The Mitsubishi Chemical Group (MCG) is a specialty materials provider committed to pioneering innovative solutions. With deep expertise and leadership in material science across the Mobility, Digital, Food, and Healthcare sectors, our over 60,000 employees help drive industry transformation, advance technology, and improve lives around the world.
At MCG, we value each individual's voice. We foster a safe, flexible, and supportive workplace where you can do meaningful work that contributes to a better future for people, society, and the planet.
Within our Advanced Materials business, we are a global leader in the manufacture of high-performance thermoplastic semi-finished products and finished components. Our engineered plastics and composites offer superior performance compared to metals and other conventional materials and are used in a wide range of applications, primarily within the capital goods industry.
About the role
As Product Line Manager Recycling Solutions, you will play an active role in shaping the future of the circular economy. You will develop innovative recycling and upcycling solutions, ensure a sustainable and economically viable supply of raw materials, and drive the expansion of circular material flows. Working closely with an international team, you will make a significant contribution to profitable growth and the achievement of our sustainability goals.
What you will do
Ensure the optimal balance between a sustainable supply of raw materials and the requirements of our production operations
Continuously develop and expand our recycling activities together with a strong network of internal and external partners
Increase the efficient use of valuable resources and create both economic and environmental value for our customers, partners, and our company
Identify new value creation opportunities through innovative recycling and upcycling solutions
Bring cross-functional teams together, establish common goals, and drive their successful implementation
What makes you a great fit
You don't need to meet every requirement to succeed here. We value potential, mindset, and willingness to learn and collaborate as much as experience.
What You Bring
A completed Master's degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or a comparable field
Professional experience working in cross-functional and international management environments
Proven experience in building and managing supplier and partner networks and developing sustainable value chains
Knowledge and experience in recycling, the circular economy, material flows, or sustainable raw material sourcing
Excellent German and English language skills, both written and spoken, as well as experience working with international stakeholders
What we offer you
Flexible working hours (flexitime)
Opportunity for mobile working (where the role allows)
Free on-site parking
Our company culture
Our culture is rooted in five core values: Integrity, Respect, Bravery, Collaboration and Ownership - we call it Our Way. These values guide how we work, innovate, and grow together.
We believe in the power of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. KAITEKI, our philosophy for the wellbeing of people, society, and the planet, strengthens our commitment to creating an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute.
Ready to make a difference? Let's connect!
If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply. Submit your application via our career portal and become part of a team working towards a better future through science and collaboration.
We look forward to getting to know you.
