Account Manager Polyurethanes / Insulation / Rigid Foam
Huntsman Corporation 

Huntsman International LLC is a global manufacturer and marketer of differentiated chemicals. Its operating companies manufacture products for a variety of global industries, including chemicals, plastics, automotive, aviation, textiles, footwear, paints and coatings, construction, technology, agriculture, health care, detergent, personal care, furniture, appliances and packaging.

Originally known for pioneering innovations in packaging, and later known for rapid & integrated growth in petrochemicals, Huntsman now has 13,000 employees operating from multiple locations worldwide. The Company had 2006 revenues of over $13 billion.

Huntsman currently has an opening for an Account Manager that can be located at either of our facilities located in The Woodlands, Texas or Auburn Hills, Michigan.

Key Responsibilities

The Account Manager will develop and execute objectives, strategies and tactics to achieve forecasted revenue sales of Huntsman Polyurethanes products at specific Rigid Foam, Insulation and System House accounts. Incumbent will have a thorough understanding of the "buying process" at assigned accounts with the goal of maintaining and developing new business opportunities for Huntsman Polyurethanes

Detailed Responsibilities

Develop written annual account strategies to maintain existing business and obtain maximum new business at assigned accounts.Execute approved account strategy and provide leadership/management role for successful implementation at assigned accounts. Account management will include assisting customers with pursuing new opportunities within assigned markets and providing adequate training on HPU products.Develop a thorough understanding of the "buying process", an understanding of how the account works and how "things get done" at assigned accounts. Ensure all contracts are in keeping with strategic plan and endorsed by legal. Credit management duties included.Deliver competitive intelligence and analysisDevelop the life cycle plan for existing and new products

Educational Requirements & Work Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in a technical discipline with 5 to 10 years combined technical & commercial experience in the chemical industry.Working knowledge of the Rigid Foam and Insulation markets is desired.

Special Requirements & Qualifications

Demonstrated negotiation skillsDemonstrated ability to understand and communicate technical information to customersAbility to work with high levels of complexity and ambiguityAbility to travel up to 50%Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

The successful candidate will be eligible to participate in a comprehensive package of benefits, including: a salary commensurate with skills and experience, variable pay program, health and dental plans, life insurance and pension plans.

The successful candidate will be eligible to participate in a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances, 401(k) match, tuition reimbursement, variable pay program, and an employee assistance program. 

Huntsman is proud to be an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer