Business Unit Manager- Food & Nutrition at IMCD Group B.V.

, , Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Business development, Strategic planning, Market analysis, Sales forecasting, Inventory control, Supplier management, Team leadership, Commercial acumen, Microsoft Office, ERP systems, JD Edwards, Customer relationship management, Problem solving, Communication, Project management

Industry

Chemical Manufacturing

Description

Business Unit Manager- Food & Nutrition The Company IMCD is a leading global distribution partner, formulator and solutions provider of speciality chemicals and ingredients. We have operations in over 60 countries and as we grow, we keep our founders’ entrepreneurial spirit intact, creating a world of opportunity. We are driven by our five core values: partnership, freedom to act, entrepreneurship, integrity & trust, and financial discipline. In the Food and Nutrition division, we are committed to solving our customers formulation challenges and creating healthy, convenient and sustainable solutions that are consumer trend-led and exceed all expectations. To make this a reality, our specialists build a deep understanding of our customers’ requirements and bring our own insights to the table through an in-depth analysis of local market data, as well as an extensive knowledge of recipes, applications and processes. About the role Reporting directly to the Managing Director for ANZ, our new Business Unit Manager will oversee the management and leadership of the Food & Nutrition Business Unit, including supplier relationships, business development, and overall market growth and strategic vision across Australia & New Zealand. Responsibilities include: Maximise Gross Profit for products/suppliers by ensuring the continual availability of competitively priced quality goods Develop overall marketing programs for new and assigned products Prepare sales forecasts and annual targets for the Business Unit Analyse market trends and competitor products on the market to achieve accurate purchase planning and inventory control Source and develop new products, markets and supplier agencies Manage the volume of “stock on hand” Maintain current industry customer base and develop new customers / products Analyse global market trends in Food & Nutrition ingredients Development and management of a strong performing commercial team. About you Qualification- Tertiary Qualification in a relevant field, or extensive experience in the industry. Experience- Prior experience in a similar role is essential, with a proven hunger for sales and commercial acumen. IT Skills- Medium to high proficiency in Microsoft Office and exposure to ERP systems is critical. Familiarity with JD Edwards would put you a step above the rest, but not required. Leadership- You will be mentoring and managing team members to create a high-performing and cohesive team Customer Focused- The integration of our customers, principals, and internal teams are the key to our success and being professional and customer focused will have you succeed in this role. Resilient, able to multi-task and work under pressure – No two days are the same. We work at a fast pace, and often encounter tight deadlines. You will have demonstrable experience in working to an excellent standard when under pressure, adapting to complex or challenging situations as they arise and being able to prioritise deadlines. A can-do attitude – our values are central to all that we do. You will go a long way if you use your initiative and common sense, and are happy to roll your sleeves up and support the wider team while being able to work independently. Solutions-focused – You will be resourceful, able to understand and assess a situation, and calmly identify and implement solutions/ improvements. In return you will: Join an inclusive, supportive and diverse team Enjoy working for an international fast growing company with a strong entrepreneurial culture Free onsite parking Receive additional benefits such as quarterly and annual incentives, top-up parental leave, annual Wellbeing Day, and monthly on-site massages.

Responsibilities

The Business Unit Manager will lead the Food & Nutrition division by overseeing supplier relationships, business development, and strategic market growth across Australia and New Zealand. Responsibilities include managing commercial teams, preparing sales forecasts, and ensuring the availability of high-quality, competitively priced products.