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Houston, Texas, United States of Americatime type:
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REQ-30001If you aspire to challenge yourself, work with the best in the industry and join a successful team where you can make a meaningful contribution, then we invite you to join us at Ketjen Corporation, a provider of advanced catalyst solutions to leading producers in the petrochemical, refining, and specialty chemicals industries. Together, we can create a legacy marked by innovation, excitement, and energy.We are looking for a:**Strategic Marketing Manager****About the Role**As a Strategic Marketing Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the long‑term direction of our CFT business strategy, product portfolio and driving profitable growth across regions and market segments. A critical part of this role is the ability to make well‑founded strategic decisions based on a deep, end‑to‑end understanding of the P&L. You will bring together market intelligence, financial insight, and strategic discipline to steer product strategy, optimize margins, and strengthen customer and partner engagement. This role is central to enabling our business to win sustainably in a rapidly changing global market.**Key Responsibilities****Strategy & Analysis*** Support Long Range Plans (LRP) and Annual Operating Plans (AOP) in close collaboration with senior leadership.* Define pricing approaches and performance targets that support sustainable and profitable business growth* Monitor competitor strategies, regulatory changes, and market trends to inform business decisions.* Lead and share comprehensive market analyses, including customer needs assessments, industry trends, and competitive landscape insights.* Identify and prioritize growth segments and determine the optimal path to market.* Formulate a clear product vision and strategic roadmap aligned with business goals, including long‑term market forecasting.* Ensure strategic decisions are tightly linked to thorough P&L understanding, financial impact assessments, and long‑term value creation.* Leverage and further develop the Nippon Ketjen joint venture to advance technical development, innovation, and financial growth opportunities across the portfolio**Financial Management*** Own margin performance at Product Group / Market Segment / Region level.* Conduct financial analyses, budgeting, and cost‑impact assessments on P&L performance.* Drive product cost‑reduction initiatives and implement robust cost controls.* Track and evaluate ROI for product initiatives; ensure the portfolio meets financial contribution targets.* Define regional inventory needs and collaborate with SIOP to improve forecast accuracy.* Lead continuous improvement projects that increase cash generation or reduce operational/portfolio risk.**Contracts & Partnerships*** Negotiate, review, and optimize partnership agreements, ensuring strong collaboration and mutual value creation.* Act as operational lead for alliances and strategic partnerships.* Champion external and internal partnership building to strengthen commercial positioning and execution.**Communication & Customer Experience*** Deeply understand customer business models, strategies, regulatory environments, and future needs.* Collaborate cross‑functionally (Sales, Technical Excellence, Manufacturing, R&D, Technology, SIOP, Comms) to deliver differentiated, customer‑centric solutions.* Support communication initiatives, including case studies, market messaging, and promotional activities.**Qualifications & Experience*** University degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry* MBA preferred**.*** 8–10+ years’ relevant experience in strategic marketing, product management, business development, or commercial roles.* In depth understanding of hydroprocessing and catalysis is an advantage.* Strong experience working with SAP S/4, with the ability to extract, interpret, and leverage data for strategic decision‑making* Proven ability to build and maintain Power BI dashboards to visualize performance, financial trends, and strategic insights* Exceptional influencing skills with a strong personal drive to challenge assumptions, build alignment, and steer decisions across functions and seniority levels.* Demonstrated ability to interpret and manage P&L drivers, financial models, and profitability levers.* Strong analytical, financial, and strategic planning capabilities.* Demonstrated ability to drive cross‑functional initiatives and influence stakeholders at all levels.* Proven problem solver with strong communication, negotiation, and project management skills.* Japanese language proficiency preferred to support collaboration and alignment with the Nippon Ketjen joint venture.* Opportunity to shape long‑term strategy in a high‑impact, global role.* Work with industry experts across commercial, technical, and operational disciplines.* Contribute to innovation and the energy transition in a dynamic and growing business.* Career development opportunities in a simpler, faster, growth‑oriented organization**Benefits of Joining Ketjen*** Competitive compensation* Comprehensive benefits package* A diverse array of resources to support you professionally and personally.Apply today and help Ketjen unleash the **POTENTIAL** of advanced chemistry for industries that power the world.We are a global provider of advanced catalyst solutions to leading producers in the petrochemical, refining and specialty chemicals industries. Working side-by-side with our customers, we develop value-added, customized solutions that make them more competitive. Discovering and implementing new and better performance-based sustainable solutions is what motivates all of us. We think beyond business-as-usual to drive innovations that create lasting value.Unleash your **POTENTIAL** with Ketjen.At Ketjen, we believe that our people make us successful. It’s really that simple. We embrace diversity of experience, talent and thought. We work hard to create an inclusive work environment that empowers you to openly and honestly communicate, create and innovate. Your decision to join our team will be rewarded with a positive, team-oriented workplace that inspires personal and professional growth. We will make every effort to support your career goals and create opportunities for you to realize your full potential. This is our culture. This is our commitment.**AS PART OF OUR GLOBAL TEAM, YOU’LL EXPERIENCE:*** Competitive compensation and benefits* Hands-on technical experience* Job variety and career flexibility* Collaboration with seasoned employees at every level* A proven record of innovation* Company-wide focus on economic and environmental sustainability* Deep commitment to our communities, education, and social development* Concern and compassion for fellow employees* Among the best safety records in the industryThe bottom-line: no matter where you apply your talent and training, Ketjen will provide the resources and support you need to succeed. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Hybridlocations:
