Global Business Marketing Manager, Cosmetic Ingredients (m/w/d)

We offer a versatile and innovative range of high-quality actives with proven efficacy in the areas of anti-aging, anti-pollution, skin soothing, brightening, bronzing and firming as well as cooling and warming ingredients, moisturizers and solutions for oily skin.

We don't promise efficacy, we prove it! Thanks to our long-standing experience in innovative Research & Development, our advanced screening and analytical methods and comprehensive program of in vitro, ex-vivo and conclusive clinical testing, we meet the cosmetic industry’s needs for cutting-edge, efficacious and substantiated ingredients that make a difference to the consumer. A Scientific Advisory Board consisting of leading international dermatologists and scientists supports Symrise activities in the development of new ingredients.

Most of our active ingredients are worldwide approved, patented and based on a natural source. Our products are highly versatile, safe, and designed to work in harmony with the natural chemistry of skin and hair.

This position can be located in Clichy-la-Garenne (France) or Holzminden, Germany (Global HQ).

The role

As a Global Business Marketer for Actives & Botanicals, you will collaborate with product management to gain a comprehensive understanding of our Business Unit' specific market segments. Leveraging this knowledge, you will adapt global strategic marketing plans to craft compelling storytelling that speaks directly to our Business Unit’s target audiences. Your role will involve developing customized promotional strategies for each Business Unit and product category, ensuring alignment with our global brand identity.

Key Responsibilities:

Promotional Activities:

• Design compelling storytelling to highlight the unique selling points of products, translating product technology into customer benefits.
• Coordinate the execution of global promotional tools with external graphic designers, ensuring consistency with our branding guidelines.
• Develop innovative concepts to support product launches and promotional activities.
• Collaborate with Business Unit Heads, Category Managers, and Product Managers to align content development with the communication media plan.

Marketing Activities:

• Conduct market surveys and analysis to understand market trends, identify unmet customer needs, and provide insights with the support of CMI & Strategic Marketing.
• Coordinate and continuously update the category/product competition analysis at the Business Unit level, sharing insights with Global Strategic Marketing to create a unified competition view.

What we are looking for:

The ideal candidate will have a high level degree in Science with several years of experience in the beauty B2B industry, focusing on brand and marketing management. Fluent English, both written and oral, is essential, along with strong communication and presentation skills. They should be adept at translating technical information into engaging content using storytelling techniques.

Experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously, developing innovative marketing campaigns for diverse global audiences, and a keen interest in trends and new ingredients, especially Actives, is required. The candidate must be a strategic thinker with a commitment to problem-solving and driving projects forward. Strong teamwork skills and the ability to collaborate in multicultural environments are crucial.

Passion for beauty, exceptional business acumen, and a proactive, organized, and adaptable approach are necessary. Proficiency in market research methodologies, marketing tools, MS Office, and Adobe Suite is expected. Willingness to travel as needed is also required.

If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for beauty and a knack for innovative marketing, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team and help us shape the future of beauty marketing!