Sales Manager, Beauty & Care - South Korea

J ob title – Sales Manager, Beauty & Care - Perfumery & Beauty

Location – Seoul, South Korea

The global Beauty & Care Market is an exciting, growing market of around € 400 B. Megatrends, such as aging population, increasing health awareness, men's grooming support the growth of our industry.

We face a range of competitors from large multinationals such as BASF to smaller niche players. Price pressure is high for a majority of our portfolio, so cost leadership combined with innovation, diversification and excellent go-to-market strategies and understanding of our customers are crucial for our business.

At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work to not only benefit our People, Customers & Communities but also drive business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated.

Your key responsibilities

- Achieve substantial sales and profitability growth both with existing and new product portfolio
- Collaborate in the regional implementation of the regional Beauty & Care Strategy as well as customer segmentation and contribute to the global sales budget and GPx target.
- Closely collaborate with Regional Technical Marketing and Global B&C Headquarter to ensure seamless customer support and internal information flow of opportunities and actions.
- Effectively manage customer sales, projects and relationships to achieve the desired results within the budgeted costs.
- Deliver convincing product and concept presentations to customers.
- Support Global Key Account Managers to achieve global sales with top customers if appropriate.

We bring

- Empowerment to make meaningful contributions while upholding ethical standards.
- Recognition and celebration of your efforts and accomplishments.
- Opportunity to build a career making a significant impact on billions of lives, with the freedom to shape your own path.
- Dedication to creating better futures for customers, communities, people, and the planet.
- Responsibility and accountability in living company values and driving sustainable solutions.
- Supportive environment where individuals are empowered to progress and contribute to meaningful change.

You bring

- University degree in business and/or technical (chemical) background
- Fluent Korean written and oral skill with good written and oral communication skills in English.
- 3-5 years’ experience in Sales and Marketing at Cosmetics or relevant industry (Chemicals)
- Consistent track record of new wins and ability to identify and create new business opportunities.
- Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with customers, decision-makers and influencers, understanding and communicating customer requirements.
- Strong business acumen

Equal opportunities commitment

dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate, there’s a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich.

dsm-firmenich is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. dsm-firmenich people are as diverse as our customers. For us that includes a commitment to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

We are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable to share this, please let us know.

About DSM-Firmenich

As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people.

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