Are you interested in high-quality, natural, and tasty nutrition?
We are! It’s our ambition to shape the future of nutrition.
Döhler is a leading global producer of natural ingredients and solutions for the food, beverage, lifestyle, and nutrition industries. We use innovative technology to process plant-based raw materials and enrich products such as lifestyle drinks, cereals, dairy, and confectionery goods for almost every well-known brand. Close to 10.000 dedicated employees in more than 70 countries share one common goal - to ensure that millions of people around the world enjoy the products created by us.
We strive to inspire and empower our employees in everything we do, and we invite you to join our team – together WE BRING IDEAS TO LIFE.
Job DescriptionLead the Natural Performance Ingredients (NPI) business unit, defining its strategy and product priorities to deliver profitable growth. The role connects customer needs with Döhler’s capabilities across Taste, Colours, Health and Texture, and works closely with Sales, Product Management, R&D, Applications, Pricing and Marketing.
• Develop and implement NPI strategy (BUDP), including the M&A pipeline and strategic joint ventures
• Ensure execution of BUDPAs and management of the assortment with the product and the respective internal stakeholders
• Monitor revenue development and sales activities for the Business Unit and ensure developing and conducting measures for improving the revenue situation in collaboration with Sales
• Ensure a innovation projects (ITM) pipeline
• Define success metrics and analyse customer feedback and product usage in order to feed that back into the product roadmap and product lifecycle management
• Build a strong working relationship with the product organization and the respective internal stakeholders within our global matrix organization
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with our customers to build a deeper understanding of their needs, workflows and business challenges
• Support customer visits with the sales team and take over public appearances
• Ensure up-to-date communication and aligned portfolio updates on internal Media such as Portal incl. product portfolio displays and external Media on D-Portal in cooperation with Group Marketing
• Ensure in-house trainings to foster a deeper understanding of the product portfolio and the positioning are conducted
• Actively steer margin structure for the BU and initiate adjustments in close collaboration with Pricing team (Stop-Swap) in PMT
• Lead and develop the BU NPI team while improving processes, reporting and compliance.
• Manage the BU NPI budget, resources and priorities.
Qualifications
• Degree in Business Administration, Food Technology, Ecotrophology or a related field.
• 8–10 years of experience in product management, sales, marketing or business development, including at least 5 years of people leadership.
• Taste ingredients or taste solutions experience is essential.
• Proven ability to develop and execute business strategy, manage a product portfolio and deliver profitable growth.
• Strong commercial judgment in revenue, pricing and margin management; ability to influence stakeholders across functions.
• Strong customer engagement, communication and presentation skills.
What We Offer:
- Work with passion: We create an environment where passion meets profession. Meaningful work and positive energy inspire people to give their best and make lasting contribution to our shared success.
- Take ownership: We empower you to take ownership and share your ideas. Whatever your role, you have the opportunity to show initiative and make an impact.
- Grow your way: With flexible development opportunities across departments and a global team, you can broaden your skills, discover new strengths and actively shape your career path.
- Thrive in a global environment: Join an international team bringing together multiple cultures, languages and perspectives to spark new ideas and inspiration. Through global collaboration, you expand your horizon both professionally and personally.
- The team always wins: We build real connections and grow together. By sharing knowledge and valuing each other’s strengths, we create a culture where trust and team play lead to shared success.
Equal Opportunities for All
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds regardless of age, ancestry, disability, ethnic origin, gender, gender identity or expression, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, social background or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.
A good match starts with shared values. Complete our Culture Fit Challenge to find out how well your mindset aligns with the way we work.
Does it feel like a fit? Then apply through our online career portal and attach it to your application. Please note that we are unable to consider or return application documents sent by post.
Skills Required
- Degree in Business Administration, Food Technology, Ecotrophology, or a related field
- 8–10 years of experience in product management, sales, marketing, or business development
- At least 5 years of people leadership experience
- Experience with taste ingredients or taste solutions
- Ability to develop and execute business strategy, manage product portfolios, and deliver profitable growth
- Strong commercial judgment in revenue, pricing, and margin management
- Ability to influence stakeholders across functions
- Strong customer engagement, communication, and presentation skills
What We Do
Döhler is a global producer, marketer and technology-driven provider of natural ingredients, ingredient systems and integrated solutions. It serves the food, beverage, life science and nutrition industries. Its employees work across science, technology and innovation; the company reports more than 10,000 employees, including 1,000 in research and development, who are committed to making customers successful with its natural ingredient and integrated-solution offerings.
