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 Nordics is looking for a Product Manager, Chemicals in Tampere, Finland to further support our disruption of the industry – if you’re up for the challenge, you’ve come to the right place! Our Chemicals team handles various sub-segments such as Performance Chemicals, Essential & Fine Chemicals, CASE, and Homecare & Industrial Cleaning.

The mission

Our new Product Manager will support the mission of managing a specific product portfolio within the Chemicals market segment (e.g. coatings, construction, chemical manufacturing, water treatment and processing industries) to meet principal targets, product gross margin and working capital targets, by contributing to and implementing the Business Strategy.

Main accountabilities of the role

• Implement the business strategies to ensure long-term interests of the businesses are protected 

• Set direction for Sales price ranges for the Sales Managers and Internal Sales Reps 

• Optimize purchase prices by negotiating with principals 

• Analyse and understand the strategy of principals in your portfolio to elaborate a marketing plan (market/product – client/market – client/product segments) 

• Maintain and develop relationships with Principals to retain existing business and gain new business 

• Act as technical support for the commercial teams (synthesize the information obtained from principals to cascade it to the commercial teams) 

• Prepare the necessary arguments for the commercialisation of the products to improve the impact on the sales force on the field and generate more projects 

• For Principals not covered by group contracts, negotiate and secure contracts to ensure long-term security of supply 

• Monitor, report and act on market and competitor activities to ensure that product strategies reflect current market activity 

• Monitor principal targets and define corrective actions 

• Responsible for reporting to principals 

• Update and maintain timely product data, pricing and documentation in the systems

The individual we’re looking for

We’re looking for a colleague with a proven success record within Chemicals who excels within the below experience and skills:

Professional experience

• Sound commercial experience in product management or technical/commercial roles within chemical applications (app. 5 years of experience)

• Strong understanding of the Nordic Chemicals markets and their value chains

• Experience working cross-functionally in an international or matrix organization

• Bachelor’s degree within chemical engineering or equivalent is a plus but relevant experience is equally valued – it’s important you understand the technicalities of the market

• Excellent communication skills whether it’s communication with your internal or external stakeholders –fluent English is required, and Finnish, Danish and/or Swedish are a plus

Personal skills

• You recognise yourself in the Azelis company values: Innovative & Resourceful, Agile & Empowered, Collaborative & Respectful, Transparent & Results Oriented

• You’re a motivated and enthusiastic self-starter who also appreciates feedback and teamwork

• You have ability to quickly absorb and apply new knowledge in practice to meet customer needs effectively

• You have strong interpersonal and relationship building skills with a diplomatic approach to solving problems

• Strong strategic thinking capabilities

What we offer

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

• Competitive compensation package

• Comprehensive healthcare plan

• Hybrid and flexible work opportunities empowering you to balance your professional and personal life Career opportunities within a truly global setting

• A welcoming and motivating workplace with supportive colleagues

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!

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