Toni (Antoni) Puig
About Toni (Antoni) Puig
Toni Puig is a Product Line Manager at Milliken & Company, overseeing Polyurethane Colorants & Additives for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa since 2007. With a background in chemical engineering and extensive experience in product management and business development, he has contributed to significant sales growth and product launches in the polyurethane industry.
Work at Milliken & Company
Toni Puig has been employed at Milliken & Company since 2007, serving as the Product Line Manager for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa in the Polyurethane Colorants & Additives division. His role involves overseeing product lines and driving sales growth across these regions. Previously, he held the position of Product Line Manager for Spain and Portugal in Performance Colorants from 2000 to 2005, and he also managed the Biocides product line from 2005 to 2007. His tenure at Milliken has been marked by a focus on strategic new business development and the successful launch of new additives in the polyurethane industry.
Previous Experience in the Industry
Before joining Milliken & Company, Toni Puig worked at several notable organizations. He was a Production & Plant Project Manager at Kemira from 1994 to 1996. Following that, he served as a Technical Account Manager for Polyurethane Systems at ELASTOGRAN, SA (Grupo BASF) from 1996 to 2000. These roles contributed to his extensive knowledge and expertise in the chemical and polyurethane sectors, shaping his career trajectory leading to his current position.
Education and Expertise
Toni Puig has a solid educational background in chemical engineering and business management. He studied Chemical Engineering at IQS-Institut Químic de Sarrià, earning his degree from 1986 to 1991. He furthered his studies at Universitat Ramon Llull, where he completed a Master's in Economics and an Engineer's degree from 1991 to 1993. Additionally, he attended Milliken University, where he completed various leadership and financial management programs between 2001 and 2006. His education has equipped him with the skills necessary for effective product management and strategic business development.
Achievements in Sales Growth
Throughout his career at Milliken & Company, Toni Puig has been instrumental in achieving continuous sales growth in Europe for seven consecutive years. His efforts in value selling existing products into new industries and introducing new products have expanded the customer portfolio in the polyurethane sector. His strategic approach to business development has positioned him as a key player in driving the company's success in the competitive market of polyurethane colorants and additives.
Collaboration in a Matrix Organization
Toni Puig works within a matrix organization that includes teams based in Gent, Belgium, and Spartanburg, SC, USA. This collaborative structure enables him to leverage diverse expertise and resources across different regions, enhancing the effectiveness of product management and market strategies. His ability to coordinate with international teams contributes to the overall success of Milliken's operations in the EMEA region.