Amsterdam, Netherlands:
Houston, Texas, United States of Americatime type:
Full timeposted on:
Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id:
REQ-30001If you aspire to challenge yourself, work with the best in the industry and join a successful team where you can make a meaningful contribution, then we invite you to join us at Ketjen Corporation, a provider of advanced catalyst solutions to leading producers in the petrochemical, refining, and specialty chemicals industries. Together, we can create a legacy marked by innovation, excitement, and energy.We are looking for a:**Strategic Marketing Manager****About the Role**As a Strategic Marketing Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the long‑term direction of our CFT business strategy, product portfolio and driving profitable growth across regions and market segments. A critical part of this role is the ability to make well‑founded strategic decisions based on a deep, end‑to‑end understanding of the P&L. You will bring together market intelligence, financial insight, and strategic discipline to steer product strategy, optimize margins, and strengthen customer and partner engagement. This role is central to enabling our business to win sustainably in a rapidly changing global market.**Key Responsibilities****Strategy & Analysis*** Support Long Range Plans (LRP) and Annual Operating Plans (AOP) in close collaboration with senior leadership.* Define pricing approaches and performance targets that support sustainable and profitable business growth* Monitor competitor strategies, regulatory changes, and market trends to inform business decisions.* Lead and share comprehensive market analyses, including customer needs assessments, industry trends, and competitive landscape insights.* Identify and prioritize growth segments and determine the optimal path to market.* Formulate a clear product vision and strategic roadmap aligned with business goals, including long‑term market forecasting.* Ensure strategic decisions are tightly linked to thorough P&L understanding, financial impact assessments, and long‑term value creation.* Leverage and further develop the Nippon Ketjen joint venture to advance technical development, innovation, and financial growth opportunities across the portfolio**Financial Management*** Own margin performance at Product Group / Market Segment / Region level.* Conduct financial analyses, budgeting, and cost‑impact assessments on P&L performance.* Drive product cost‑reduction initiatives and implement robust cost controls.* Track and evaluate ROI for product initiatives; ensure the portfolio meets financial contribution targets.* Define regional inventory needs and collaborate with SIOP to improve forecast accuracy.* Lead continuous improvement projects that increase cash generation or reduce operational/portfolio risk.**Contracts & Partnerships*** Negotiate, review, and optimize partnership agreements, ensuring strong collaboration and mutual value creation.* Act as operational lead for alliances and strategic partnerships.* Champion external and internal partnership building to strengthen commercial positioning and execution.**Communication & Customer Experience*** Deeply understand customer business models, strategies, regulatory environments, and future needs.* Collaborate cross‑functionally (Sales, Technical Excellence, Manufacturing, R&D, Technology, SIOP, Comms) to deliver differentiated, customer‑centric solutions.* Support communication initiatives, including case studies, market messaging, and promotional activities.**Qualifications & Experience*** University degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry* MBA preferred**.*** 8–10+ years’ relevant experience in strategic marketing, product management, business development, or commercial roles.* In depth understanding of hydroprocessing and catalysis is an advantage.* Strong experience working with SAP S/4, with the ability to extract, interpret, and leverage data for strategic decision‑making* Proven ability to build and maintain Power BI dashboards to visualize performance, financial trends, and strategic insights* Exceptional influencing skills with a strong personal drive to challenge assumptions, build alignment, and steer decisions across functions and seniority levels.* Demonstrated ability to interpret and manage P&L drivers, financial models, and profitability levers.* Strong analytical, financial, and strategic planning capabilities.* Demonstrated ability to drive cross‑functional initiatives and influence stakeholders at all levels.* Proven problem solver with strong communication, negotiation, and project management skills.* Japanese language proficiency preferred to support collaboration and alignment with the Nippon Ketjen joint venture.* Opportunity to shape long‑term strategy in a high‑impact, global role.* Work with industry experts across commercial, technical, and operational disciplines.* Contribute to innovation and the energy transition in a dynamic and growing business.* Career development opportunities in a simpler, faster, growth‑oriented organization**Benefits of Joining Ketjen*** Competitive compensation* Comprehensive benefits package* A diverse array of resources to support you professionally and personally.Apply today and help Ketjen unleash the **POTENTIAL** of advanced chemistry for industries that power the world.We are a global provider of advanced catalyst solutions to leading producers in the petrochemical, refining and specialty chemicals industries. Working side-by-side with our customers, we develop value-added, customized solutions that make them more competitive. Discovering and implementing new and better performance-based sustainable solutions is what motivates all of us. We think beyond business-as-usual to drive innovations that create lasting value.Unleash your **POTENTIAL** with Ketjen.At Ketjen, we believe that our people make us successful. It’s really that simple. We embrace diversity of experience, talent and thought. We work hard to create an inclusive work environment that empowers you to openly and honestly communicate, create and innovate. Your decision to join our team will be rewarded with a positive, team-oriented workplace that inspires personal and professional growth. We will make every effort to support your career goals and create opportunities for you to realize your full potential. This is our culture. This is our commitment.**AS PART OF OUR GLOBAL TEAM, YOU’LL EXPERIENCE:*** Competitive compensation and benefits* Hands-on technical experience* Job variety and career flexibility* Collaboration with seasoned employees at every level* A proven record of innovation* Company-wide focus on economic and environmental sustainability* Deep commitment to our communities, education, and social development* Concern and compassion for fellow employees* Among the best safety records in the industryThe bottom-line: no matter where you apply your talent and training, Ketjen will provide the resources and support you need to succeed. #J-18808-Ljbffr