Strategic Segment Director (M/F/X)

Based in Raeren

About NMC

NMC is a leading European industrial group, specialized in technical foams and innovative solutions for construction, automotive, packaging, and interior applications.

With almost 75 years of expertise, the company is recognized for its innovation, premium quality, and collaborative partnerships with international clients across multiple industries.

As part of its strategic transformation, NMC is opening a key leadership role: Strategic Segment Director – responsible for one of the Group’s flagship segment (Technical Foam) and a central driver of growth.

Your mission: a strategic, technical & visible leadership role

As Strategic Segment Director, you will lead one of the Group’s most strategic segments, shaping its vision, product roadmap, and market positioning.

You will manage a multidisciplinary team (application engineering, product management, marketing), act as the bridge with R&D and production and represent the segment Technical Foam at Group level.

Reporting directly to the CEO and as a member of the leadership team, you will play a decisive role in the company’s long-term success.

Key responsibilities

Define and execute the segment strategy, including vision, roadmap, priorities, and growth opportunities.

Drive innovation, from incremental improvements to breakthrough applications, in close partnership with R&D.

Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team of 10–15 people (engineering, product management, marketing).

Build solutions through co-development with premium clients in construction, automotive, and packaging.

Collaborate with commercial teams on pricing, business development, and customized solutions.

Represent the segment at Group level (Leadership team) and in the market (clients, trade fairs, industry events).

Profile

More than 10 years of experience in management in international B2B industries (plastics, foams, materials, automotive, construction).

Strong technical affinity, ideally with an engineering background.

Proven success in leading technical segments or business units and driving market growth.

Recognized leadership: strategic yet hands-on, able to engage teams and instill constructive discipline.

Excellent command of French, German and English.

Entrepreneurial mindset, open to innovation and new markets.

What NMC offers

A strategic leadership role at the heart of the Group’s transformation.

The opportunity to shape the future of a flagship segment and drive innovation with premium clients.

An entrepreneurial, innovative, and international environment.

A competitive executive package aligned with the scope of the position.

Interested? Contact Davy Diamant for more information: davy@archetype-eu.com