Petr Bures

Petr Bures has extensive experience in various roles within the chemical industry. Petr began their career at Bayer in 2001 as an Associate Research Scientist and Research Engineer in the Coatings and Colorants Division. In 2002, they joined Bayer MaterialScience, where they held several positions, including Product Manager, Market Manager, Business Head, and Director of Global Strategic Raw Materials and NAFTA Tolling. In 2015, they transitioned to Covestro, where they served as Director of Global Strategic Raw Materials and NAFTA Tolling before becoming Vice President of Global Key Accounts and Sales Operations in 2018. Throughout their career, Petr has been responsible for developing and implementing strategies, negotiating global supply agreements, managing divestments and acquisitions, and overseeing special project activities.

Petr Bures has a strong educational background in Chemical Engineering. Petr completed their Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering at Lamar University, though the specific dates of this program are not provided. Petr then went on to pursue a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Chemical Engineering at Purdue University, which they completed from 1997 to 2001.