The Company:
Established for almost 100 years, this specialist manufacturer has a world-wide presence and is responsible for the manufacture of ingredients used in everyday products. With a “people first” approach, they believe in empowerment and teamwork, resulting in exceptional staff satisfaction and retention.
They are now looking to add a Business Strategy, Analysis & Development Manager, who has a chemical background, to work alongside their Business Director to develop and implement business strategies across the business.
If you are degree educated (Chemistry or Chem Eng); confident in business mapping / benefits; have exceptional interpersonal skills, together with first class IT skills (SAP BPC desirable); we need to be talking to us.
Pay and Benefits:
Salary: Up to £69,000 plus bonus.
Role Type: Permanent, hybrid (3 days in the office)
Hours: 37 per week – flexibility required
Benefits: 7.5% pension; life assurance (8x salary); access to GP services.
Holidays: 25 days, rising to 26 after 5 years and the ability to buy more.
Travel: up to 50% UK and European travel
Other: Extensive training and development opportunities.
The Job:
Working alongside the Business Director, you will be responsible for:
1. Assist in managing the day-to-day operations of the business
2. Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers
3. Set, execute and analyse strategic plans for volume and profitability
4. Assist in the preparation and updating of price lists
5. Ensure sales teams are working from the most accurate data
About You:
You will already be working within a commercial role within a chemical-related environment, you will also need:
1. Degree educated (Chemistry / Chem Eng); an MBA would be advantageous
2. Confident customer-facing skills
3. Experienced in process mapping and business benefits
4. Exceptional negotiation and project management skills
5. An understanding of chemical plant and processing
6. Fluent English essential, French, and German desirable
7. First class analytical and problem-solving skills
8. Excellent IT skills including SAP
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