Senior Manager, Product Technology
Celanese International Corporation · Pudong, Shanghai, China
Chemical Manufacturing · 10,001+ employees
About the role
The Senior Manager will lead a team of technology experts to develop and execute technology roadmaps for next-generation engineering plastics. They are responsible for new product development, product localization, and cross-functional collaboration with R&D, manufacturing, and sales teams.
What they look for
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master or PhD degree in polymer, chemistry, or chemical engineering with at least 10 years of industry experience. Proven leadership experience of over 3 years in managing high-profile technology teams is required.
Full description
Job Overview 综述
The role of a Global Technology Manager (GTM) involves strategic leadership in driving technological strategy, product development & Localization and market competitiveness. This position bridges technical expertise with business acumen to align material advancements with market demands.
Responsibilities 职责
Lead team 8-10 high profile technology expertise with responsible for:
Technology Strategy: Develop and execute technology roadmaps focused on next-generation engineering plastics (like PA, HTN, PBT, Elastomers, PPS, LCP…)
New Product Development: Lead the design and commercialization of tailored solutions, ensuring alignment with industry needs
Product Localization and productivity
Customer support, Market Intelligence & Competitive Analysis
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate with global teams across R&D, manufacturing, and sales to ensure seamless technology transfer, scale-up, and market entry, while addressing regional regulatory and customer requirements.
Qualifications 要求
Technical Knowledge: Master or PhD degree in polymer, chemistry, chemical engineering, or related areas. 10 Years industry experience in Engineer plastic with Deep understanding of polymer chemistry, processing techniques (e.g., injection molding, extrusion), and material characterization
Leadership and Communication: Proven experience(>3 years management experience) in managing higher profile technology teams, fostering innovation, and translating technical concepts into business value. Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills are critical.
Industry Awareness: Knowledge of key applications (e.g., automotive, electronics) and challenges such as chemical resistance, sustainability, and cost optimization.
