Dr. Jens Josten
About Dr. Jens Josten
Dr. Jens Josten is the Head of Supply Chain at Venator Materials Plc, where he has worked since 2023. He has extensive experience in operations and management roles at DuPont Performance Polymers and Venator, with a strong academic background in Technical and Polymer Chemistry.
Current Role at Venator Materials
Dr. Jens Josten serves as the Head of Supply Chain at Venator Materials Plc, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he oversees supply chain operations, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in the management of resources. Additionally, he has been the Head of the Titanium Dioxide Production Unit since 2021, where he focuses on the production processes and operational excellence within this specific unit. His extensive experience in supply chain management contributes to the company's strategic objectives.
Previous Experience at Venator Materials
Prior to his current roles, Dr. Josten worked at Venator Materials Plc as the Plant Manager for the TiO2 SMB from 2018 to 2021. In this capacity, he managed plant operations and ensured production targets were met. He also served as Transformation Manager from 2016 to 2021, where he was responsible for implementing changes to improve operational efficiency and drive performance improvements across the organization.
Career at DuPont Performance Polymers
Dr. Josten's career at DuPont Performance Polymers spanned several roles over multiple years. He began as Production Manager for Resin Production at DuPont Performance Coatings from 1996 to 2005. He then transitioned to various managerial positions, including Operations Manager for POM Delrin from 2008 to 2011, Unit Manager for Nylon Zytel from 2011 to 2014, and Regional Continuous Improvement Champion from 2014 to 2016. His roles involved overseeing production processes and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Educational Background
Dr. Josten studied at the University of Duisburg-Essen, where he specialized in Technical and Polymer Chemistry, earning a Doctorate (Dr. rer. nat.) from 1985 to 1996. His foundational education includes completing the Abitur at Comprehensive Secondary School (Gymnasium) Voerde from 1981 to 1984, and achieving Mittlere Reife at Secondary School (Realschule) Voerde from 1975 to 1981. He also attended Pestalozzi Elementary School (Grundschule) Voerde from 1971 to 1975.