Product Development Analyst jobs in West Chester, PA

AGC Chemicals Americas (AGCCA) is a global subsidiary of AGC Inc., a multinational corporation and one of the world’s largest manufacturers of glass, electronic displays, and chemical products. Headquartered in Exton, Pennsylvania, including a state-of-the-art technology center, AGC Chemicals Americas maintains manufacturing operations in nearby Thorndale, Pennsylvania, a satellite sales office in Sao Paulo, Brazil and warehouses located throughout North America.

AGCCA provides you with the opportunity to collaborate with great people. As part of a global company, you will gain important international perspective and will be part of a network of thousands of colleagues worldwide while enjoying the small-company environment where you can see the impact of the company's success.

The Product Analyst is responsible for the product management for the Fluoropolymer resins and Compounds business and supports budgeted financial performance. This position works to emphasize the profitably of managing the business, developing competitive advantage, and instilling continuous improvement throughout our global organization.

• Assists in the development and execution of the written business plans outlining the strategies for profitably growing the Fluoropolymer resin and Compounds business.
• Acts as key team member for business tactics/projects aligned with the business strategy.
• Provides sales and pricing projections for use in the development of annual budget.
• Coordinates efforts to streamline customer information across multiple departments using SharePoint Online and Dynamics AX.
• Sets product pricing, approving Customer Pricing Requests, and approving returns and credits within DOA limits.
• Participates in strategic growth teams which prioritizes and executes growth activities.
• Provides leadership/support to the Americas/Global Sales, Supply Chain, and Technical Teams to accelerate new sales/market development efforts and product developments.
• Submits rolling 6-month sales forecasts to Production Planning Team and works closely with the Supply Chain Team to assure effective cost management of raw material and finished goods inventories within budgeted targets and participate in stock levels for key products.
• Complete quarterly reviews on global exports including competitors, suppliers.
• Works with Quality Assurance Manager to assure customer complaints get resolved quickly and effectively.
• Ensures product literature and marketing tools for Fluoropolymer business are effective and up-to-date.
• Provides Product line analysis to Sr. Product Manager to better understand costs and drivers.
• Maintains consistency between CRM forecast and Dynamics AX product inventory set-up.
• Participates on schedule and operations planning meeting for Compounds.
• Assists in setting priorities for technical service projects and participating in product development process meetings.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline or business/marketing discipline. Having a master’s degree is a desirable.
• Three to Five years’ experience in fluoropolymer or related industry preferred. Sales and/or technical experience is a plus.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Demonstrated computer skills with proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Products.
• Limited international & domestic travel is required