Director, Product Management

Corbion•Lenexa, KS

3d•Onsite

About The Position

At Corbion, we exist to champion preservation in all its forms, preserving food and food production, health, and our planet. The Director, Product Management is based in our Lenexa, KS office 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. Within Corbion, p roduct 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.

Requirements

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 is required
Able to handle the complexity of a matrix organization
Hands-on, a self-starter with entrepreneurial spirit and a team player
Travel will average ~20%

Responsibilities

Establish and implementation of the business strategy for respective area (3-5 yr time horizon); link the market/commercial to manufacturing
Vocal contributor to business discussions and decisions
Decision making authority on supply planning, formulation, raw material selection, and will recommend progression of pipeline projects
Pricing decisions on target setting and acceptance of variance vs. floor pricing in the market for the region
Must know, 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
Establish and implement pricing the pricing strategy per product group/customer segment, and working capital guidelines consistent with profit and market share goals. Should be consistent with overall Corbion price strategy and budget goals.
Drive the portfolio management of responsible categories, including lifecycle mgmt, portfolio shaping, pricing, etc.
Responsible for ensuring insights are turned into action.
Define and manage KPI's for yearly accomplishment of the strategy
Responsible for the creation and management of the innovation (Type I, II, and III) portfolio/funnel - they should 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
Driving 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)
Other duties as assigned
May have direct report(s)