Global Product Manager, Care

Symrise is a global supplier of fragrances and flavors, cosmetic active ingredients as well as functional ingredients. Its customers include perfume, cosmetics, food and beverage manufacturers, the pharmaceutical industry and producers of dietary supplements and pet food.

The Group, headquartered in Holzminden, Germany, has more than 100 locations in Europe, Africa and the Middle East, Asia, the USA and Latin America.

Together with its customers, Symrise develops new ideas and market-ready concepts for products that form an indispensable part of everyday life. Economic success and corporate responsibility are inextricably linked.

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About the Role

As Global Product Manager, Product Protection, you will be responsible for driving the strategic development, growth and performance of a portfolio of cosmetic ingredients within the Micro Protection Business Unit. This role can be based either in Clichy (Paris, France) or Holzminden (Germany). Acting as the global business owner for your product range, you will define and execute strategies that support business growth, innovation and profitability while addressing evolving market and customer needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and implement global product strategies aligned with category objectives and business priorities.
• Manage the full product lifecycle, from market assessment and product launches to portfolio optimization and discontinuation decisions.
• Analyze market trends, customer needs and competitive activity to identify growth opportunities.
• Drive innovation initiatives and support the development of new products in collaboration with R&D and cross-functional teams.
• Develop business cases, pricing strategies and go-to-market plans to maximize revenue and profitability.
• Act as the central point of contact for all functions involved in the lifecycle of the product portfolio.
• Collaborate closely with Sales, Marketing, R&D, Regulatory, Operations and Supply Chain teams to ensure successful execution of business plans.
• Monitor portfolio performance and recommend actions to achieve commercial and strategic objectives.

About You

You are a strategic and commercially driven professional with a passion for innovation, product management and market development. You enjoy working in a global environment and have the ability to connect market insights, customer needs and business objectives to deliver sustainable growth.

What You'll Bring

• University degree in Business, Marketing, Chemistry, Cosmetic Science, Life Sciences or a related field.
• Several years of experience in product management, marketing, business development or a related commercial role, ideally within the cosmetics, personal care or specialty ingredients industry.
• Strong understanding of product lifecycle management and portfolio strategy.
• Proven ability to identify market opportunities and translate them into successful business initiatives.
• Strong analytical and financial acumen, with experience managing profitability and growth targets.
• Excellent project management and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across functions, cultures and geographic regions.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence diverse audiences.
• Fluency in English; additional languages are an advantage.
• An entrepreneurial mindset, a proactive approach and a genuine interest in innovation and customer success.

Our Offer

Become part of our open and transparent culture. It will give you the opportunity to flourish and to develop inspiring experiences that contribute to the health and well-being of consumers in 160 countries around the world. Putting our employees in the focus fuels our strong company growth above market rates and makes us an excellent place to develop your career.

Come join us and embark on a fascinating journey with Symrise.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.