Now Hiring - Firmenich SA - Manufacturing Business Development Director, Beverages in Princeton, NJ

Full description of the position

Key Responsibilities:
Lead strategy, develop and execute category business plans to ensure BU meets growth and profit targets.
Contribute to the overall growth of North America Taste & Beyond Division by managing and driving growth and profitability in the respective categories.
Apply strategic thinking to identify new business opportunities, prospect customers and explore new business models relevant for the categories.
Be a strategic partner to Sales, demonstrating strong business acumen and actively engaging with customers at all levels.
Provide leadership and direction to the category team composed of Applications, Creation, Marketing and Consumer Insight to ensure successful execution of strategic plans.
Foster team collaboration across teams and other departments.
We value:
Strong cross-functional partnering, strategic relationship building and communication skills.
Absolute customer focus, solid project management and presentation skills.
Ability to work in a matrix organization, fast paced environment with tight deadlines while managing multiple projects and initiatives.
Ability to travel-approximately 50% domestically.
REQUIRED: Bachelors degree. 10+ years experience in a business development role in a related field/industry. Proven experience across a variety of Beverage Segments, with experience in alcoholic beverages desired.
We offer:
Culture that allows you to live your purpose, values creativity, and diversity.
Opportunity to work for a company that cares about environment and sets and achieve ambitious sustainability objectives.
Inclusive benefits package such as Hybrid Work model and generous parental leave
Work in a global and intercultural environment.
Great opportunities to learn and grow.
To be part of a company shaping a strong legacy through breakthrough industrial innovations and technology.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function. Firmenich is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran
We offer competitive pay, career growth opportunities, and outstanding benefits programs.

Job Type: Full-time