Regional Sales Manager - Engineered Polymers
Job Title: Regional Sales Manager – Engineered Polymers Job Location: Brecksville OH / Remote Job type: Full-Time Type of role: Remote About Lubrizol: The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a specialty chemical company whose science delivers sustainable solutions to advance mobility, improve wellbeing and enhance modern life. Founded in 1928, Lubrizol owns and operates more than 100 manufacturing facilities, sales, and technical offices around the world and has about 8,000 employees. For more information, visit www.Lubrizol.com. We value diversity in professional backgrounds and life experiences. By enabling a consistent, unbiased, and transparent recruitment process, Lubrizol seeks to create a positive experience for candidates so we can get to know them at their best. We recognize unique work and life situations and offer flexibility, ensuring our employees feel engaged and fulfilled in every aspect of life. Salary Range: $160,000 – $195,000 Base Compensation. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific rate will be determined by variables such as education, experience, skill set, geographic location, internal equity, and alignment with market data. What You'll Do: The Regional Sales Manager - Engineered Polymers will lead Lubrizol Engineering Polymers’ regional sales and new business development team for Thermoplastic Polyurethanes (TPU) in North America. This role focuses on driving short- and mid-term sales and margin growth, coaching and developing a high-performing team, and fostering strong customer relationships. What We're Looking For: Lead, coach, and develop a team of account managers to achieve and exceed stretch goals. Drive superior customer service and ensure best-in-class fulfillment of customer needs. Set clear performance objectives and promote a culture of accountability and continuous feedback. Build sustainable, collaborative relationships internally and externally. Champion a solutions-based, value-selling approach to maximize growth. Partner with segment managers to identify opportunities and align resources for above-market success. Analyze market trends, customer strategies, and competitive landscape to inform business decisions. Develop and execute channel strategies that manage complexity and deliver strong growth. Utilize and enhance tools (CRM, account plans) and processes (forecasting, pricing, sales funnel) for operational efficiency. Skills That Make a Difference: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related technical field (MBA or advanced degree preferred). Minimum 3+ years of experience leading sales teams, ideally across multiple regions or accounts. Minimum 6+ years of professional sales experience, preferably in engineered polymers, elastomers, or thermoplastics. Proven ability to develop and execute sales growth strategies, manage complex sales funnels, and deliver above-market growth. Demonstrated success in value-based selling and implementing new product or technology programs. Strong technical aptitude with the ability to understand and communicate polymer properties and applications to customers. Proficiency in CRM systems, forecasting tools, and data-driven sales analytics. Ability to thrive in a matrix organization, collaborating with internal partners such as customer service, supply chain, product management, and demand planning. Willingness to travel up to 50%. Documented track record of delivering revenue growth for assigned accounts or sales territories. Perks and Rewards That Inspire: Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans 401K Match plus Age Weighted Defined Contribution Comprehensive medical, dental & vision offerings Health Savings Account Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Parental Leave Flexible work environment Learn more at benefits.lubrizol.com Ready for your next career step? Apply today and let's shape the future together! It’s an exciting time to be part of Lubrizol. Lubrizol is not staying put. We are continually learning and evolving. Our passion delivers our success — not only for Lubrizol but for those who count on us every day: our employees, customers, and communities. As a diverse, global team, we work together to solve some of the world’s most pressing challenges. We impact everyday lives through science only Lubrizol can deliver, and we never stop pushing to do it better. One of the founding principles of The Lubrizol Corporation more than 90 years ago was treating every employee with dignity and respect. That same commitment is only stronger today. More than that, we are committed to providing an environment where every employee can be the best they can be, no matter their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic. #LI-JA1 #LBZUS #LI-Remote