Technical Marketing and Business Development Manager Paints, Inks and Coatings
Ann Arbor, MI - USA
Job Summary
Shape the Future with Us. At Lubrizol were transforming the specialty chemicals market 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.
Travel: 50% travel - mainly domestic
Job Type: Full-time / Remote
Shift Hours: 1st Shift
How Youll Make an Impact
As a Technical Marketing and Business Development Manager youll be at the forefront of our innovation driving specialty chemical solutions forward. Youll collaborate with a diverse group of passionate individuals to deliver sustainable solutions to advance mobility improve wellbeing and enhance modern life.
In close collaboration with Account Managers you will play a key role in converting technical projects and approvals into commercial success. Your responsibilities will include presenting our value proposition ensuring proper product use in the field and bridging the gap between technical validation and business growth. Additionally you will capture market needs directly from customers contribute to product development initiatives and maintain a robust project pipeline across key accounts.
In this role you will:
- Collaborate closely with Account Managers to convert technical approvals and project wins into commercial sales aligned with North America business priorities.
- Deliver professional and timely technical support to customers across paper textiles paints inks and coatings markets ensuring project needs and inquiries are fully addressed.
- Support successful implementation of new product launches and entry into new market segments.
- Act as the technical liaison between Lubrizols applications laboratory and customer technical teams ensuring clear communication and effective problem-solving.
- Contribute to the development of technical selling tools that reinforce our value proposition and enable effective market engagement.
- Play a proactive role in generating and shaping new product ideas based on customer feedback and market trends.
- Provide deep insight into customer applications testing methodologies and equipment helping inform product positioning and development.
- Travel approximately 50% for customer visits technical support and participation in internal and external meetings.
Required Qualifications that Enable Your Success
- Bachelors degree in Chemistry Chemical Engineering or related field.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in technical marketing business development or customer-facing technical roles within paints coatings inks or related industries.
- Required: Direct technical experience and customer interaction in the paints inks and coatings market (non negotiable).
- Strong technical knowledge of chemistry and formulations for paints inks paper or textiles.
- Experience with resin portfolio (e.g. waterbased acrylics polyurethanes).
- Ability to travel across North America (approximately 50%).
- Excellent communication and presentation skills with proven ability to influence technical and commercial stakeholders.
- Results-driven mindset with strong customer focus and ability to convert technical projects into commercial success.
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
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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Lubrizol: 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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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