John Roberts
About John Roberts
John Roberts is a Polypropylene Strategic Marketing Executive at ExxonMobil with extensive experience in product technology management and global planning for polypropylene products.
Professional Journey at Exxonmobil
John Roberts has been serving in various high-profile roles at Exxonmobil since 1980. He began his tenure as a Process Engineer and rose through the ranks, undertaking responsibilities such as Production Scheduler, Manufacturing Financial Analyst, and Polypropylene Finishing Technical Supervisor. Over the years, he advanced to roles including Global Polypropylene Product Technology Manager, Global Nonwovens and Molding Product Technology Manager, Global Product Technology Manager: Slurry Platform and Compounding And Nonwovens, and finally his current role as Polypropylene Strategic Marketing Executive.
Expertise in Polypropylene Strategic Marketing
In his current role as Polypropylene Strategic Marketing Executive at Exxonmobil, John Roberts leverages his extensive experience in marketing strategies for polypropylene products. He has developed a deep understanding of market dynamics, customer needs, and competitive positioning. His responsibilities involve shaping market strategies, guiding product innovation, and ensuring alignment with global business objectives.
Academic Background
John Roberts has pursued a comprehensive academic trajectory with a focus on chemical engineering and business management. He earned a Master of Business Administration in Management from the University of Houston - Clear Lake. Prior to that, he studied Chemical Engineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology and Chemistry at the University of North Georgia. His foundational education was completed at Gainesville High School. This diverse educational background has equipped him with both technical and managerial skills.
Roles in Product Technology Management
John Roberts's career has included significant roles in product technology management at Exxonmobil. As Global Nonwovens and Molding Product Technology Manager and Global Polypropylene Product Technology Manager, he managed the development and implementation of new technologies. His expertise includes slurry platform and compounding processes, which are crucial for nonwoven and molding applications in the polypropylene industry.
Background in Operations and Technical Supervision
Before his strategic marketing roles, John Roberts was heavily involved in operations and technical supervision in the polypropylene sector at Exxonmobil. He served as Polypropylene Finishing Technical Supervisor and Polypropylene Americas Planning and Supply Manager, among other roles. These positions required a keen understanding of production processes, technical expertise, and efficient resource management.