Director of Strategic Business Development - Meat, Fish, and Plant-Based Alternatives
Flexible Europe, Austria, Vienna or Italy, Collecchio
Hybrid


Join Us as a Trailblazer in Plant-Based Innovation!
At dsm-firmenich, our ambition is to lead the charge in plant-based solutions, driving the future of food. In this pivotal role, you will be a catalyst for our sustainable market growth. Your mission: to craft and execute a dynamic business strategy for the meat and fish alternatives sector, seamlessly integrating with our plant-based vision and overarching company goals. Together, we'll achieve remarkable business success and transform the food industry.


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

• Contribute to the development of the meat, fish, and plant-based strategy in collaboration with leaders and across TTH.
• Develop a sustainable business strategy and plan for meat and fish alternatives, aligned with plant-based, TTH Regions, and Segments strategies.
• Monitor business plan execution and take corrective actions to achieve business objectives.
• Understand and analyze customer, market, and technological trends to define a sustainable product portfolio and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Build strong relationships with key customers and stay informed about competitive activities to offer competitive products and services.
• Drive innovation and product development for meat and fish alternatives, setting priorities to achieve business objectives and seize market opportunities.
• Manage an efficient organization, including structure, processes, systems, and culture, and lead a diverse team from various disciplines.
• Collaborate with Finance on pricing strategy, manage the yearly budget, and monitor performance indicators to facilitate timely decision-making.

We bring

• A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset
• 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

• Significant experience in food industry, preferably meat & fish alternatives and/or plant-based, having occupied positions in Business Management and/or Technical Sales
• People Management experience is a must
• Project and Portfolio management
• Proven track record of execution excellence
• Masters Degree in Business Management, Finance, Food Science or related areas
• English fluent, any other language is a plus

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: (here,) there’s a place for everyone with us.


dsm-firmenich is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Our 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 to share this, please let us know.


Important notes
This job title is temporary and will be adjusted once the job grading structure for the new Group will be adopted (covering among others: grades’ design, job evaluations, calibration, and job titles’ nomenclature). Until these adjustments are finalized, current compensation packages will be grandfathered for those whose new position turns out to be graded lower than their current position. This temporary period will last not more than 24 months for the legacy DSM Executives or legacy FIR SLT members, and not more than 12-18 months for all other employees from the moment the candidate moves into their new position.


Recruiting Process
Interested in this position? Please apply online by uploading your resume in English via our career portal Recruiter: Claudia.huber-newman@dsm-firmenich.com


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.
www.dsm-firmenich.com


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