Industry Development Manager | Freudenberg Chem-Trend, a company of the Freudenberg Group, is a global leader in the development, manufacture, and marketing of specialized release agents, purging compounds, paper impregnation chemicals, and other process chemical specialties and additives, with manufacturing and R & D operations in North and South America, Europe, India, and Asia that are supported by its headquarters in Michigan, USA. Chem-Trend has a singular focus of providing innovative solutions for the die casting, polyurethane, rubber, composites, tire, thermoplastic, wood composite, and paper impregnation industries. Some of your Benefitsarrow_right Diversity & Inclusion Diversity & Inclusion: We focus on providing an inclusive environment and recognize our diversity contributes to our success. 401K Match 401K Match: Save for retirement with the company's help. Education Reimbursement Education Reimbursement: Receive financial aid to help propel your career to the next level. Paid Holidays Paid Holidays: With paid-time off, local holidays are all the way more relaxing. Health Insurance Health Insurance: Rely on comprehensive services whenever you need it. location_on United States of America - Remote Remote trip_origin Chem-Trend Limited Partnership The Industry Development Manager - Rubber & Composites supports the organization's growth by expanding industry presence and strengthening distributor capabilities in the rubber and composites market. This role connects sales, marketing, and technical teams by turning industry and application knowledge into effective training, new product launches, and market development efforts. By building strong relationships with distributors, suppliers, and industry partners, the role ensures ChemTrend's solutions are well understood, properly positioned, and successfully adopted across target markets. Industry Development Manager arrow_drop_down Responsibilitiesarrow_right Identify and develop new industries, application, and growth opportunities in rubber and composites. Lead new product commercialization by defining use cases, presenting technologies, and aligning with sales/marketing. Oversee trade shows and industry events, ensuring strong technical representation and accurate marketing content. Collaborate cross functionally to ensure consistent technical messaging and support across all markets. Support product line simplification initiatives and clearly communicate strategy changes to distribution and sales. Build and maintain key industry, supplier, and distributor relationships to advance development initiatives. Qualificationsarrow_right Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, or a related technical disciplines will be considered. 5+ years of experience in rubber, composites, polymers, or related materials industries. Strong distributor experience, either working for a distributor or in a role that extensively supports and partners with distribution. Experience working with application engineering, sales teams, and channel partners. Strong ability to translate technical information into clear, actionable market and application guidance. Proven experience supporting new product introductions and market development. Strong communication, presentation, and training skills Willingness to travel extensively (up to and occasionally exceeding 50%) across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Apply now Additional Informationarrow_right Taylor Bilski +1 517 551 0320 [email protected] Discover more about us play_circle cancel Imprint Data Protection Follow us