Product Manager Product ManagerOur Brenntag team SA currently has an opening for a Product Manager in the Coatings and Construction business unit. This position will play an integral part in buildingand maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and customers within areaof responsibility. This role is also accountable for:Ensuring reliable and competitive supply of products for target marketsIdentifying newopportunities in the market in partnership with suppliersYOUR ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIESMarket knowledge and strategydevelopment Our Brenntag team SA currently has an opening for a Product Manager in the Coatings and Construction business unit. This position will play an integral part in buildingand maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and customers within areaof responsibility. This role is also accountable for:Ensuring reliable and competitive supply of products for target marketsIdentifying newopportunities in the market in partnership with suppliersYOUR ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIESMarket knowledge and strategydevelopmentSourcing and CostingExecute supplierapproval and vendor ratingNegotiate (budget)volumes, price, contractsImplement pricingstrategiesIncreasing exclusivesupplier businessReporting - internallyand to principlesIdentifying newsuppliers for potential strategic productsTraining of salesdepartment (technical expertise)Optimising stocks andmanaging slow movers/obsolete stocksSupport procurement department- forecasts to sales teamHandle major complaintsand claimsAdherence to CompanyStandard Operating Procedures & Policies YOUR PROFILEMatricTertiary qualificationin commercial field/sciences5 – 7 years' experiencein a Product management/Commercial function that includes managing complex andor significant supplier/customer relationships and key accountsPaint, Coatings,Adhesives & Construction/Chemical industry experience preferred.SAP experienceadvantageousExperience with CRM andMS OfficeMust have a soundunderstanding of pricing structuresAbility to understandthe complete commercial pipelines and resolve issues in area of responsibility.Strong knowledge ofimport / export, regulatory and logistics managementAble to work effectivelycross-functionally and with other business units' functional areas to achievecompany-wide objectives.OUR OFFERMarket relatedINTERESTED?We look forward receiving your application.Brenntag provides equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees of all backgrounds and identities to create a workplace where difference is valued because it forms a resilient and more innovative organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, religion or belief, parental and family status, or any other protected characteristic. We welcome applications from women, men and non-binary candidates of all ethnicities and socio-economic backgrounds. Brenntag is the leading global distributor of chemicals and ingredients, committed to connecting customers and suppliers within networks.We add value for our customers and partners every step of the way: through our product knowledge, innovation, and sustainable solutions, combined with our passion for service excellence and commitment to safety..Headquartered in Essen, Germany and with more than 17,500 experts at about 600 locations in 72 countries, our two global divisions, Brenntag Essentials and Brenntag Specialties, offer a full range of industrial and specialty chemicals and ingredients. Therefore, our clients and partners can count on us for global reach combined with local agility and execution.As an employer, we embrace diversity and foster a sense of community and collaboration in an environment where employees are encouraged to share ideas and work together. We engage our employees in the company's mission for collective success, by building long-term stability and safety through trust and clarity across the organization. We believe in empowering our employees to reach their full potential and shape the future.#J-18808-Ljbffr
