Title:  Product Marketing Manager - Foodology (Food Ingredients)

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We’re thrilled that you are exploring career opportunities where you can continue to make a positive difference every day to keep our communities healthy, fed, clean and safe.

As a Product Marketing Manager for Univar Solutions, you will drive the P&L performance of the Foodology (Food Ingredients) specialty and differentiated product lines across multiple industry market segments. This position will work closely with key suppliers and internal personnel to support successful long-term growth and will collaborate with customers, suppliers, field management, Application Development Specialists, and field sales to establish and implement successful programs that benefit both Univar Europe and our suppliers.

What you'll do

• Responsible for business relationships with suppliers. This includes mapping and engaging interactions with management, technical, marketing, and supply teams.

• Accountable for P&L of selected product/s within market segments.

• Assist in the implementation, and execution, of the procurement, supply, sales, marketing, financial and logistical strategy.

• Support and own the negotiation of pricing and buying plans.

• Works closely with procurement, finance, and accounts payable to resolve supplier issues and remove supply chain issues.

• Works closely with marketing on campaigns, push products, and supplier engagement.

• Provides regular market updates to the field sales organization on assigned products, and coordinates training with suppliers for both technical and commercial.

• Prepares and submits reports as advised.

• Provides mentorship to Field Sales Organization, and others, on day-to-day issues, i.e. pricing, service, procurement, and supply.

• Facilitate business growth and communications relevant to the assigned market.

What you'll need

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (Chemistry or Chemical Engineering preferred)

• Successful experience (5 years minimum) in sales and/or product management.

• Food Ingredients (raw chemicals) industry experience is preferred.

• Analytical proven skills are needed to develop strategic data-driven decisions.

• Ability to develop and grow strong relationships with key suppliers and cross-functional partners (Marketing, Procurement, Finance, etc.).

• High level of decision-making ability balancing supplier needs and company objectives.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle diverse and significant workloads.

• Strong written, verbal and presentation abilities.

• Proven financial leadership skills.

• Broad knowledge of chemical distribution business and functions.

• Home-based, but some travel for supplier meetings, customer visits trade shows, and training.

Where you'll work

This is a hybrid opportunity. This role will spend 1-2 days a week at one of our offices. Office locations: Bradford/ Coventry/Chertsey.

It takes people like you and a global network of more than 10,000 employees to build a company where the best people want to work.  

As a valued Univar Solutions employee, you understand that we are more than a distribution company. From delivering vital ingredients for food and nutrition to helping keep drinking water safe, our company is dedicated to improving the quality of life with our customers, suppliers and partners as we serve the world’s most essential industries.

We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion.  Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges and respects the unique experiences, perspectives, and expertise of every employee. Through our dedicated Employee Resource Networks, we provide the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry while making a difference in our communities.  

Univar Solutions is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification.