Application Development Representative

This is the role

This role is located in our European Technology Center (Ghent / Zwijnaarde) and requires on-site presence. This role will help develop applications for Eastman's portolio of sustainable polymer solutions in the many different market segments (Durables, Cosmetics, Eyewear, Medical, Packaging, …) Specific responsibilities include : • Be the application development and technical expert for a specific or variety of market segments and its applications • Keep up to date with market, application and processing technology developments including competitive material and competing technology developments • Define market specific unmet needs / deficiencies knowledgeable about industry relevant secondary operations • In-depth knowledge on co-polyester chemistry and how it relates to the end-use applications (or willingness to dive into the chemistry) • Understanding of market trends and develop/promote innovative solutions meeting these requirements.  • Work close to Technical Service colleagues promoting customer trials and evaluations. • Provide technical product training to customers, distributors and sales & marketing teams • Participate in, align with and influence the strategy of the segment team in collaboration with the marketing department. • Support market facing StageGate projects and lead related technical activities internally and externally • Responsible for material recommendations converting the voice of the customer into “Critical To Quality”-parameters driving product selection and development • Help develop technical marketing materials for customer engagement • Partner with Product Development team to deliver products meeting market needs and adding value to Eastman This is what you bring

•    MSc in Polymer chemistry & processing,  Material Science or Mechanical Engineering preferred •    > 10 years of industrial experience with an in-depth knowledge of specific applications and market trends  •    Experience in plastic processing technologies & related secondary operations •    Experience with polymer testing and material characterization  •    Excellent customer facing experience •    Excellent communication and documentation skills •    Experience in delivering complex technical presentations  •    Project leadership experience preferred •    Marketing and/or business acumen preferred •    Demonstrated strategic and innovative thinking with a desire to solve problems •    Fluency in English is mandatory and Dutch is preferred. Why choose Eastman?

It’s about growth and your long-term success. At Eastman, your career path can take many routes—each offering growth opportunities, competitive salary and benefits, and a globally growing work environment. Eastman fosters a culture of diversity steeped in teamwork and employee involvement, a place where dedicated individuals turn great ideas into materials that make a difference in everyday life. We support and encourage one another and believe that leveraging diversity in our thoughts and experiences allows us to excel in business.