Axalta · 2 days ago
Global Product Manager, Commercial Vehicle & Automotive Plastic Coatings (CV/APC)
Detroit, MI
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expAxalta is a leader in the coatings industry, focusing on innovative solutions for various markets. The Global Product Manager for Commercial Vehicle & Automotive Plastic Coatings is responsible for leading the product strategy and lifecycle performance, ensuring competitive and profitable solutions in the CV and APC markets globally.
IndustrialIndustrial ManufacturingManufacturingSustainability
Responsibilities
Own the global roadmap for CV/APC coatings platforms (basecoat, clearcoat, primer, etc.)
Align resin systems and performance specs with customer needs and market trends
Identify and prioritize opportunities for growth, cost reduction, or complexity optimization
Partner with the Director, Product Management to shape New Product Platform (NPP) business cases for CV/APC
Serve as the commercial lead in the early stages of the innovation process, ensuring strong VOC, strategic fit, and value potential
Support resin and formulation development with clear technical and economic targets
Monitor product performance, profitability, and NPP valuation by platform and region
Drive resin platform transitions and simplification strategies in collaboration with tech and ops
Influence Existing Product Modification (EPM) project boundaries to ensure regional modifications align with global standards
Act as the global voice of CV/APC platform strategy with regional product and program managers
Partner with technology, marketing, commercial, and operations teams to ensure feasibility and delivery
Support commercial teams in major customer discussions, RFPs, and product positioning
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering, chemistry, or business
5+ years in product management, coatings systems, or commercial vehicle/plastics segment experience
Demonstrated ability to lead roadmaps, guide innovation investments, and influence across functions
Familiarity with Stage-Gate innovation processes and global portfolio governance
Strong business acumen with ability to link product decisions to platform profitability, growth potential, and operational feasibility
Travel: approx. 30% global travel expected to support regional alignment, gate reviews, and VOC initiatives
Preferred
advanced degree preferred
Company
Axalta
Axalta provides performance coatings for a wide range of industrial applications; light vehicle and commercial vehicle coatings for original equipment manufacturers; and refinish surface preparation and coating systems for body shops globally.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$500M2025-11-18Acquired
2023-12-11Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2014-11-12IPO
Leadership Team
Chris Villavarayan
Chief Executive Officer and President
Carl Anderson
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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