Job description |
The Global Category Director - Collagen will be responsible for driving the strategic direction and growth of Rousselot's collagen category. This role will involve leading cross-functional teams, developing and executing category strategies, and ensuring the successful commercialization of collagen products |
Purpose of the job |
Grow the collagen business. Accountable for business growth, innovation, new product development |
Organizational position |
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Position in the organization |
Working closely together with R&D, marketing, sales, and supply chain departments in the region and globally |
Reports to |
Vice President Sales & Marketing |
Direct reports |
Yes |
Job specific Key Accountabilities |
Accountability |
Activity |
Expected result |
Develop strategic direction to ensure long term growth |
* Develop and implement global category strategies for collagen, aligned with Rousselot's overall business objectives * Develop pricing strategies and provide pricing guidance to ensure competitive positioning and profitability * Formulate and execute growth strategies for the collagen product line, focusing on market expansion and customer acquisition * Lead marketing promotion efforts, including digital marketing campaigns, social media strategies, and content creation * Drive sustainability initiatives within the collagen category, ensuring alignment with Rousselot's sustainability goals |
* Annual Strategic plan/update and execution * Updated & executed marketing & communication plan * Drive CSRD initiatives to contribute to Rousselot's sustainability goals |
Product leadership, innovation, data and science |
* Provide product management expertise, including overseeing the product lifecycle from development to market launch * Collaborate with regional teams to ensure the successful |
* Product management leadership * Commercialization of new products |
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commercialization and launch of new collagen products * Monitor and report on category performance, providing insights and recommendations for continuous improvement and opportunities |
* Monitor category performance and improvements |
Develop network and create partnerships |
* Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers, partners, and stakeholders * Manage events such as trade shows, conferences, and webinars to promote collagen products and engage with key stakeholders * Oversee lead management processes, ensuring effective tracking, nurturing, and conversion of leads into customers |
* Key account analysis / reporting |
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* Build network in nutrition & pharma * Presentations globally |
Manage teams |
* Lead cross-functional teams, including R&D, marketing, sales, and supply chain, to drive category growth and innovation |
* Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to influence and drive cross-functional teams |
Qualifications |
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Education |
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Level |
Master |
Degree |
Business, Marketing, Life Sciences or related |
Language skills |
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English |
Yes |
Other language |
Preferred |
Software knowledge |
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Systems and applications |
CRM knowledge |
Skills |
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Project Management |
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Knowledge |
Manage large projects |
Skills/Projects |
Experienced project manager |
Required certifications |
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Certification |
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Other relevant qualifications |
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Other |
Deep understanding of the collagen market and its applications is preferred Excellent analytical and strategic thinking skills Proven track record of driving business growth and achieving commercial success Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders Passion for innovation and sustainability Willingness to travel internationally as required up to 35% |
Key Accountabilities |
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1. Effective Communication |
Communicates information in a clear and direct manner (verbal and written), adapts the message and approach to the purpose, context and audience, and checks understanding. |
2. Job Knowledge |
Applies skills and knowledge effectively to perform tasks, solve problems, and make informed decisions that contribute to the overall success and efficiency of the organization. |
3. Drive for Results |
Demonstrates determination, persistence, and focus on producing exceptional results. |
4. Safety Focus |
Promotes a positive safety culture by working safe, maintaining open and honest communication, and focusing on preventing workplace incidents and injuries. |
Competences |
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5. Building Relationships |
Establishes and maintains strong business relationships with mutual respect and trust across the organization and with external customers. |
6. Judgement and Decision Making |
Evaluates data and courses of action using an unbiased and rational approach. Makes timely decisions that are well-reasoned and effective. Accepts responsibility for mistakes and faults. |
7. Business Sense |
Understands the business and the impact of the marketplace. Recognizes and seeks out new business opportunities to enhance the Company's performance through their individual contributions. |
8. Motivating and Engaging |
Demonstrates a sense of purpose and enthusiasm that engages others. Adapts own approach based on what motivates and engages different individuals. Creates and supports an environment where people are inspired to do their best. |
9. Resilience |
The ability to adapt, recover and bounce back, from setbacks, disappointments, and criticism. |
10. Self-Awareness |
Understands own strengths and limitations, and consciously considers own thoughts and feelings and how they impact others. Actively seeks out and is open to feedback. |
Knowledge |
The position holder needs to be a mastery of a specific professional discipline combining deep knowledge of theory and organizational practice or expertise across several different disciplines in a function or several different job areas across functions. |
Complexity |
The position holder needs to define and resolve issues involving (2 to 3 dimensions) operations/ human/finances that cannot be easily identified. Solutions to these problems are not easily identified |
Impact |
The position holder is directly involved with senior management in implementing business strategies that have a long-term (typically 3 to 5 years) impact on an organization |
Communication |
Come to agreement by managing communications through discussions and compromise; issues are short-term operational, medium-term tactical or limited strategic nature. This type of Communication is usually used to convince others to accept complete proposals and programs. The position holder has the authority to modify concepts, practices and approaches in order to eventually convince others to accept decision or outcome |
Team |
Teams manager Supervises a mix of team leaders and individual contributors Position is responsible for managing cross-functional teams related to special projects. |
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