Zheng Zeng
About Zheng Zeng
Zheng Zeng is the Global Segment Lead for Market Development at ExxonMobil, with over 15 years of experience in the chemical industry and fluency in English, Japanese, and Mandarin.
Current Role at ExxonMobil
Zheng Zeng is currently the Global Segment Lead for Market Development at ExxonMobil since 2023. Based in Shanghai, China, he directs strategies to penetrate new markets and optimize the company's market share in existing segments. His role involves leading market development initiatives and coordinating with various stakeholders to drive commercial success.
Previous Experience at ExxonMobil
Prior to his current role, Zheng Zeng held several key positions at ExxonMobil, including Polyethylene Marketing Development Chair from 2018 to 2023, and Japan and South PRC Customer Development Team Lead from 2015 to 2018. These roles allowed him to gain deep expertise in polyethylene marketing and customer development, strengthening his capabilities in both strategic planning and execution.
Industry Experience with Showa Denko K.K.
Zheng Zeng's professional journey includes critical roles at Showa Denko K.K. in Tokyo, Japan. He served as a Strategic Planner (Intellectual Property) from 2010 to 2011, and as a Process Developer from 2009 to 2010. This period was crucial in honing his strategic planning skills and his understanding of process development in the chemical industry.
Educational Background
Zheng Zeng completed his academic journey at Shanghai Jiao Tong University, acquiring a Master's degree in Material Science (2006-2009), and dual Bachelor's degrees in Chemical Engineering and Business Administration (2002-2006). This comprehensive education has equipped him with a strong technical and business foundation.
Language Proficiency and Certifications
Fluent in English, Japanese, and Mandarin, Zheng Zeng holds impressive language certifications, including CET6, Ibt-TOEFL for English, and the Japanese proficiency test Level I. His close to native-level Japanese skills are a testament to his time spent working in Japan, making him a versatile and communicative professional.
Skills and Expertise
With over 15 years of extensive experience in the chemical industry, Zheng Zeng excels in commercial roles and industrial expertise related to polyethylene and intermediates. Known as a strong leader, strategic thinker, and effective communicator, he possesses notable skills in people management, organizational restructuring, and providing market-focused technical solutions.