Bakelite Synthetics

Title: Account Manager - Remote Location: USA Job Description: At Bakelite, you’ll help us create a better tomorrow with sustainable and innovative chemistry today. We’re Everywhere. Everywhere you look, you’ll find products enabled by Bakelite, from stronger homes to safer automobiles and everywhere in between. With more than 100 years of history and strong customer relationships, we boldly engineer sustainable products to tackle our world’s most challenging demands. Join Our Team and Help Us Build a Stronger, Safer, Better World. It’s Better with Bakelite. Account Manager (Remote): The Impact You’ll Have On The Organization and World - You’ll provide hands-on support to our team. - You’ll maximize and develop multiple aspects of the business, including goals, strategies, market development, and business development in terms of volume, revenue and margin within multiple growing segments. - You’ll build customer relationships and will coordinate and implement effective market segment strategies and account strategies. - You’ll contribute to the major objectives and long-range goals of the organization while facilitating peer-to-peer executive relationships with our strategic partners. It's Better with Bakelite: Our Commitment Back to You - You’ll Help Shape Our Future. As a Bakelite associate, you’re part of a diverse, global population creating the next generation of the company and we expect you to put your fingerprint on it. - We Champion Our Associates. At Bakelite, you don’t just climb the career ladder – you pave your personal path through continued learning and development. - Together, We Will Protect the Planet. From our processes to our products, we are focusing on the opportunities that both grow our profitability as a company, and improve and protect the planet. - Safety is a Core Value. At Bakelite, safety is a 24/7 mindset. We are all safe today to ensure we are able to show up tomorrow – for our families and friends, for each other and for our communities. - We Care. Plain and simple, we care about our associates. From the top on down, we place a high value on our culture and the associate experience. We offer competitive compensation, robust benefits and support our associates every step of their career. What Does a Typical Day Look Like? Here are your primary responsibilities: - Champion a strong safety culture within key account markets. - Lead strategic growth in new and existing markets by analyzing trends, identifying opportunities, and targeting high-value customers. - Manage complex contract negotiations, ensuring terms benefit the company while supporting cross-functional collaboration. - Develop and execute strategic account plans to maximize value delivery and business outcomes. - Guide cross-functional teams to shape and implement market segment strategies. - Provide insight into market dynamics, competitor actions, and customer behavior to inform business strategy. - Forecast and manage budgeted volumes, revenue, and margin; support all sales contracts within territory. - Maintain CRM records and reports, including call notes, project tracking, and expense reports. - Apply judgment to travel and entertainment decisions to optimize return on investment. - Collaborate with Sales & Operations Planning to align forecasts with customer demand and inventory. - Use value-based selling and technical expertise to differentiate offerings and drive customer preference. - Identify and implement pricing opportunities based on product value and customer needs. - Act as a strategic advisor to management and an external spokesperson when needed. - Build and manage a high-margin growth pipeline. - Participate in special project teams and lead customer-centric technical initiatives. - Deliver presentations to internal and external stakeholders. - Collaborate with marketing and product line managers on market intelligence and portfolio strategy. - Travel up to 50% to engage customers and support business development efforts. What is Needed to be Successful in this Role (Required Skills/Abilities): - Travel up to 50% to engage customers and support business development efforts. - B.S. Degree minimum, preferably in (Chemistry, Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biology). - Minimum 3 years of industrial chemical sales, or a background in technical, marketing or procurement. Preferably with an emphasis on Industrial and Polymer Chemical markets. - Must have demonstrated evidence of a high degree of productivity and be considered a subject matter expert in both knowledge/skills in the commercial field and technical fields. - Ability to work well independently to achieve objectives and goals. - Advanced interpersonal communication. Preferred Qualifications. - Key Account Management. - Value quantification experience. - OEM & fabricator company experience in polyurethane and chemical intermediate markets. - Training in finance, and or marketing. - Commercial experience. Are you ready to help us build a better tomorrow and put your fingerprints on the world? Apply for this exciting opportunity, and learn more about our hiring process, insights from our global associates, our robust benefits and more at Bakelite.com/careers. We are an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, minority status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any characteristic protected by law. In order to be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment through our career site, be at least 18 years or age, willing to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation as part of the selection process, as well as additional periodic background checks as required by the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) or regulations adopted by the Department of Homeland Security or other regulatory agencies. Candidates are required to have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States. This company participates in E-Verify. For additional details, click HERE. If currently an employee of the Company, you must have satisfactory work performance. Disclaimer: We are not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms/employment agencies for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails to an employee about this position. