Marketing Director - Global High Tech Europe

<div><div><p><span><span>Nalco Water, an Ecolab Company, is seeking a<span> </span></span></span><b><span>Director</span><span><span> </span>Marketing, Europe High Tech Division (Data Center and Microelectronics segments).</span></b><span><span><span> </span>This key leadership role<span> </span></span><span>is responsible for</span><span><span> </span>shaping and executing the marketing strategy for Ecolab’s High-Tech business with<span> </span></span><span>primary</span><span><span> </span>focus on the data center and microelectronics markets. The role<span> </span></span><span>is responsible for</span><span><span> </span>driving profitable growth and commercializing innovative solutions that deliver customer value.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>This highly visible role partners closely with sales, operations, finance, research and development, supply chain, and digital teams to drive growth and strengthen customer relationships. The Director Marketing will lead portfolio strategy, support commercialization across chemicals, equipment, digital tools, and services, and equip the sales organization with the messaging and tools needed to succeed. The role also brings customer and market perspectives into business decisions and guides go-to-market priorities.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>This role will be based in<span> </span></span></span><b><span>Europe</span></b><span><span>.</span></span><span><span><span> </span></span></span><span><span>Travel is approximately 30%.</span></span><span> </span></p><p></p></div><div><p><b><span>What’s</span><span><span> </span>in it For You:</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>You’ll</span><span><span> </span>join a growth company offering a competitive base salary, bonus<span> </span></span><span>structure</span><span><span> </span>and benefits</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>A long term, advancing career path  </span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Access to the industry’s most innovative training programs</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>A culture that values safety first, including training and personal protection</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Pride in working for a company that provides clean water, safe food, abundant<span> </span></span><span>energy</span><span><span> </span>and healthy environments</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul><p><span>​</span></p></div><div><p><b><span>What You Will Do:</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Define and execute the Europe growth strategy and marketing plans for the Europe High-Tech business, with emphasis on data center and microelectronics priorities</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Build and develop a high-performing team and foster an inclusive, collaborative culture that supports both strategic initiatives and operational excellence</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Drive portfolio strategy, including positioning, lifecycle management, pricing support, and investment focus</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Partner with sales, corporate accounts, and regional teams to activate strategy, deepen customer engagement, and win key opportunities</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Lead commercialization of new products, services, digital tools, and equipment offerings with RD&E, supply chain, and other partners</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Develop value propositions, messaging, sales tools, and customer-facing content that clearly communicate the differentiated value of Ecolab solutions</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Translate customer insight, market trends, competitive intelligence, and business performance data into actionable strategies</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Lead market segmentation, customer prioritization, and opportunity assessment to focus resources on the highest-value opportunities</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Create and present strategic business reviews, innovation plans, market assessments, and recommendations to senior leadership</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Identify</span><span><span> </span>and address portfolio, supply, quality, regulatory, or market issues that could create business risk or hinder growth objectives</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Ensure the sales force is supported with effective training, marketing programs, campaign activation, and commercial enablement capabilities</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Align segment priorities with broader business<span> </span></span><span>objectives</span><span>, customer requirements, and resource allocation</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Maintain a strong understanding of industry trends, customer needs, and adjacent market developments to inform strategy</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Engage directly with customers and industry stakeholders to deepen insight,<span> </span></span><span>validate</span><span><span> </span>strategy, and reinforce Ecolab’s position as a trusted partner</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Support industry events, strategic partnerships, and external activities that strengthen Ecolab’s role in the data center and semiconductor ecosystem</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul><p><span>​</span></p></div><div><p><b><span>Minimum qualifications:</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Bachelor’s degree<span> </span></span><span>with a preference<span> </span></span><span>for</span><span><span> </span>Chemical / Mechanical engineering, along with an MBA with 10</span><span>+ years of professional<span> </span></span><span>technical</span><span><span> </span>and marketing experience</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>5+ years of experience in data center, or adjacent <span style="overflow-wrap: break-word; display: inline; text-decoration: inherit; hyphens: auto;">industrial/technology-driven</span> markets</span><span> </span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>5+ years of experience leading, coaching, and developing high-performing teams and/or managing direct reports</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>5+ years of experience working across functions to define marketing strategy,<span> </span></span><span>drive</span><span><span> </span></span><span>commercialization</span><span><span> </span></span><span>and growth</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Experience working effectively in a matrix organization</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul><p><span>​</span></p></div><div><p><b><span>Preferred Qualifications: </span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Experience in water treatment industries</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Experience developing and executing marketing strategy in a global B2B environment serving microelectronics, data center, or other technical markets</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Experience commercializing and launching new products,<span> </span></span><span>equipment,<span> </span></span><span>services, digital offerings, or equipment-based solutions</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Strong portfolio and product lifecycle management experience</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Business-to-business marketing experience with highly technical products and services and the ability to translate complex technical concepts into compelling commercial value propositions</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Demonstrated strategic thinking and business acumen, with the ability to turn market insight, customer needs, and competitive intelligence into action</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Experience with market segmentation, opportunity sizing, competitive analysis, go-to-market planning, and market development across complex global environments</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Strong communication</span><span><span> </span>and executive presentation skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization and credibly engage both technical and commercial audiences</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Experience engaging with industry events, strategic partners, and external stakeholders to strengthen market presence</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Ability to create an environment that encourages breakthrough thinking, collaboration, and disciplined execution in a matrixed global organization</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Strong organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div></div>

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