Bayer announces National Sales Manager for spray polyurethane foam (SPF) business

SPRING, Texas, June 26, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Bayer MaterialScience LLC (http://www.polyurethanes.bayer.com/) has appointed Jeremy Parker as the National Sales Manager for the spray polyurethane foam (SPF) insulation and roofing materials business. Parker has been with Bayer for six years, recently serving as an SPF regional account manager for the south central United States. In his new role, Parker will lead national sales strategy for SPF in residential building and commercial construction markets.

Parker began his career in residential construction, working as a project superintendent for both production and luxury custom homes. Parker has completed the Spray Foam Association of America (SPFA) Professional Certification Program for SPF application, the Air Barrier Association of America (ABAA) training course and the Home Energy Rating System (HERS) rater course.

"Jeremy offers our customers a unique perspective and understanding of the opportunities and challenges in today's building and construction industry," commented Bill Brengel, General Manager for Bayer's SPF business. "His collaborative and practical approach will help focus our sales and technical teams on solving problems and achieving maximum value as our customers apply spray foam in a variety of applications."

Parker earned a systems management degree with a minor in business from Texas A&M University. He maintains active participation in the Spray Polyurethane Foam Association (SPFA).

Parker can be reached directly at [email protected] or 800-221-3626. He is based at Bayer's Spring, Texas production facility.

About Bayer MaterialScience:
With 2014 sales of EUR 11.7 billion, Bayer MaterialScience is among the world's largest polymer companies. Business activities are focused on the manufacture of high-tech polymer materials and the development of innovative solutions for products used in many areas of daily life. The main segments served are the automotive, electrical and electronics, construction and sports and leisure industries. Bayer MaterialScience has 30 production sites around the globe and employed approximately 14,200 people at the end of 2014. Bayer MaterialScience is a Bayer Group company. Sustainability is central to the company's business and is based around the key areas of innovation, product stewardship, social responsibility and respect for the environment.

Contact:
Russell Glorioso, Phone: 412-777-2051
E-mail: [email protected]

For more information about spray polyurethane foam product families from Bayer MaterialScience LLC, call 1-800-289-8272 or visit http://www.polyurethanes.bayer.com/.

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