Savory Portfolio Director - Plainsboro, NJ or Vienna, ...
dsm-firmenich - Princeton, NJ
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Savory Portfolio Director Location: Plainsboro, NJ or Vienna, Austria Place of Work: Hybrid Is managing a product portfolio what you like to do? We have a vacancy that might suit you Savory Portfolio Director oversees the management and optimization of a complex global portfolio of building blocks used in savory taste creations. You'll ensure alignment with the business unit's strategic objectives and regional market-specific needs. If you're a strategic thinking with an analytical mindset, read on. You have an understanding of industry trends and customer needs and you enjoy collaborating cross-functionally. You can and will lead initiatives that achieve growth, market share and profitability targets. J oin our team and bring progress to life with our customers. At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work, benefiting to our People, Customers & Communities and driving business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated. Your key responsibilities Manage the portfolio lifecycle, develop and implement strategies for portfolio optimization. Identify opportunities to reduce unprofitable complexity via rationalization or reformulation. Monitor key financial metrics to understand performance and drivers of profitability to ensure appropriate actions taken to achieve growth targets and maintain competitiveness. Collaborate with regions and pricing offices on competitive pricing strategies. Identify potential risks and challenges and develop mitigation strategies. Identify portfolio gaps for regional must-win battles. Challenge status-quo, propose innovation or alternative sourcing solutions to improve competitiveness. Anticipate market shifts, cost escalation, regulatory changes, and other external factors that may impact performance and competitiveness. Actively engage with key stakeholders, which includes operations, procurement, SBU and regional BUs, creation leaders, pricing office and innovation to ensure alignment on strategic initiatives. Serve as the primary point of contact in the global business for savory taste palette-related matters, including ISOL savory ingredients. Monitor competitive landscape to identify growth opportunities and to mitigate risk, working closely with savory regional BUs and SBU. Foster strong connections across global network of flavorists and technical teams to enhance adoption of best in class / most competitive solutions. This position is eligible for the dsm-firmenich Hybrid Working model, spending 2-3 days per week in the company office and the balance of the week in a home office. We bring A rich history and a promising future of bold scientific innovation and passionate creation with our customers, in a category of one A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose A flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected - regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity A firm belief that working together with our customers is the key to achieving great things An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future You bring Minimum 8 years of experience in the food ingredient/flavors or allied industry in product /portfolio management or related roles. Expertise in savory ingredients is required Strong strategic thinking, financial acumen and analytical skills Ability to see the bigger picture and to translate insights into actionable plans and initiatives Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams Results-driven with a focus on achieving financial targets and business objectives Bachelor's degree required; MBA or master's degree a plus Our recruitment process Interested in this position? Please apply online by uploading your resume in English via our career portal by September 22, 2024. About dsm-firmenich As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world's growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people. dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate: there's a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich. dsm-firmenich is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. dsm-firmenich people are as diverse as our customers. For us that includes a commitment to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. We are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable sharing this, please let us know. Agency Note Please note this is a direct search led by dsm-firmenich. We only accept applications from candidates, not from agencies nor subject to agency's fees, percentages or similar.
Created: 2024-09-23