Product Management Specialist

Make a +Difference at Kraton!

At Kraton, we make a Positive Difference, and we are looking for individuals who are also looking to make a difference in their jobs, for our customers and to the world. We are looking to hire a key member of our Commercial team at our Jacksonville, Florida location or at our Almere, The Netherlands location.

The purpose of the Senior Commercial Analyst is to develop, standardize, and execute Commercial reporting standards and

Key Responsibilities

Data Management

In coordination with global key stakeholders in finance and commercial, develop a common set of standards and definitions for commercial financial performance measures.Design and administer the commercial requirements for data management processes across two global ERP systems to ensure better control and coordination of customer and material master data across both company divisions.Conduct periodic audits of master data to maintain alignment to company strategy and execution.

Commercial Analytics

Serve as the global chemical division's primary commercial contact for reporting and performance tracking needs supporting 100 users across three regions.Create standard and ad-hoc commercial reports to track leading and lagging indicators of commercial performance.Analyze customer and segment level profitability trends to identify key drivers of business performance changes.Develop and automate common reporting formats and distribution channels to create consistency and scalability.Work towards creating an integrated, tool-based commercial reporting solution to maximize financial performance and decision making.

Pricing Analytics

Build on existing pricing analytics to support organizational decision making and improve financial forecast accuracy.Maintain and enhance pricing models to support margin growth using inputs from sales, marketing, and raw materials.Support the sales organization with deal-level modeling and profit optimization analysis

Required

Required Skills

5-10 years’ experienceStrong data mining and data manipulation skillsExcellent analysis skills including trend identification, regression, and variance analysisCapability for and interest in pricing analyticsSuperior knowledge of Microsoft Excel and data manipulationExperience working with SAP reporting tools such as BOE, WEBI, Analysis for ExcelWorking knowledge of CRM tools and associated leading indicatorsSelf-motivated with strong drive for resultsStrong service mentalityAbility to influence othersExperience interfacing with all levels of the organizationExcellent problem solving skillsAbility to multi-task and work in a challenging fast paced environment

Preferred

Commercial pricing experience in the Chemical IndustryExperience coordinating IT reporting initiatives

Education, Certifications & Licenses

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Marketing, or General BusinessMBA preferred

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Kraton is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.