Asset Manager - Polymers

About the role

Stepan is hiring an Asset Manager - Polymers 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 (> 18 months) 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.

Requirements

• 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.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Master’s degree preferred.

Pay

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.

Benefits

• Discretionary Bonus
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401K with Match
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (STD / LTD)
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Adoption Assistance
• Reactions – Recognition Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)