Marketing Specialist at Dow in Shanghai

Job description

At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet. Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We’re a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place. Marketing Specialist – Packaging & Specialty Plastics Job Location: Shanghai, China We are looking for a Marketing Specialist with strategic marketing skills and insights into flexible packaging (rigids an added advantage) market. In this role you will have the responsibility for both, strategic and tactical marketing, with a strong focus on growth and innovation in our Flexible & Rigids Packaging in China . The collaboration and coordination across functions, cross regions including sales, TS&D, R&D, communication, and product management as well as with your peers, key customers, distributors, and relevant teams will be critical for success. Core Responsibilities Responsible for development and implementation of China Marketing Plans (3-5 years) and 4P market plan, by translating the higher level’s global segment strategy, and define breakthrough in innovation, sustainability narrative and digital commerce approach with primary intent to generate leads & convert them to commercial success. Drive market plan implementation and achieve growth target by working closely with cross functional Market Management Team for respective segment, drive growth and efficiency through collaboration and prioritization. Leverage marketing excellence to provide market insight, identify new opportunities for growth short-term and long term by collaboration across the value chain. Including the competitive analysis, share gain initiatives, market segmentation & assessment. Provide input and prioritize regional marcom initiatives so as to conduct successful customer events/engagements sessions. Your Qualifications Minimum bachelor’s degree in chemical, materials, Engineering or Marketing related majors. MBA is strongly recommended. Your Skills Solid marketing and commercial experience in performance chemical/plastic industry for at least 5 years+, good knowledge of flexible packaging market or proven skillset of fast learner. Having experience in specialty polymers an added advantage. Customer and market orientation with strong bias towards value-add sales and value chain engagement. Virtual leader with strong influencing power and strong team player and builder across functions and geographies Strategic thinker, problem solver, result and action oriented, self-motivated Financial Acumen and innovation Savvy Fluency in verbal and written English. Benefits – What Dow offers you We invest in you. Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career. You bring your background, talent, and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing. Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee: Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives. Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it. Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals. Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location). Student Debt Re