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You will be updated with latest job alerts via emailSymrise is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Product Manager to lead and manage our innovative cosmetic ingredient Micro Protection range. This role encompasses business development strategic planning and project management and includes overseeing a junior Product Manager. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the cosmetic industry particularly in the area of preservatives and possess strong leadership and communication skills.
Your Main Responsibilities
Develop and implement longterm strategy and annual operational plans.
Monitor and report sales figures tracking key performance indicators (KPIs).
Stay abreast of cosmetic market trends to support product range growth.
Develop and execute communication strategies particularly on social medias to showcase Symrises expertise.
Lead projects to develop new products and enhance existing ones.
Address daytoday portfoliorelated requests from internal and external stakeholders.
Collaborate with Sales R&D Raw Material Management Regulatory Product Safety Patent Production Planning Quality Control and other departments.
Manage technical projects at various customer sites in collaboration with sales teams and testing laboratories.
Create relevant product information documents such as brochures presentations quick sheets and advertisements in coordination with the marketing team.
Conduct customer and congress presentations to promote the product range.
Engage in technology scouting particularly in antimicrobial agents.
Coordinate preservative efficacy tests (PET) and other studies such as biofilm activity minimum inhibitory concentration and timekill tests with micro laboratories.
Oversee studies to enhance the value of existing ingredients beyond their antimicrobial properties.
Manage and mentor a junior Product Manager.
Foster a collaborative and innovative team environment.
About You
The ideal candidate should hold a high level Degree in Chemical Science with additional qualifications in marketing or business management being advantageous. They should have significant years of experience in the cosmetic industry with particular expertise in preservatives used in personal care products. Proficiency in English both written and spoken is essential along with strong IT skills particularly in MSOffice (Word PowerPoint Excel). The candidate must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills enabling them to work effectively in multicultural teams within an international environment. Additionally they should have a proven track record in managing multiple and complex technical projects efficiently.
Why Symrise
Symrise offers a dynamic and innovative work environment where you can thrive and grow. We are committed to supporting our employees with continuous learning opportunities and a collaborative culture. Join us and contribute to our mission of delivering highquality cosmetic ingredients that meet the evolving needs of the global market.
Full Time