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee of the Company via email, the Internet or in any other form and/or method without a valid written search firm agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of the Company; no fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by the Company as a result of the unsolicited referral or through other means. Job Details Job Family Sales Pay Type Salary Employment Indicator Regular Education Level Bachelor’s Degree Travel Required Yes Travel Percentage 50

Key Account Manager Location: 1040 Crown Pointe Pkwy, Atlanta, GA 30338, USA Virtual• 1040 Crown Pointe Pkwy, Atlanta, GA 30338, USA Job Description: Key Account Manager (KAM): The Impact You’ll Have On The Organization and World You will be a culture creator, through cross-functional collaboration and leadership, as our KAM will have a unique opportunity to enhance the day-to-day experience of the Bakelite team. You’ll enhance customer satisfaction, through your personalized service and effective problem-solving, and ensure clients receive the best possible experience, fostering loyalty and trust. You will add value and grow market share through identification, business development and closure of leads with new and existing customers. You’ll promote innovation by understanding client needs, market trends, influence product development and improvements, and drive innovation within key consumer industries. You will support sustainable practices by being an advocate for and implementing environmentally friendly solutions and practices, promoting sustainability across several industries. It's Better with Bakelite: Our Commitment Back to You You’ll Help Shape Our Future. As a Bakelite associate, you’re part of a diverse, global population creating the next generation of the company and we expect you to put your fingerprint on it. We Champion Our Associates. At Bakelite, you don’t just climb the career ladder – you pave your personal path through continued learning and development. Together, We Will Protect the Planet. From our processes to our products, we are focusing on the opportunities that both grow our profitability as a company, and improve and protect the planet. Safety is a Core Value. At Bakelite, safety is a 24/7 mindset. We are all safe today to ensure we are able to show up tomorrow – for our families and friends, for each other and for our communities. We Care. Plain and simple, we care about our associates. From the top on down, we place a high value on our culture and the associate experience. We offer competitive compensation, robust benefits and support our associates every step of their career. What Does a Typical Day Look Like? Here are your primary responsibilities: Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams, including customer excellence, operations, supply chain, and product development to deliver value-add solutions to clients. Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong, customer centric relationships with key strategic accounts. Foster multi-level relationships between Bakelite and customers. Contract with strategic customers. Account Growth: Identify opportunities for growth within the market, as well as existing accounts, and develop strategies to capitalize on them. Develop key account plans for review with commercial team and leadership. Sales and Revenue: Achieve sales targets and drive revenue growth through effective account management, managing market dynamics against Bakelite needs and capabilities. Pricing Excellence: Accountability for timely price updates and communication, collaboration with sales coordinators, customer excellence, and supply chain, and execution on pricing initiatives to meet business plans. Market Analysis: Stay updated on industry trends, market conditions, and competitor activities to provide strategic insights. Problem Solving: Address client issues and concerns promptly and effectively, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction. Responsiveness is critical. What is Needed to be Successful in this Role (Required Skills/Abilities): Required Qualifications: B.S. Degree (Chemistry, Engineering, Biology, or Business) minimum requirement. Minimum 8 years of industrial chemical sales, procurement or marketing, or a technical background with emphasis on Industrial Chemical markets. Must have demonstrated evidence of a high degree of productivity and have a high level of knowledge/skills in the commercial field and technical fields. Ability to work well independently to achieve objectives and goals, while also forging connections with remote work groups. Experience with contracting, negotiating both internally and with the customer. Good interpersonal communication and desire to be a part of a team. Preferred Qualifications: Account or Commodity Management, including negotiations experience. Application knowledge. Value quantification experience. OEM & fabricator company experience in resin and chemical intermediate markets. Training in finance and marketing. Commercial experience with lean methodology. Are you ready to help us build a better tomorrow and put your fingerprints on the world? Apply for this exciting opportunity, and learn more about our hiring process, insights from our global associates, our robust benefits and more at Bakelite.com/careers. Job Family Sales Pay Type Salary Employment Indicator Regular Education Level Bachelor’s Degree Travel Required Yes Hiring Min Rate 125,000 USD Hiring Max Rate 153,000 USD

