Asset Manager - Polymers

Job Description Stepan is hiring an Asset Manager - Polymers role at our Northbrook, IL location. Responsibilities: Asset Group & Product Lines Profitability and Product Optimization Management: • Responsible for the Profit and Loss of assigned Assets and Product Lines in assigned regions.  • Manage and direct company resources to maximize profit for Stepan.  • Develop Asset Strategies to maximize profitability through operations run strategies, energy management, inventory, and network optimization. Capacity & Demand Analysis and Optimization • Analysis of long-term sales forecasts (> 18Months) to generate a long-term network plan.  • Review of short- and long-term sales opportunities to partner with supply chain in optimizing profitability between 12-18 months as part of the S&OP processes.  • Support supply chain in prioritizing and addressing supply constraints that arise under a 12-month planning horizon. Growth Project Implementation • Development, approval and execution of regional, product line / asset specific plans to support initiatives that drive top line growth (base business, replacement business, new products, M&A).  • Utilization of effective project management skills. Strategic Planning: • Development, approval and execution of regional, product line / asset specific five-year plans, consistent with the Global Corporate Plan, including long-term raw material, product portfolio, asset and capital strategies. Process Optimization / Operational Excellence:  • Identification of process optimization opportunities through OEE analysis, raw material yield and profit maximization, and network design.  • Prioritization and tracking of process optimization and cost reduction projects. External Focus:  • Build mid-level relationships with customers, suppliers and competitors.  • Secure market feedback from direct external engagements and third-party information.  • Integrate knowledge into effective product strategies.   Talent Development: • Helps other employees and team members develop both technical and non-technical skills and provides opportunities that challenge team members to grow. Qualifications • Minimum 5 years of related business experience, 8+ years preferred • Experience working in a matrixed environment and leading cross functional activities. • Self-starter with the ability to identify and proactively resolve business issues.  • Ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization and across departments. • Strong analytical, project management, problem solving skills, metrics-driven and process-oriented.  • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and continuous process improvement mindset. Education • Bachelor’s degree in related field  • Master’s degree preferred Pay Range: $123,000 - $166,000 The salary range for this position is determined by considering a variety of factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, and the location of the position. At Stepan…