Manager, Segment Leader for SWG

Job title - Segment Manager, Sweet Goods - Asia Pacific

Location - Singapore

Reporting to the Associate Director, Segment Leader, Sweet Goods APAC , this individual would be responsible in supporting and driving the execution of the Sweet Goods category strategy across the region (Japan, Korea, Southeast Asia, and Oceania), with a strong focus on commercial activation, customer value creation, and innovation deployment. This role will translate the regional Sweet Goods strategy into actionable segment initiatives, supports priority customer engagement, and works cross functionally with marketing, technical, creation, and innovation teams to deliver sustainable and profitable growth.

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

• Support the Associate Director, Segment Leader, Sweet Goods, APAC in executing the regional Sweet Goods strategy, translating priorities into concrete initiatives and action plans
• Monitor segment performance, identify growth opportunities and risks, and support corrective actions where needed
• Develop and adapt customer ready value propositions for sweet goods applications, grounded in consumer, market, and application insights
• Translate emerging trends (e.g. indulgence, premiumization, affordability, better for you) into commercially relevant customer opportunities
• Work closely with the APAC Innovation Deployment Lead and technical teams to activate the Sweet Goods innovation pipeline in the region
• Collaborate with APAC Sweet Goods marketing, creation, application, and sensory teams to develop and roll out segment initiatives

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

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Marketing, Business, Food Science, or a related discipline.
• Background in dairy, bakery, or confectionery is a strong advantage
• 6-10+ years of experience in B2B marketing, segment/category management, commercial, or technical roles within the food, ingredients, or flavor industry
• Experience working across multiple APAC markets preferred
• Demonstrated ability to support strategy execution with tangible commercial impact
• Ability to translate insights into practical, customer relevant solutions.

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 ident ity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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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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