal stakeholders on product needs pricing strategies market conditions and customer expectations.
- Make recommendations on product mix sourcing and commercial strategies; negotiate agreements to closure.
CrossFunctional Collaboration & Customer Support
- Work collaboratively with internal teams to ensure customer programs are supported from concept through commercialization.
- Coordinate with supply chain marketing technical service and other partners to deliver seamless customer experiences.
- Travel to customer sites to strengthen relationships and support key initiatives.
Required Qualifications that Enable Your Success
- Bachelors degree.
- 5 years of sales experience with demonstrated success in account management or business development.
Preferred Qualifications that Drive you Forward
- Experience in technical or engineered material sales specifically in a B2B environment.
- Strong relationshipbuilding skills with a consultative sales approach.
- Proficiency with CRM systems andtools such as Excel and PowerPoint.
Your Work Environment
At Lubrizol when youre not on the road were committed to providing a safe inclusive and empowering environment where you can do your best workwhether in a lab on the production floor or in a hybrid office setting. Depending on your role your work environment may include:
- Standing walking or operating equipment for extended periods
- Working in a lab or manufacturing setting with appropriate PPE provided
- Use of computers and digital tools in an office or hybrid environment
- Occasional lifting or movement of materials
- Adherence to rigorous safety protocols and ergonomic standards
We continuously invest in our facilities and technologies to ensure they support your well-being productivity and growth. If you require reasonable accommodation we are committed to working with you to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience.
Benefits that Empower You
- Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans
- 401(k) match Age-Weighted Defined Contribution
- Comprehensive medical dental & vision coverage
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Paid holidays vacation and parental leave
- Flexible work environment
- Learning and development opportunities
- Career and professional growth
- Inclusive culture and vibrant community engagement
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Salary Range:$126000 $170000.
This range represents a good faith salary estimate for this position. The specific rate will be determined by variables such as education experience skillset geographic location internal equity and alignment with market data and may come with additional bonus incentives.
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Lubrizol: Imagined for Life. Enabled by Science. Delivered by You.
For nearly 100 years The Lubrizol Corporation a Berkshire Hathaway company has been at the forefront of innovation to enhance everyday life advance mobility and make the modern world work better. Our specialty chemistry solutionsfrom engine oils performance coatings and skincare to medical devices and plumbing systems are powered by the expertise passion and commitment of people like you. We tackle the worlds toughest challenges with science-based solutions deeply understanding our customers to deliver innovative chemistry and differentiated value. Our inclusive culture dedication to safety and incredible global talent drive our success. Our solutions meet the evolving needs of the modern worldbrought to life by science and most importantly delivered by you. Whether youre in the lab on the production floor or in the office youll be part of a team around the world that empowers you to think boldly drive results and contribute to solutions that shape a better more sustainable future.
We win because of you. Lets build the future together.
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About Company
As a leader in specialty chemicals, Lubrizol's mission is to be an essential ingredient in our customers' success. We are a market-driven, specialty chemical company with innovative technologies that include lubricant additives for engine oils and driveline fluids, industrial lubrica ... View more