Product Development manager – High Strength Steels

Product Development Manager – High Strength Steels Join to apply for the Product Development Manager – High Strength Steels role at ArcelorMittal Long Carbon LATAM. ArcelorMittal is the world’s largest steel producer. We use the most innovative technologies to create the steels tomorrow’s world will be made of. Over 125,000 of our talented people in more than 60 countries push the boundaries of digitalization and advanced technologies to create a stronger, faster, and smarter world. We support and train our people to achieve this vision. You role ArcelorMittal, a leading global steel and mining company, offers a range of high‑strength steel products, including our specialized Hot Rolled Amstrong® product family. These grades are engineered to provide exceptional strength, cold formability, and impact toughness, ideal for challenging applications in various industries such as Yellow & Green Goods and Heavy Transportation. When you join our team, you will become a key contributor to the Global R&D Product Development group, helping shape the future of steel for industry markets. You will lead projects, explore new ideas, and turn advanced research into real, high‑performing products. As Product Development Manager, you will be responsible for Leading R&D projects in Hot Rolled High Strength Steels for Yellow & Green Goods and Heavy Transport markets. Identifying and analyzing market needs and trends, and translating them into new project proposals for the R&D portfolio, aligned with ArcelorMittal strategy. Conducting technical and economic analysis of projects, and assessing value creation. Ensuring product conception is completed on time, following industrialization with pilot plant and trials with pilot customers. Preparing new product launches in collaboration with the Business Units and supporting ramp‑up. Managing interfaces with labs, plants, and technical & commercial organizations. Support Sales & Marketing Teams for Product Promotion Providing technical explanations and training to the commercial team. Participating in customer visits, fairs, and special promotion events. Contributing to the management of the product catalogue as an expert of the product line. Assisting in preparing technical and marketing materials, including brochures, leaflets, and kits. Following and influencing standardization and regulations related to the product line. Your profile Master’s degree or PhD in Materials Science or a related field. At least five years of experience as a materials engineer in an R&D environment. Strong expertise in steel processing and advanced metal characterization techniques. Capacity to manage a diverse portfolio of projects with efficiency and focus. Fluent in English (spoken and written); additional European languages are valued. Open to travel within Europe. According to ArcelorMittal Global R&D values Compliance with health and safety rules. Respectful, transparent, honest, and empathetic relationships. Integrity in all actions. High expectations of quality and reliability. Appreciation of diversity, varied skills, and fresh ideas. Commitment to continuous learning and professional development. Openness to ideas that challenge conventions and stimulate innovation. Join us Join us and help create renewable energy, impact major industries, and boost economies. At ArcelorMittal, we will help you create your world. Attractive remuneration and stimulating career prospects await you in a multicultural environment. About us ArcelorMittal is the world’s leading steel and mining company, present in 60 countries with primary steelmaking facilities in 15 countries. Our purpose is to produce ever smarter steels that benefit people and the planet. Our innovations use less energy, emit less carbon, and reduce costs. We are committed to safety, health, and wellbeing of all employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr