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Nexeo Plastics · 1 week ago

Senior Application Development Engineer

Phoenix, AZ

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Nexeo Plastics is a leading global thermoplastic resins distributor, serving a diverse customer base across various industries. They are seeking a Senior Application Development Engineer to develop new business and support existing accounts, providing material, application, and testing expertise to customers while managing projects and collaborating cross-functionally.

ChemicalPlastics and Rubber ManufacturingSustainability

Responsibilities

Strive to understand customer needs by developing relationships with engineers, specifiers, and suppliers

Position materials in industry applications at OEMs and molders

Coordinate efforts to grow sales with OEMs, molders, salespeople, CAMs, suppliers, and Nexeo Plastics Technical support staff

Assist in materials training at customers and with Nexeo Plastics salespeople

Maintain existing and establish new customer relationships with emphasis on key accounts

Translate technology/growth opportunities to counterparts in other territories

Drive specific applications for push products from the existing and new products portfolios

Lead visits to customer sites both independently and in coordination with the sales organization

Educate customers by delivering scientifically based presentations

Gather market competitive intelligence including new technologies, market trends, IP opportunities, etc

Provide strategic input for future product developments

Suggest modifications to existing product portfolio on customer input and market analysis

Perform promotional activities including participation in trade shows and conferences, and assist in the preparation of sales tools

Work effectively and coordinate with counterparts globally

Develop and adhere to project timelines

Effective management of multiple projects, ensuring clear alignment of goals and deliverables with business and market needs

Qualification

Plastics industry experienceProject managementTechnical presentationsBachelor's degree in engineeringInterpersonal communicationMS Office proficiencyTeam playerSelf-starter