Meet our Shell Polymers Account Manager, Elliot Carnevale. Elliot has over a decade of experience in injection molding and extrusion, product formulation, and troubleshooting. As an Account Manager, Elliot is focused on managing relationships between Shell Polymers and its customers.
Account Manager
As its new polyethylene plant in Monaca, Pennsylvania begins operation, Shell Polymers has assembled a team of industry experts, aka Polymer Pioneers and Polymer Pros, with proven track records in polymers and their respective fields. In this article, we talk to Elliot Carnevale about his role.
Previously a Technical Service Engineer, Elliot solved customer problems with a fundamental approach. That included looking at part design, mold design, process, and material to develop a list of possible variables driving the issue. In his new role as an Account Manager, Elliot’s responsibilities have shifted to managing the relationship between Shell Polymers and its many customers.
Day-to-day, that can include interfacing with customers and considering how best to position the Shell Polymers offering to live up to customer expectations. Since much of Elliot’s job is done on-the-go, flexibility and adaptability are key. Being able to switch between writing reports and delivering presentations on the fly is a part of the job.
“At present, all eyes are focused on getting our business to a point where we can efficiently provide on-spec resin to our customers the first time, every time.”
Elliot Carnevale
Elliot’s focus since joining Shell Polymers has been making sure the team can efficiently provide on-spec resin to customers on a consistent basis. Shifting roles hasn’t shifted Elliot’s focus away from that goal as he does everything in his power to make sure Shell Polymers lives up to that standard.
When asked what sets Shell Polymers apart from other suppliers in our industry, Elliot points to the patience exuded by the team.
“I have very much appreciated our patience, enabling our commitment to safe operation and to quality,” Elliot said.
Talking about being safe and focusing on quality is easy, but living by those values on a daily basis is another thing. Elliot sees the team practice those values each and every day, helping Shell Polymers hit the expectations our customers have from the get-go.
And when it comes to our customers, Elliot prefers that they are as open as possible with the Shell Polymers team.
“Don’t hold back! Any feedback that our customers have for us, challenges us to re-examine our priorities and behaviors,” Elliot said.
This feedback-centric approach is something Shell Polymers prides itself on, adapting to client feedback as often as possible. As the team gets more feedback, it’s better able to adjust and adapt to customer needs, providing the best level of service possible and helping customers achieve their goals.
“It’s easy to talk about being safe, and to say you’re going to make choices to put quality first. I am seeing us live these values every day.”
Elliot Carnevale
After many customer interactions and conversations, Elliot has built a list of tips that customers can use to make sure they’re getting the most out of their polyethylene supplier.
Elliot loves to conquer mountains, travel, and has a goal of visiting all the continents.
Elliot’s love of fitness also translates to powerlifting competitions.
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