Responsibilities

• 1. Define and drive the long-term (3–5 year) growth strategy for the Naturals portfolio, aligning with global BPC segment priorities Shape portfolio direction by identifying strategic growth platforms, white spaces, and innovation priorities Influence portfolio investment decisions, pricing architecture, and prioritization of NPIs
• 2. Translate global megatrends (sustainability, naturality, regulatory shifts) into clear strategic direction and actionable growth roadmaps Lead definition of value propositions and positioning frameworks for Naturals across regions Establish priority segments and customer focus areas (Tier 1, OEM/ODM, emerging players)
• 3. Drive alignment across R&D, Sales, Technology, and regional marketing teams globally Lead cross-regional strategic initiatives to ensure consistency in execution and portfolio deployment Act as a key interface between global strategy and regional execution teams
• 4. Own the strategic direction of NPI pipelines, ensuring alignment with future market and customer needs Guide global and regional teams on go-to-market models, commercialization frameworks, and launch priorities Influence adoption strategies at key customers and across regions
• 5. Serve as a recognized SME in Naturals and sustainable ingredients Represent the company in key customer engagements, industry events, and strategic discussions with Tier 1 Shape market perception through thought leadership, insights, and external visibility
• 6. Accountable for driving sustainable revenue growth and long-term value creation, not just execution of regional targets Influence long-range business planning, pipeline generation, and strategic partnerships Provide leadership through influence rather than direct authority across global teams

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required; Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Cosmetic Science, Materials Science, or related technical field preferred.
• 8+ years of Beauty & Personal Care ingredients marketing experience.
• Demonstrated ability to define strategy and influence business direction, not only execute plans
• Strong track record of cross-functional leadership and stakeholder influence at senior levels
• Ability to translate complex market insights into strategic actions and business impact
• Excellent communication skills with executive-level presence
• This role requires approximately 40-50% travel across North America, with limited international travel opportunities.

Preferred

• Master's degree in a Chemistry-related major
• Experience in leading ingredient companies (e.g., BASF, Croda, Evonik, Inolex) or OEM/ODM
• Strong expertise in naturals, sustainability, or green chemistry
• Experience working across multiple regions or global marketing roles
• Technical understanding of cosmetic ingredients/formulations