Business Development Director, NAM Beverages - Pri

Business Development Director, NAM Beverages
Princeton, NJ
Hybrid
CL P16

As an experienced Business Development Director, you will support and contribute to the overall growth of the North America Beverage Business in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

At dsm-firmenich people are at the heart of the company. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and value diversity in the workplace.

Your 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 bring 
•    A rich history and a promising future of bold scientific innovation and passionate creation with our customers; 
•    A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset;
•    A culture that prioritizes safety and well-being, both physically and mentally;
•    The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose;
•    An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future
•    We offer competitive pay, career growth opportunities, and outstanding benefit programs

You bring
•    Bachelor’s 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.
•    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.