Director of Strategic Business Development - Meat, Fish, and Plant-Based Alternatives

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 regardl