Senior Director, Value Chain Outreach

~ The American Chemistry Council (ACC), a national trade association representing the world’s leading chemical and plastics manufacturers, currently has an opportunity for Senior Director, Value Chain Outreach for its Responsible Care and Value Outreach Department.  ~

ACC represents its members on public policy issues; coordinates the industry’s research and testing programs; and administers Responsible Care®, the industry’s environment, health, safety and security performance improvement initiative. 

Position Overview

The position is responsible for designing and executing the Value Chain Outreach strategy including serving as a primary point of contact for Value Chain Outreach programs, and providing external outreach for value chain outreach issues. The position reports directly to the Vice President, Responsible Care and Value Chain Outreach.

Responsibilities

Other key duties and responsibilities of the position include:

• Overseeing the execution of the value chain outreach strategy;
• Developing strategic policies and positions with respect to value chain selection of chemicals;
• Serving as both an internal and external spokesperson for ACC value chain outreach activities and positions;
• Coordinating and managing value chain outreach across ACC departments as well as oversees the work of external consultants across defined sectors;
• Directing the development and implementation of internal and external value chain outreach tools; and
• Managing the daily work activities of the Value Chain Outreach staff, including establishing performance objectives, conducting performance reviews, and facilitating employee development.

Qualifications

Required qualifications include:

• A Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing or related field or related degree;
• At least 10 relevant professional level experience, 5 years’ experience in commercial/business environment preferred;
• Strong written and oral communications skills as well as the ability to give internal and public presentations;
• The ability to work independently on a variety of complex matters simultaneously and design strategy, direction and action plans;
  Expertise as a leader with demonstrated skills in leading, coaching and mentoring staff and the ability to cultivate and manage high quality stakeholder relationships and Travel domestically and internationally a must.

Note: To learn more about ACC and the position, visit our website.  

Compensation: ACC offers a salary commensurate with experience and excellent benefits. 

To Apply

If you meet the qualifications, please click "Apply" below to email your resume and cover letter, including salary requirements, or fax to (202) 330 5563.