Axalta

Product Portfolio Lead and Continuous Improvement (Global Refinish)

Axalta  •  Principality of Asturias, ES (Onsite)  •  26 days ago
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Job Description

Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers’ products – whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals – and add dimension and beauty with colourful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.

We are currently looking for a Product Portfolio Lead, Global Refinish to join us at our facility in Asturias, Spain.

The Product Portfolio Lead, Global Refinish is responsible for the end‑to‑end management, optimization, and compliance of Axalta’s Global Refinish product portfolios. The role ensures strong lifecycle management, effective coordination of product inventory, and full adherence to regulatory and labeling requirements. It plays a key role in continuously improving portfolio governance, processes, and ways of working. Acting as the central point of contact for global product portfolio services, the position works closely with Product Marketing, Technology, Regulatory, Supply Chain, Procurement, and regional commercial teams.

Key responsibilities:

  • Manage and own the Axalta Refinish branded product portfolios across their full lifecycle (registration, launch, maintenance, change management, and sunset) in alignment with Global Refinish portfolio strategies.
  • Ensure accurate, up-to-date product master data, portfolio visibility, and lifecycle communication to internal stakeholders.
  • Act as the primary global interface for the Axalta Refinish business on product portfolio–related topics, documentation and issue resolution.
  • Coordinate creation, maintenance, translation, and publication of commercial product labels, Technical Data Sheets (TDS), Safety- and compliance-related documentation.
  • Partner with PSRC, Regulatory, and Labeling teams to proactively implement legislative changes.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives across product portfolio processes, with a strong focus on efficiency, quality, and scalability.
  • Support digitalization, automation, and identify global best practices to optimize workflows.
  • Manage and coordinate communication towards the customer with product label and packaging complaints in partnership with Quality.
  • Serve as a trusted portfolio subject-matter expert for Product/Segment Marketing teams, Sales and commercial teams and Technology, Training, OPS, and Supply Chain teams

Key requirements:

  • Hold Master degree preferred in product portfolio management, or min. 3 yrs of experience in industrial product environment, preferably within coatings, chemicals sector.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Team-oriented with a customer service mindset and ability to meet deadlines
  • Analytical and process mindset with a data-driven approach
  • Excellent proficiency in English, both written and verbal, is essential
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
  • Familiarity with ERP tools (e.g. S4/Hana), with product lifecycle management, with regulatory compliance is a plus
  • Eagerness to learn tools like Smartsheet, Asana and internal product portfolio, label and TDS management systems

Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We’ve recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals.

Our Company:

Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers’ products – whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals – and add dimension and beauty with colorful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.

Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We’ve recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals.

Axalta may use technology-assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to support certain aspects of the recruitment and selection process. These tools may be used to help manage applications, identify job-related qualifications, and assist recruiter review. All hiring decisions involve human oversight and review.

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Axalta

About Axalta

Axalta provides performance coatings for a wide range of industrial applications; light vehicle and commercial vehicle coatings for original equipment manufacturers; and refinish surface preparation and coating systems for body shops globally. Our team serves more than 100,000 customers in over 140 countries. With more than 150 years of experience and impact, we innovate smarter surface solutions for better living and a sustainable future.

Markets We Serve:

Mobility

Industrial

Refinish

Fast Facts

• 150+ year legacy

• $5.2B in net sales

• ~12k employees

• ~1,300 scientists, technical experts and engineers

• ~1,000 patents + pending applications

• Products sold in over 140 countries

• 4 Major R&D Centers

• Partnering with 90k body shops

• Supply 13 of the top 15 global auto OEMs

• Funded 16 scholarships for future STEM leaders

• 80% of new technology to have sustainable benefit by 2030

• Carbon neutral by 2040

Industry
Chemicals & Materials
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Year Founded
2013
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