Market Development Manager

Founded in 1920, Eastman is a global specialty materials company that produces a broad range of products found in items people use every day. With the purpose of enhancing the quality of life in a material way, Eastman works with customers to deliver innovative products and solutions while maintaining a commitment to safety and sustainability. The company employs approximately 13,000 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries.

About the role

Eastman is seeking a Market Development Manager for our Specialty Plastics division, focusing on the Durables market. This role involves developing and executing strategic marketing initiatives to drive and sustain growth in assigned market segments.

Responsibilities

• Develop Addressable Market Maps and refine existing offers with the Durables Segment Team.
• Determine the best path for initiatives from market strategy work, develop execution plans, and monitor their effectiveness.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to integrate marketing strategies and establish feedback loops with Sales.
• Communicate strategies across the Market Segment Team.
• Lead or support growth projects using the EBME framework (Eastman Business Management Excellence).
• Track metrics to ensure post-launch efforts align with segment strategy and performance.
• Facilitate and provide input on new business opportunities in Leads Management (SFDC).
• Make growth initiative recommendations based on market trends and customer insights.
• Develop Economic Value Estimates (EVE™) with Product and Pricing teams.
• Prepare transition plans and materials, and coach Sales and support functions for new product launches.
• Draw insights from multiple sources to develop situational assessments for growth projects.
• Network and establish expertise in assigned markets.
• Interface with value chain leverage points to identify product and application opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required; MBA or advanced education in strategic marketing required.
• 8+ years of experience in commercial, marketing, or product management roles.
• Strong business and marketing acumen.