Chemical & Specialty Materials Industry | Remote / Hybrid Options

Base Salary Up to $192,000 • 8–12% Bonus Potential • Company Car 

About the Opportunity

A global leader in a multibillion-dollar segment of the chemical industry is seeking an accomplished Business Unit Director to lead a business segment with full accountability for revenue growth, profitability, market expansion, product strategy, and team performance. This position offers significant strategic influence and close collaboration with both North American and global leadership.

The director will lead cross-functional execution spanning sales, marketing, production, technical services, customer service, and global operations. The role can be fully remote, hybrid, or based at the U.S. corporate headquarters, with approximately 50% domestic and international travel, including Japan and Decatur, Alabama.  

Key Responsibilities

· Own business-segment P&L performance, including revenue, margins, cost optimization, production efficiency, and pricing strategy.

· Develop and execute market-expansion plans, competitive positioning, and growth strategies across regional and international markets.

· Guide sales strategy, market penetration, key-account relationships, and customer retention initiatives.

· Oversee product lifecycle strategy and new-product initiatives in collaboration with R&D, application development, technical services, and production.

· Lead digital transformation through CRM optimization, AI-enabled forecasting and pricing insights, analytics, and digital sales/e-commerce initiatives.

· Align North American commercial and operational priorities with the organization’s global strategy.

· Collaborate with supply chain, finance, production, and technical teams to improve execution and operational performance.

· Develop managers and high-potential talent, support succession planning, and build a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.

· Represent the business at customer meetings, industry events, conferences, and trade shows.  

Leadership Scope

· Direct leadership of product management/specialist and sales management functions.

· Indirect leadership across sales, technical service, technology, and production teams.   

Required Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Polymer Science, Business, Marketing, or a related field.

· At least 10 years of relevant industry experience, ideally in chemicals, materials, or specialty manufacturing.

· Business leadership experience in roles such as Business Manager, Sales Director, or Product Management leader.

· Demonstrated P&L management, pricing strategy, strategic planning, and market-expansion experience.

· Strong understanding of commercial and operational functions, including sales, marketing, production, and quality.

· Ability to lead cross-functional teams and communicate effectively with customers and global stakeholders.

· Willingness to travel approximately 50%, domestically and internationally. 

Preferred Qualifications

· MBA or advanced business education.

· Experience working with global teams, particularly across U.S. and Japanese business cultures.

· Experience leading digital transformation, data-driven commercial strategy, or technology-enabled sales initiatives. 

Compensation & Position Details

· Base salary up to $192,000, plus 8–12% bonus potential.

· Company car and a competitive benefits package.

· Full-time, W-2 position; remote, hybrid, or U.S. headquarters-based options.

· Approximately 50% travel, including Japan and U.S. destinations.

· No relocation assistance or visa sponsorship is available.  

Why Consider This Opportunity?

Join an established global market leader with opportunities for advancement in the United States and Japan. This role offers broad ownership of a business segment, direct impact on commercial and product strategy, and the opportunity to lead meaningful growth and innovation initiatives.

APPLY by submitting your resume to LLEE@LEEHILLASSOCIATES.COM.  Put the job title in the subject line.