Technical Marketing Manager (Central Plains & Southwest Region)

About the role

At Ingevity, you'll contribute to a mission of reducing energy use and air emissions by advancing more sustainable paving solutions. Your role involves developing and executing strategies to expand the use of sustainable paving technologies, building relationships with industry partners, and supporting the transition to greener infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategies to expand the use of sustainable paving technologies
• Build meaningful relationships with agencies, contractors, and industry partners
• Help customers understand and apply the value of Ingevity's solutions in real-world settings
• Identify new market opportunities and contribute to regional growth
• Collaborate across teams to support customer needs, demonstrations, and project execution
• Provide hands-on support during paving projects when needed
• Troubleshoot technical challenges and help partners find effective solutions
• Serve as a trusted resource and connection point between customers and internal teams

Requirements

• You've built experience in asphalt materials, paving operations, civil engineering, or technical sales/marketing within the road construction industry
• You have an understanding of pavement engineering concepts such as mix design (e.g., Superpave, SMA)
• You are familiar with or interested in learning more about warm-mix asphalt technologies like Evotherm
• You are comfortable around asphalt plant operations and paving environments
• You have partnered with Departments of Transportation (DOTs), public works agencies, contractors, or asphalt producers
• You enjoy translating technical concepts into clear, practical value for different audiences
• You naturally build strong, trust-based relationships with engineers, agency stakeholders, and field teams
• You approach challenges with curiosity and enjoy working through paving, mix design, or field performance issues alongside customers and partners
• You are motivated by the opportunity to contribute to more sustainable infrastructure, including solutions like warm-mix asphalt, recycling, and emissions reduction
• You are comfortable balancing multiple projects and priorities across a region, and working in a role that blends technical and commercial responsibilities
• You are open to traveling regularly (approximately 50% or more within your territory) to connect with partners and support projects in the field

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in asphalt materials, paving operations, or technical sales/marketing
• Experience with pavement engineering concepts and warm-mix asphalt technologies
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Skills

• Technical knowledge of asphalt materials and paving operations
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Effective problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Flexible work schedule
• Professional development opportunities
• Health and wellness programs
• Employee recognition and rewards

Pay

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The position requires regular travel within the Central Plains & Southwest Region (Colorado, Kansas, New Mexico & Oklahoma).