Strategic Transformation Director

Job Title: Strategic Transformation Director
Location: São Paulo, Brazil

This position is the strategic engine of the Taste Texture and Health Business Unit transformation in Latin America.
The Strategic Transformation Manager will be responsible for designing and leading the region’s Strategic Roadmap, driving profitable growth, commercial excellence, and integration across markets and global teams.
They will lead critical initiatives in transformation, M&A, pricing, and process optimization, working directly with the Taste Texture and Health Leadership Committee and influencing high-impact decisions.

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

Key Responsibilities

Lead the LATAM Strategic Roadmap, acting as a member of the Taste Texture and Health Regional Leadership Team and ensuring alignment with global priorities.
Drive regional transformation initiatives, including implementation of new systems, processes, and change management programs, ensuring engagement and adoption across the region.
Manage the regional project pipeline.
Participate in M&A studies, from target identification and financial analysis to integration planning and execution.
Lead the LATAM Pricing area, ensuring governance, competitiveness, profitability, and adherence to global guidelines.
Conduct deep analyses of market trends, performance, profitability, and competitiveness, identifying growth opportunities and activating commercial and regional teams for corrective plans.
Orchestrate cross-functional initiatives (Commercial, Finance, Operations, Digital, Procurement, and Global Teams), ensuring disciplined execution, operational excellence, and sustainable impact.

We Bring

Empowerment to make meaningful contributions while upholding ethical standards.
Recognition and celebration of your efforts and accomplishments.
Opportunities for growth and advancement for those who embrace innovation and take initiative.
Collaboration with experts in health, nutrition, and beauty to drive progress.
A customer-first approach, working with world-renowned brands to turn ideas into impactful solutions.
The opportunity to build a career that makes a significant impact on billions of lives, with the freedom to shape your own path.

You Bring

A degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Engineering, or related fields; an MBA or postgraduate degree in Finance or Strategy is preferred.
Experience in Food & Beverage, Flavors, Ingredients, or Strategic Consulting, with a background in strategy, finance, commercial areas, M&A, or pricing.
Strong command of data analysis, P&L, market intelligence, profitability, and business case development.
Solid experience in organizational transformation, implementation of global programs, and change management.
Experience leading regional teams in highly matrixed and multicultural environments (LATAM + Global).
Advanced English; Spanish is desirable. A profile with strong executive maturity, holistic business vision, and political savvy to navigate complex environments.

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.

Inclusion, Belonging, and Equal Opportunity Statement

At dsm-firmenich, we believe that 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.