Business Director for Americas Emulsions

Job description

Overview Celanese Acetyl Chain is seeking a Regional Business Director for the Emulsion Polymers product line. The Emulsions business line is comprised of polyvinyl acetate based homopolymer, vinyl acrylic emulsions and vinyl acetate ethylene (VAE) emulsions. These products are water based emulsion polymers used in variety of markets such as paints & coatings, construction, packaging adhesives, textile, engineered fibers and soil stabilization. The strategic imperative for the Emulsions business is to expand on margins from upstream acetic acid and vinyl acetate monomer businesses as well as reduce earnings volatility. The business director will also be responsible for identifying projects to reduce cost via manufacturing and procurement strategies. Responsibilities: - Define annual operating plan (AOP) in terms of volumes, pricing, margins and costs in collaboration with key stakeholders. - Be accountable for & continuously optimize operating profit for Americas Emulsions business as well as maximize integrated chain margin for the Acetyl Chain. - Partner closely with Sales, Technology, Finance, and Supply Chain to establish objectives consistent with the global business strategy...