At Corbion, we exist to champion preservation in all its forms, preserving food and food production, health, and our planet.
Corbion develops sustainable solutions to improve the quality of life for people today and for future generations.
Product management links the market to manufacturing, and can translate market needs into the language of scientists, sales, and operations. Functional Systems is a key strategic pillar for our global strategy, encompassing blends of ingredients (i.e. enzymes, hydrocolloids, etc.) designed to deliver maximum functionality in markets such as bakery, dairy, and other foods market.
The Director, Product Management role is based in our North American (NAM) Headquarters and will report directly to the Vice President, Functional Systems. This role will play a key part in the strategic direction of the Functional Systems business and will be critical in ensuring the success of strategic plans, implementation, and growth.
Responsible for
- Establishing and implementing business strategy for respective area (3-5 yr time horizon); link the market/commercial to manufacturing
- Contributing to business discussions and decisions
Decision Making
- Decision making authority on supply planning, formulation, raw material selection, and make recommendations regarding progression of pipeline projects
- Pricing decisions on target setting and acceptance of variance vs. floor pricing in the market for the region
Accountability
- Understand and communicate Corbion strategy, market share positioning, profitability strategy for the NAM region
- Set price guidelines for respective categories to maintain competitiveness and achieve financial targets for the region
Key Activities
- Establish and implement the pricing strategy per product group/customer segment, and working capital guidelines consistent with profit and market share goals, consistent with overall Corbion price strategy and budget goals
- Drive the portfolio management of responsible categories, including lifecycle management, portfolio shaping, pricing, etc. Ensure insights are turned into action
- Define and manage KPI's for yearly accomplishment of the strategy
- Create and manage innovation (Type I, II, and III) portfolio/funnel - ensure that it meets the growth needs over time
- Assure the quality supply of solutions by working with all functional groups across Corbion
- Be the voice of the strategy and align the various cross functional groups to the goals of the strategy
- Develop key raw material strategies and aid in leading strategic sourcing partnerships with critical suppliers
- Develop, define, and drive product related improvement initiatives
- Drivie demand shaping activities on constrained assets (preventing long term shortage)
- Crisis management (supply shortage, product failure or regulatory changes)
- Own the budget (spend) for your area (make a recommendation/rationale to Sr. Director)
- May have direct report(s)
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Food, Biology, Chemistry, Biotech or related field. Preferably Master’s Degree in food or business
- 15+ years relevant experience; some experience in PM, strategy, or commercial required; some people management experience preferred
- Skills in data, both quantitative and qualitative, analysis is necessary
- Exceptional communication skills to lead cross functional teams, and manage key internal stakeholders
- Ability to handle the complexity of a matrix organization
- Hands-on, self-starter with entrepreneurial spirit and a team player
- Travel will average ~20%
About Corbion
Corbion is the global market leader in lactic acid and its derivatives, and a leading supplier of emulsifiers, functional enzyme blends, minerals, vitamins, and algae ingredients. We use our unique expertise in fermentation and other processes to deliver sustainable solutions for the preservation of food and food production, health, and our planet. For over 100 years, we have been uncompromising in our commitment to safety, quality, innovation and performance. Drawing on our deep application and product knowledge, we work side-by-side with customers to make our cutting-edge technologies work for them. Our solutions help differentiate products in markets such as food, home & personal care, animal nutrition, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and bioplastics. In 2024, Corbion generated annual sales of €1,288.1 million and had a workforce of 2,399 FTE. Corbion is listed on Euronext Amsterdam. For more information: www.corbion.com
Corbion is an equal opportunity employer and committed to a diverse workplace. All applicants will be considered equally without regard to race, color, ethnicity, veteran status, religion, national origin, marital status, political affiliation, age, sex, sexual orientation, handicapping condition, membership in an organization or any other non-merit factors.
Corbion provides reasonable accommodation to applicants.
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