Strategic Product Manager
Detail posisi
Kewajiban
• Develop and maintain multi-level strategic relationships between Brenntag and suppliers of assigned products. This includes on-going interactive communication in the form of phone calls, supplier site visits, trade shows and other meetings as needed to achieve and maintain the desired relationship.
• Collaborate with internal customers especially product managers / industry managers to develop profitable supply programs that support current and long-term business objectives.
• Identify, assess and recommend new products and suppliers to support and enhance Brenntag competitive position.
• Effectively coordinate commercial activities related to assigned products and suppliers. This includes, but is not limited to, leading/supporting negotiation of frame contract, exclusive agreement, product price, credit terms, logistics and other relevant conditions of purchase.
• Develop, document and effectively communicate detailed market intelligence related to local, regional and global availability, cost price and demand for assigned products.
• Develop and maintain marketing tools such as Supplier and Product Bulletins to help promote products and suppliers to Brenntag Business Units.
• Own and develop opportunity (project) pipeline to profitably grow assigned products.
• Support Brenntag global initiatives (TFS, etc), values and business standards.
• Support Brenntag and GSO compliance programs and initiatives.
• Special projects and other additional responsibilities and duties as assigned by management.
Kualifikasi
• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year College or university is required. Master Degree in Chemistry or Business administration is a plus.
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in sourcing / procurement in Nutrition, Food ingredients industry and familiar with this industry globally.
• Deep understanding of procurement best practices, market dynamics, and supply chain management principles.
• Strong negotiation skills, with a track record of achieving cost savings and value creation through supplier relationships.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate business objectives into actionable procurement strategies.
• Analytical mindset, with proficiency in data analysis, financial modeling, and performance metrics.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Fluent in English (verbal and written).
• Ability to speak Mandarin is a strong plus.
• Able to travel (domestic & international) as required to meet business needs.
• Strong Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills.