Group Product Manager; m​/f​/d), OQEMA AG

We are looking for people with Qaracter! Welcome to OQEMA at the historic Schloss Liedberg site! This is where history and modern career opportunities come together. Discover a variety of professions in an inspiring environment and become part of our dynamic team! With our principle of the strength of our community in combination with the high level of expertise of our versatile employees, we have developed into one of the top 5 companies in European chemical distribution in recent years and continue to grow.

Our goals for the coming years are to continue to grow and strengthen our position in the market, and we are looking for people with character. Do you have Qaracter, are you ready to take on responsibility and make a difference? Group Product Manager (m/f/d) full time (38,5 h/week) | permanent Employment | Korschenbroich

• Develop and implement the Group strategy for assigned chemical products and product families, including product positioning, applications and target industries
• Take ownership of strategic supplier relationships across Europe and act as a key commercial contact for international chemical producers
• Lead supplier negotiations, develop sourcing strategies and secure competitive purchasing conditions, availability and long-term supply
• Manage the commercial performance and profitability of the assigned product portfolio, including pricing strategies, margins and profitability targets
• Identify market opportunities and growth potential based on developments in chemical markets, raw materials, applications, customers and competitors
• Coordinate European sourcing and product strategies across OQEMA's operating companies and support their consistent implementation
• Drive multinational customer opportunities and strategic growth initiatives together with Sales, Key Account Management and Business Development
• Support demand forecasting, inventory optimisation and working capital management in close cooperation with Supply Chain and local Purchasing teams
• Monitor chemical market developments, pricing trends, supply situations and competitive activities and translate market intelligence into commercial recommendations
• Define relevant KPIs, business reviews and performance reports and provide strategic recommendations to senior management
• Collaborate closely with Local Purchasing, Sales, Supply Chain, Key Account Management, Business Development, Logistics, Finance, Regulatory Affairs and Quality Management

• Degree in Business Administration, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or a comparable field
• Several years of professional experience in chemical distribution, chemical manufacturing or the industrial raw materials business
• Strong professional background in Product Management, Strategic Purchasing, Category Management or commercial supplier management within the chemical industry
• In-depth understanding of chemical distribution markets, including supplier structures, sourcing, pricing mechanisms, applications and customer requirements
• Established experience in managing relationships and conducting commercial negotiations with chemical manufacturers and suppliers
• Strong expertise in international sourcing and Supplier Relationship Management
• Sound understanding of pricing strategies, margins, profitability and P&L-related KPIs
• Experience in portfolio management, demand planning, inventory management and working capital optimisation
• Ability to analyse chemical market trends, raw material developments and competitive dynamics and translate them into commercial actions
• Strong commercial judgement, analytical capabilities and negotiation skills
• Experience working across international and cross-functional organisations
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a high degree of ownership and result orientation
• Fluent English;
  German language skills are an advantage
• Willingness to travel within Europe

• excellent work-life balance thanks to a 38,5-hour workweek and 30 days of vacation per year permanent, full time position at a dynamically growing company with long-term prospects a family-like work environment with dedicated colleagues, open communication, an open-door policy, and short decision-making processes attractive annual bonuses Company pension plan as well as capital-forming benefits structured onboarding for the best possible and personalized training regular development and feedback meetings to support your individual growth a wide range of professional development opportunities,…