Global Marketing Director Pharma (Excipients)
Location: Europe or NJ USA
Job model: hybrid
Travelling: up to 40% globally
INTRODUCTION
The dsm-firmenich Pharma Division is dedicated to providing innovative solutions and high-quality products to the pharmaceutical industry. This division focuses on the development, production, and supply of essential ingredients, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), and other pharmaceutical products. It leverages the combined expertise of DSM and Firmenich in biotechnology, chemistry, and formulation to address the needs of pharmaceutical manufacturers and healthcare providers, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective, and sustainable pharmaceutical solutions worldwide.
As the Global Marketing Director Pharma at dsm-firmenich, you'll lead strategic growth plans for the Excipients market. Dive into market trends, craft compelling campaigns, and collaborate across teams to drive value creation. Shape our Excipient portfolio, including Taste Solutions and emerging technologies, turning insights into actionable strategies for sustainable growth in the Pharma Segment. Join our passionate team and make a significant impact!
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Develop and implement global strategic marketing plans to drive revenue growth in the Excipient segments, lead regional collaboration and adoption
• Manage the full marketing mix including positioning, messaging, distribution, promotion, and product focus
• Analyze market trends, unmet needs, and competitive landscape to identify growth opportunities and shape innovation strategy
• Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, regulatory, technical development, technical development, and legal teams to support claims development and business goals
• Drive new business development initiatives and innovation projects to expand the portfolio, both organically and inorganically
• Build and maintain a network of industry contacts to strengthen the dsm-firmenich brand and support long-term growth
• Develop and implement alternative business models to ensure mutual value creation with customers based on expert services
WE BRING
• Unique career paths across health, nutrition and beauty - explore what drives you and get the support to make it happen
• A chance to impact millions of consumers every day – sustainability embedded in all we do
A science led company, cutting edge research and creativity everywhere – from biotech breakthroughs to sustainability game-changers, you’ll work on what’s next
Growth that keeps up with you – you join an industry leader that will develop your expertise and leadership
A culture that lifts you up – with collaborative teams, shared wins, and people who cheer each other on.
A community where your voice matters – it is essential to serve our customers well.
YOU BRING
• A technical university bachelor’s degree with specialization in chemistry, biochemistry, formulation science, or pharmaceutical science
• Additional master’s in business or marketing is a strong preference
• Minimum 10 years of B2B marketing or business development experience in the science-based pharmaceutical ingredient industry is a must criterion
• Strong understanding of the pharmaceutical ingredient market, including Specialty Excipient manufacturing
• Proven success in developing and executing B2B marketing strategies, including positioning, innovation, and competitive differentiation
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and work cross-functionally in a matrix organization
• Project management experience with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Experience working internationally or cross-culturally
• Fluency in English (both written and spoken)
ABOUT DSM-FIRMENICH
At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them.
Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.
From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.
And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future.
Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Interested in this position? Please apply on-line by uploading your resume in English via our career portal. Due to data privacy reasons, we do not handle any applications sent by email. Please be so kind to use the link provided.
For further information, please contact Julia Adamenoka, Senior Talent Acquisition Expert (Julia.Adamenoka@dsm-firmenich.com).
Pre-employment screenings are part of our recruitment process. You will be informed during the process what is expected of you.
DEI and equal opportunity statement
At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.
We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.
And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.
AGENCY STATEMENT
We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you’re applying as an individual, we’d love to hear from you. We’re not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.