Vesuvius North America · 3 months ago
Marketing and Technology Manager Foundry and IP North America
Vesuvius North America is seeking a Marketing & Technology Manager for the Foundry and IP sector, responsible for driving product innovation and sector marketing strategies. The role involves collaborating across various teams to align market needs with product development and ensuring commercial execution.
Consumer Goods
Responsibilities
Develop and implement marketing strategies that strengthen Vesuvius’ brand presence and market share in the foundry and IP industries
Conduct market research to identify trends, competitor activity, and customer needs to guide product positioning and commercialization
Partner with Sales leadership to align marketing campaigns with growth initiatives and business development plans
Lead the identification, implementation, and development of new technologies, products, and services for the foundry, copper, and cement sectors
Support product trials, evaluations, and implementation at customer sites, ensuring solutions deliver measurable value
Work closely with Sales to provide technical expertise and marketing support during customer engagements
Partner with Operations to align production capabilities with product innovation and customer requirements
Coordinate with Customer Service and data management teams to ensure seamless support for new product rollouts and sector initiatives
Contribute to cross-sector knowledge sharing to leverage best practices across the organization
Act as a subject-matter expert for foundry solutions, providing technical presentations, training, and demonstrations
Collaborate directly with key customers to optimize product performance and uncover opportunities for improvement
Deliver sector insights and performance updates to internal and external stakeholders
Support pricing strategies and profitability analysis for aluminum sector products
Track and report on product portfolio performance, market penetration, and return on innovation
Contribute to sector forecasting and budget planning alongside Sales and Finance teams
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Engineering, Marketing, or related field; advanced degree preferred
5+ years of experience in product management, marketing, or technical support within the metals, aluminum, or industrial manufacturing industries
Proven track record of launching and commercializing new products or technologies
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable strategies
Demonstrated ability to collaborate across Sales, Operations, R&D, and Customer Service
Excellent communication, presentation, and customer-facing skills