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Microthene Commercial Leader

LyondellBasell Industries
United States, Texas, Houston
Nov 20, 2025
LyondellBasellis a leader in the global chemical industry creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. With a nearly 70-yearlegacy that includes a Nobel Prize in Chemistry and our proprietaryMoReTecrecycling technology, LYB is enabling a more sustainable future for generations to come.LYB develops high-quality and innovative products for applications ranging from sustainable transportation and food safety to clean water and quality healthcare. LYB places high priority on diversity, equity and inclusion and is Advancing Good with an emphasis on our planet, the communities where we operate and our future workforce. We'readdressing the global challenges of ending plastic waste, taking climate action, and supporting a thriving society, while generating value for our customers, investors, and society. Come Join an Inclusive Team The Microthene Commercial Leader is responsible for driving strategic growth of Microthene specialty polyolefin powders across targeted industrial and consumer markets. This role focuses on identifying new applications, expanding into underserved geographies, and cultivating relationships with key customers in sectors such as polymer dusting, binders, and specialty composites. The Commercial Leader will serve as the subject matter expert for Microthene products and lead cross-functional initiatives to accelerate market penetration and innovation. A Day in the Life Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Develop and execute a strategic growth roadmap for Microthene products, including identification of new applications, market gaps, competitive landscape, and emerging customer needs. Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Technical teams to align on growth strategies and ensure successful execution. Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers at customer organizations, including formulators, converters, and OEMs. Use tools such as Salesforce and Accolade to manage opportunity pipelines and guide projects through the stage-gate process. Create and maintain key account plans for top customers and strategic prospects. Lead cross-functional teams in developing new Microthene grades and sustainable solutions tailored to market demands. You Bring This Value Education Requirements Bachelor's Degree required; preferred fields include Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or Chemistry. MBA preferred but not required. Experience Requirements Minimum 10 - 15 years of relevant experience in commercial or technical roles within the polymer, chemical, or materials industries. Proven track record in business development, sales, or technical service, ideally related to specialty polymers or additives. Experience with molding, composites, coatings, or compounding markets is highly desirable. Willingness to travel up to 25% for customer engagement and internal collaboration. Strong project management skills and experience leading cross-functional initiatives. Technical understanding of polyolefin materials and their performance characteristics. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to work effectively in a matrixed organization with global teams. What We Offer Competencies Build Partnerships Drive Innovation Grow Capabilities Promote Inclusion Motivational Fit Technical Skills Deliver Results Privacy Statement: For information regarding how LyondellBasell processes your personal data, please read ourPrivacy Statement Stay Connected! Visit our LYBWebsite Follow us onLinkedInandInstagram Like us onFacebook Subscribe to ourYouTubechannel