Portfolio and Project Manager Performance Coatings Innovation

Shape the Future with Us.

At Lubrizol were bringing to life the chemistry behind clean water efficient transportation reliable infrastructure critical medicines and the products people rely on every day through science sustainability and a culture of inclusion.

As part of our global team youll be empowered to make a real impacton your career your community and the world around you.

Location:Brecksville OH to start and transitioning to Wickliffe OH in 2028.

As Lubrizol approaches its centennial in 2028 our Wickliffe campus will become the unified home of Lubrizolsglobal headquarters integrating Lubrizols Brecksville site capabilities and employees to the Wickliffe campus.

Job Type:Full-time. Collaborate in person 4 days each week with 1 flexible remote day.

How Youll Make an Impact

As a Portfolio andProject Manager for our Performance Coatings Group you will be at the forefront of our innovation leading high-impact projects from concept through commercialization while advancing sustainable solutions across our this highly visible role youll collaborate with global cross-functional teams to shape strategy define value and navigate risk in a fast-paced matrixed environment. Youll make critical decisions drive alignment and transform complex ideas into commercially successful solutions that deliver measurable business results and long-term growth.

In This Role You Will:

Portfolio Management

• Define and manage the R&D innovation portfolio roadmap aligned with corporate strategy and growth priorities.
• Establish portfolio governance frameworks including prioritization stage-gate processes and investment decision criteria.
• Evaluate select and balance projects based on value risk resources and strategic fit.
• Continuously monitor portfolio performance using KPIs and adjust priorities as needed.

Project Execution & Delivery

• Lead end-to-end project management of innovation initiatives (concept through commercialization).
• Ensure projects adhere to timelines budgets quality standards and scope.
• Apply structured methodologies (Agile Stage-Gate Hybrid) tailored to innovation environments.
• Proactively identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.

Innovation Enablement

• Partner with R&D Product Engineering and Business stakeholders to incubate and accelerate new ideas.
• Support ideation feasibility analysis prototyping and scaling of innovations.
• Foster a culture of experimentation and continuous improvement.

Stakeholder & Cross-Functional Coordination

• Act as the central point of coordination between R&D Marketing Manufacturing Finance and external partners.
• Communicate portfolio health project status and strategic insights to senior leadership through monthly innovation reviews.
• Facilitate decision-making through quarterly portfolio reviews with executives.

Financial & Resource Management

• Manage portfolio budgets investment planning and ROI tracking.
• Optimize resource allocation across projects (people capital technology).
• Develop business cases and track value realization for innovation initiatives.

Process & Governance Excellence

• Establish best practices for project and portfolio management.
• Be a change agent to drive best practices and discipline through influence in a matrixed organization

Required Qualifications that Enable Your Success

• Bachelors degree in Chemistry or a related technical discipline.
• 5 years of experience in project/portfolio management within R&D innovation or product development environments
• 5 years of experience leading or operating within a global matrixed organization collaborating across cross-functional and geographically dispersed teams.
• Strong leadership organizational and communication skills with the ability to deliver clear effective presentations.
• Change management mindset with the ability to bring clarity to ambiguity.
• Financial acumen and portfolio investment management skills
• Proven ability to influence and align stakeholders at all levels without direct authority.
• Knowledge and practical application of project management principles and methodologies.

Preferred Qualifications that Drive You Forward

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is preferred but not required.
• Experience or academic focus in coatings polymers or specialty materials applications.

Your Work Environment

At Lubrizol 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

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

Learn more at Imagined for Life. Enabled by Science. Delivered by 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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