Momentive Performance Materials is hiring a Senior Account Manager - Urethane Additives RMS to manage and expand a designated portfolio across North America. In this role, you will develop deep expertise in our Urethane Additives technology to build strong customer relationships and drive sustainable, profitable growth.
What You'll Do
- Be responsible for strategy and sales growth for the RMS Urethane Additives business in the North America region.
- Deliver on all sales targets, profitable growth, and new customer closes.
- Drive new business development in North America region to deliver or exceed goals.
- Manage and work with North American Urethane Additive RMS direct accounts and authorized distributors for sales activities including trainings, market intel, and customer visits.
- Work with the Marketing and R&D teams to support customers’ technical needs.
- Identify business opportunities, risks, and strategy.
- Manage performance metrics like forecasting, volume, revenue, new target close, and new product introductions (NPI).
- Work closely with customers to understand technical applications and promote the right UA products for both new and existing programs.
- Prepare and present sales reports and account plans as necessary, utilizing Momentive systems such as SAP, Arkieva (Forecast tool), and SFA.
- Build in-depth product, application, and processing knowledge.
- Build relationships with R&D, Procurement, and other relevant functions.
- Develop Business Strategies to drive sustainable growth.
What We're Looking For
- A Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 10+ years of commercial sales experience within a chemical-related industry, including technical service or business development.
- Experience managing strategic and global accounts.
- Proven project management skills with a track record of high‑quality, on‑time delivery.
- Strong presentation skills with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly, including support for New Product Introductions (NPI).
- Strong analytical and lateral-thinking abilities, with the capability to apply insights across markets and segments.
- Demonstrated ability to foster cross-functional teamwork and drive organizational change.
- Effective decision‑making and time‑management skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to navigate a matrix organization.
- Demonstrated proficiency in English, both spoken and written.
- Ability to quickly learn new software systems, including Arkieva.
- Proficiency in MS Office and experience with ERP systems or Salesforce.
- Must be willing and able to travel up to 50% of the time for business purposes.
Nice to Have
- A Bachelors, Masters, or PhD in chemistry, chemical engineering, or a chemistry related field.
- Over 10 years of commercial sales experience in the Polyurethane industry, particularly within a multinational organization.
- In-depth understanding of Urethane Additives market trends, customers, major players, and technologies.
- An energetic, self‑motivated, and collaborative approach as a team contributor.
Technical Stack
- SAP
- Arkieva (Forecast tool)
- SFA
- MS Office
- ERP systems
- Salesforce
Team & Environment
You will operate within a matrix organization, requiring strong collaboration across functions.
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation range: $113,500 - $166,650.
- Health, dental & vision insurance, including critical illness coverage and optional orthodontia coverage.
- Paid parental leave for the birth of a child; adoption and surrogacy reimbursement.
- Short term disability with 100% base salary coverage.
- Company funded counseling (EAP) and assistance finding care for children, parents, or pets.
- 25 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) plus paid holidays. Additional time off with years of service.
- 401k savings plan with 5% employer match plus additional contribution based on years of service.
- Student debt pay-off program.
- Professional development programs and courses.
- Wellness programs and financial education.
Work Mode
This role supports the North America region.
Momentive Performance Materials believes a diverse workforce empowers our people, strengthens our business, and contributes to a sustainable world. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by law.
