**Manager, Global Product Business Segment, Natural Materials** **Exton, PA (On-site)** The Manager, Global Product Business Segment, Natural Materials is responsible for the management of the specified product group and development of short/mid/long-term business plans for the product group offerings and transfers those into the daily business activities including monitoring of success. This includes supply and demand planning (including coordination at the production sites), business analysis, product pricing and monitoring & development of the product launch road map (in close alignment with marketing). At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work to not only benefit our People, Customers & Communities but also drive value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated. **Key Responsibilities:** + Responsible for achieving all financial targets for the product group, including product pricing, forecasting and monitoring of sales performance on a regular basis + Work with supply chain and production to monitor inventory and guide production planning to ensure product availability to meet customer requirements + Monitor market developments, trends and competitor activity to identify opportunities, new products and capabilities. + Develop a process for prioritization and evaluation of custom inquiries. Support development of proposals with technical teams. Responsible for proposal pricing. + Participate in project teams for custom projects to ensure customer requirements are implemented and targets are met on time and on budget. + Responsible for the execution of the strategic business plan, including planning and execution of product launch roadmap + Participate in negotiation of supply and quality agreements and review final customer contracts prior to execution. **We Bring:** + Customer-first approach, working with world-renowned brands to turn ideas into impactful solutions. + Supportive environment where individuals are empowered to progress and contribute to meaningful change. + Recognition and celebration of your efforts and accomplishments. + Opportunity to build a career making a significant impact on billions of lives, with the freedom to shape your own path. + Dedication to creating better futures for customers, communities, people, and the planet. + Responsibility and accountability in living company values and driving sustainable solutions. **You Bring:** + BS Degree in a Technical, Sales, Business or Marketing related field. + Minimum 5 years' experience in a technical, sales or marketing function with a strong technical or business background. + Extensive knowledge of the medical device industry or other regulated industry preferred. + A thorough understanding of financial evaluation techniques (especially cost and profitability analysis) is essential. + Excellent verbal and written communication skills. + Strong communication and leadership skills, as well as the ability to define decision processes, manage groups and execute plans on rigid timetables are essential. + Basic knowledge of FDA GMP, ISO and Excipient regulations. + A thorough understanding of financial evaluation techniques (especially cost and profitability analysis) is essential. 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: there’s a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich. dsm-firmenich is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. dsm-firmenich 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 regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. We are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable sharing this, please let us know. Please note this is a direct search led by dsm-firmenich. We only accept applications from candidates, not from agencies nor subject to agency’s fees, percentages or similar.