Sales & Product Manager, Personal Care

Om jobbet

Welcome to Azelis!

Azelis moves goods but more importantly; we move markets! Through the application of science, we act as catalysts for innovations that positively impact people, communities, and our planet for a more sustainable future. By creating innovative formulations, we enable our customers to win and our principals to grow.

As a global leader in the distribution of specialty ingredients, we partner with app. 2,200 suppliers and combine our deep industry expertise to bring our 63,000 customers' products to life. Within Life Sciences and Industrial Chemicals, we're breaking new ground in our technical laboratories and professional local headquarters by creating opportunities through innovation. Globally, we employ app. 4,200 talented individuals across 60+ countries - that's 4,200 professionals, 4,200 problem solvers, and 4,200 go-getters.

Azelis Sweden is looking for a Sales & Product Manager, Personal Care in Sweden to further support our disruption of the industry - if you're up for the challenge, you've come to the right place!

The mission

Our new Sales & Product Manager, Personal Care (ingredients and applications for cosmetics, fragrance, and fragrance ingredients) will support a twofold mission: 1) Maintaining and developing sales within the Personal Care segment, and 2) managing a specific Personal Care product portfolio to meet principal targets. The role will be focused on the Swedish market and requires frequent travel across Sweden and regular travel to our office in Denmark.

Main accountabilities of the role

• Own and grow an expanding customer base by spending time in the field, conducting regular account visits, and building strong, long-term relationships with key decision-makers at all levels. You thrive in a role that keeps you on the road and close to customers
• Collect, analyze, and translate market, product, competitor, and industry insights into clear recommendations that support and shape the company's forward strategy
• Represent the company at trade fairs, exhibitions, and conferences, building a strong network and engaging with stakeholders across the industry
• Understand and align with principal strategies, translating them into effective marketing plans across market, product, and customer segments
• Build and strengthen relationships with principals to secure existing business and unlock new commercial opportunities
• Act as a technical resource for the commercial teams, synthesizing and translating information from principals into clear, actionable insights
• Develop compelling value propositions and sales arguments to enhance the effectiveness of the sales force and drive new customer projects
• Monitor, report on, and respond to market and competitor activity, ensuring product and commercial strategies remain relevant and competitive

The individual we're looking for

We're looking for a colleague with a proven track record of strong sales and product handling, within the Personal Care segment, who excels within the below experience and skills:

Professional experience

• Sound commercial experience in sales, product management, or technical/commercial roles within Personal Care, cosmetics, ingredients, or related industries (e.g. pharma or life sciences)
• Strong understanding of ingredients, formulations, or applications
• Experience working cross-functionally in an international or matrix organization
• Knowledge about the applicable regulation of the field is a plus
• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or equivalent is a plus but relevant experience is equally valued - it's important you understand the technicalities of Personal Care products

Personal skills

• You recognise yourself in the Azelis company values: Innovative & Resourceful, Agile & Empowered, Collaborative & Respectful, Transparent & Results Oriented
• You possess strong communication skills whether it's communication with your internal or external stakeholders - both English and Swedish are required
• You're a motivated and enthusiastic self-starter who also appreciates feedback and teamwork
• You have strong interpersonal and relationship building skills
• You're comfortable working with technology and software such as Microsoft Office, CRM, and ERP

What we offer

In addition to an inspiring work environment, Azelis Sweden is proud to offer:

• An empowered role with clear ownership of the Swedish market and active involvement in the Nordic Personal Care segment
• Competitive compensation package
• Pension contribution in line with market
• Private healthcare plan
• Hybrid and flexible work opportunities empowering you to balance your professional and personal life
• Career opportunities within a truly global setting

Our promise to you

People are our key assets - that's what we believe in. The Azelis culture embraces change as an invaluable opportunity to grow, learn and become ever better at what we do. And with a team that's united in passion, vision, and values, we believe that we can work together to achieve everything we set our minds to.

Azelis is proud to be an equal opportunity employer as we recognize the power of diversity, inclusion and belonging. Our company values (Innovative & Resourceful, Agile & Empowered, Collaborative & Respectful, Transparent & Results Oriented) and commitment towards sustainability are our northern stars for everything we do - and in the way we value our employees.

How to apply

Apply directly via the link on this page by submitting a cover letter, CV and other relevant documents. We look forward to receiving your application as soon as possible!

www.azelis.com