Title: Customer Account Specialist Location: remote USA Job Description: Customer Account Specialist – Remote at Bakelite, you’ll help us create a better tomorrow with sustainable and innovative chemistry today. We’re Everywhere. Everywhere you look, you’ll find products enabled by Bakelite, from stronger homes to safer automobiles and everywhere in between. With more than 100 years of history and strong customer relationships, we boldly engineer sustainable products to tackle our world’s most challenging demands. Join Our Team and Help Us Build a Stronger, Safer, Better World. It’s Better with Bakelite. Customer Account Specialist - Remote: The Impact You’ll Have On The Organization and World - As the Customer Account Specialist you will serve as the primary point of contact for all order‑related activities, ensuring a seamless experience throughout the order lifecycle. - You will be responsible for building strong customer relationships, managing order accuracy and timeliness, and supporting overall customer loyalty through excellent communication and problem resolution. - You will collaborate closely with internal teams to ensure customer needs are met efficiently and effectively. It's Better with Bakelite: Our Commitment Back to You - You’ll Help Shape Our Future. As a Bakelite associate, you’re part of a diverse, global population creating the next generation of the company and we expect you to put your fingerprint on it. - We Champion Our Associates. At Bakelite, you don’t just climb the career ladder – you pave your personal path through continued learning and development. - Together, We Will Protect the Planet. From our processes to our products, we are focusing on the opportunities that both grow our profitability as a company, and improve and protect the planet. - Safety is a Core Value. At Bakelite, safety is a 24/7 mindset. We are all safe today to ensure we are able to show up tomorrow – for our families and friends, for each other and for our communities. - We Care. Plain and simple, we care about our associates. From the top on down, we place a high value on our culture and the associate experience. We offer competitive compensation, robust benefits and support our associates every step of their career. What Does a Typical Day Look Like? Here are your primary responsibilities: Customer Account Support - Act as the main contact for assigned customers on order entry, status updates, delivery coordination, and issue resolution. - Build strong, service‑focused customer relationships that promote trust and long‑term satisfaction. - Respond quickly to customer inquiries, ensuring professional, clear, and accurate communication. Order Management - Manage the end‑to‑end order process—including order receipt, validation, entry, tracking, and completion. - Monitor open orders to ensure accuracy and on‑time delivery while proactively identifying potential delays or issues. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Sales, Supply Chain, Operations, Finance) to resolve problems and support customer needs. Issue Resolution - Investigate and resolve order discrepancies, shipment delays, inventory shortages, and billing concerns. - Provide timely updates and solutions to customers to maintain high satisfaction levels. - Escalate complex issues to leadership when necessary while maintaining ownership of the customer experience. Documentation & Reporting - Maintain accurate customer records, order details, and communication history in ERP systems. - Ensure compliance with internal policies, service level expectations, and quality standards. - Support reporting activities related to order accuracy, fulfillment performance, and customer service metrics. What is Needed to be Successful in this Role (Required Skills/Abilities): - High School Diploma or equivalent and 1- 3 years of experience in customer service, order management, supply chain, or a related field. - Strong understanding of order fulfillment processes and customer account management. - Excellent communication skills with the ability to manage multiple requests in a fast-paced environment. - Experience working with Microsoft Excel and Word. - Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving ability. Preferred Qualifications - Experience in manufacturing, distribution, or similar operational environments. - Experience using SAP is a plus. - Familiarity with process improvement tools or methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma). Are you ready to help us build a better tomorrow and put your fingerprints on the world? Apply for this exciting opportunity, and learn more about our hiring process, insights from our global associates, our robust benefits and more at Bakelite.com/careers. We are an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, minority status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any characteristic