Market Manager

Working at Freudenberg: "We will wow your world!" This is our promise. As a global technology group, we not only make the world cleaner, healthier and more comfortable, but also offer our 52,000 employees a networked and diverse environment where everyone can thrive individually. Be surprised and experience your own wow moments. Freudenberg Performance Materials is part of the Freudenberg Group and a leading global supplier of innovative technical textiles for a broad range of markets: From apparel, automotive, building materials, civil engineering, energy, filter media, healthcare and to building interiors and more. Join our team and shape the future of innovation with us! Discover our world at www.freudenberg-pm.com. Some of your Benefits 401K Match: Save for retirement with the company's help. International Opportunities: Grow in your career through international exchange and global job opportunities. Car Allowance: You receive a monthly allowance to buy or lease and maintain a personal vehicle. Performance Related Bonus: When you have an impact, you can reap the rewards. Vacation: We offer time off to refresh and recharge. Durham, NC United States of America - Remote Remote Freudenberg Performance Materials LP (USA) You support our team as Market Manager Responsibilities Drive profitable growth by developing new business opportunities and expanding relationships with existing customers across target markets.Identify market trends, customer needs, and emerging opportunities to create differentiated value propositions and strategic growth initiatives.Build strong partnerships with customers and prospects, positioning Freudenberg as a trusted provider of innovative solutions.Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, marketing, product development, operations, and other Freudenberg businesses to execute growth strategies.Lead business development and demand generation activities, including customer visits, trade shows, presentations, and industry engagement.Manage pipeline performance, forecasting, and budgeting while ensuring compliance with HSE&S requirements and company policies. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.3-5 years of sales, business development, and account management experienceProven ability to drive profitable business growth by identifying, developing, and securing new B2B opportunitiesStrong sales, negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills with the ability to work effectively across diverse cultures.Proficient in Microsoft Office and other business technologies, with strong business acumen, organizational skills, and the ability to perform in a fast-paced environment.Willingness to travel up to 50% to support customer engagement and business growth. The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.