Global Product Manager – Polypropylene (PP) Compounds

Global Product Manager – Polypropylene (PP) CompoundsBased anywhere within the European Union| Remote Working | Extensive TravelOn behalf of our client, a leading international supplier of polymer raw materials and performance plastics, we are seeking a Regional Product Manager – Polypropylene (PP) Compounds to drive the growth and development of a strategically important PP compounds portfolio across Europe.This is a high-impact commercial leadership role with full responsibility for a defined range of polypropylene compounds, supporting key industries including automotive, appliances, consumer goods, packaging, construction, and industrial applications.The successful candidate will combine strong technical and commercial expertise in polypropylene compounds with a proven ability to develop markets, manage supplier relationships, and deliver sustainable profitable growth across multiple European territories.Key ResponsibilitiesAs the commercial owner of the Polypropylene (PP) Compounds portfolio, you will be responsible for:Developing and executing the European growth strategy for polypropylene compoundsDriving revenue growth, profitability, pricing strategy, and demand forecastingManaging strategic relationships with PP compound manufacturers and key supply partnersIdentifying and developing new business opportunities across targeted industries and market segmentsSupporting customers with material selection and application-focused solutionsLeading key account development with OEMs, converters, moulders, and Tier suppliersMonitoring market trends, competitive activity, and emerging opportunities within the polypropylene compounds sectorCollaborating closely with regional sales teams to expand market share and strengthen customer relationshipsTranslating market intelligence into actionable portfolio, supplier, and commercial strategiesThe Ideal CandidateMinimum 5 years of experience within polypropylene compounds, engineering plastics, thermoplastics, polymer raw materials, or related marketsStrong understanding of PP compound technologies, including mineral-filled, talc-filled, glass fibre reinforced, impact-modified, recycled-content, and specialty polypropylene gradesProven track record in product management, business development, technical sales, or commercial managementExperience working with compounders, polymer producers, converters, moulders, OEMs, or Tier suppliersStrong commercial mindset with demonstrated success in delivering growth and profitabilityTechnical qualification in Polymer Science, Materials Engineering, Chemistry, or a related discipline preferredExperience managing international supplier relationships and commercial negotiationsFluent English; additional European languages are advantageousWillingness to travel extensively across EuropeContactJenny Böhnlein jenny@astrantiatalent.com +49 176 31196980Originally posted on Himalayas