protected by law. In order to be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment through our career site, be at least 18 years or age, willing to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation as part of the selection process, as well as additional periodic background checks as required by the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) or regulations adopted by the Department of Homeland Security or other regulatory agencies. Candidates are required to have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States. This company participates in E-Verify. For additional details, click HERE. If currently an employee of the Company, you must have satisfactory work performance. Disclaimer: We are not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms/employment agencies for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails to an employee about this position. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee of the Company via email, the Internet or in any other form and/or method without a valid written search firm agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of the Company; no fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by the Company as a result of the unsolicited referral or through other means. Job Details Job Family Customer Service Pay Type Hourly Employment Indicator Regular Education Level High School Hiring Min Rate 23 USD Hiring Max Rate 25 USD

Title: Senior Project Manager - Capital Projects/Manufacturing Location: Louisville, KY, USA• Columbus, OH, USA• Taylorsville, MS 39168, USA• Crossett, AR 71635, USA• Atlanta, GA, USA• Conway, NC 27820, USA• Lufkin, TX, USA• Grayling, MI 49738, USA Work Type: Remote Job ID: 762 Job Description: Senior Project Manager: The Impact You’ll Have On The Organization and World You’ll play a critical role in the success of the company. You will be responsible for the execution of the capital plan for the division, developing the scope of work, cost estimates, project economics and schedules for major capital projects. You’ll engage in strategic collaboration. You will partner closely with your peers and facility leadership to drive project execution and deliver impactful results. You’ll ensure compliance. You’ll ensure that safety and environmental regulations are considered during every aspect of planning and are strictly followed during execution to deliver a safe project with no environmental incidents. It's Better with Bakelite: Our Commitment Back to You You’ll Help Shape Our Future. As a Bakelite associate, you’re part of a diverse, global population creating the next generation of the company and we expect you to put your fingerprint on it. We Champion Our Associates. At Bakelite, you don’t just climb the career ladder – you pave your personal path through continued learning and development. Together, We Will Protect the Planet. From our processes to our products, we are focusing on the opportunities that both grow our profitability as a company, and improve and protect the planet. Safety is a Core Value. At Bakelite, safety is a 24/7 mindset. We are all safe today to ensure we are able to show up tomorrow – for our families and friends, for each other and for our communities. We Care. Plain and simple, we care about our associates. From the top on down, we place a high value on our culture and the associate experience. We offer competitive compensation, robust benefits and support our associates every step of their career. Location & Travel This is a remote role. Preferably located near one of our US sites. This role will require travel (approximately 50%). Please note there will be periods of higher travel during certain periods. What Does a Typical Day Look Like? Here are your primary responsibilities: Responsible for managing all aspects of designing and executing assigned projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to refine project scope, set boundaries, and finalize process designs to meet operational goals. Investigate alternatives to projects to determine feasibility and maximize value and provide justification for investment. Map out project timelines, align resources, and coordinate activities to ensure smooth project progression and timely execution. Develop budget for every stage of a project, monitor and refine results as projects progress, ensuring financial tracking aligns with ROI targets and that projects remain within their approved scope. Develop detailed execution strategies, assessing feasibility and resolving potential roadblocks to meet deadlines. Conduct checks to ensure all safety protocols and environmental regulations are strictly followed during every phase of project planning and execution. Lead project implementation, address challenges as they arise, and document progress and results to achieve seamless project closure. Maintain open communication with peers, leadership, and stakeholders to align on progress, address concerns, and foster strategic collaboration. What is Needed to be Successful in this Role (Required Skills/Abilities): Bachelor’s degree or higher in mechanical or chemical engineering with a minimum of 5 years of experience developing projects, managing design and construction activities. Chemical manufacturing experience preferred. Strong leadership based on integrity, humility, and respect for others Capable of influencing and building partnerships, developing teamwork and managing others Knowledge of PM tools (Estimating, Scheduling, Costs Control and Cost Engineering) and execution of projects exceeding $500,000.