Segment Manager Senior Director- Decorative

Segment Manager Senior Director- Decorative

  • Post Date:14th November 2024
  • Apply Before: 14th November 2024
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Job Description

About the job

At Hempel, we’re on a mission to double our impact. From decorative paint to marine coatings across the world. To succeed, we need to move fast. Most importantly, we need you, your ideas, drive and ambition.

We welcome you to an ambitious and growing global company, where we take pride in what we achieve together.

Our Segment Management Senior Director in Decorative (Deco) owns the creation and ownership of the overall strategy, working closely with our Brand Vice Presidents and cross-functional leads to develop tailored solutions, strategies and initiatives. You will collaborate across all brands to ensure clear communication and alignment, driving alliance through initiatives like establishing centralized activities (COEs) and developing unified processes for sales, product offerings, and resource optimization. You will also serve as a center of excellence, supporting all brands while connecting cross-brand initiatives and cross-functional projects. They champion our One Deco, Stronger Together vision and lead Key Areas of Focus to achieve our strategy. Preferred location is Copenhagen or UK.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for driving the overall strategy and direction for the Deco segment at Hempel, collaborating with business and brand leaders within Deco, as well as cross-functionally across Hempel. Key responsibilities include:

  • Developing Deco’s strategy, leading product innovation initiatives, and driving sustainability efforts.
  • Leading marketing excellence and eCommerce development, as well as product portfolio management, including new product development and compliance.
  • Additionally, the position is responsible for central support initiatives like Product Management excellence, commercial excellence, and market insights, while encouraging positive relationships across the organization and leading large-scale transformations.
  • The ideal candidate balances strategic thinking with execution, influences key stakeholders, and brings innovative leadership to streamline processes and drive efficiencies.

Education

  • Master of Business Administration (MBA)/related field or equivalent experience

Knowledge/Skills/Traits

  • English speaking and written fluency at business level
  • Quality oriented, continuous improvement approach, with the ability to work under high pressure environments and meeting bold deliverables
  • Collaborative, open minded, flexible and adaptable attitude
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Experience with sales software (CRM)
  • Strong communication skills working cross functionally and across different levels
  • Ability to collaborate effectively, build strong relationships and influence the broader organization
  • Proactive, Creative and Innovative approach

Experience

  • At least 10 years of experience in Sales/Marketing functions, with focus on leading products, brands, customers and innovation
  • Experience with strategic organizational planning, including data analysis
  • Experience in working in a global setting and in acquisition environments
  • ERP system: Microsoft preferred
  • MS Office (Advanced Excel & PowerPoint)
  • CRM Software

To apply for this position, please submit your application letter with a CV in English via our recruitment system by clicking the link ‘Apply for position’ at the top-right corner.

Join Hempel

At Hempel, you’re welcomed into a global community of +7000 colleagues around the world. A workplace built on shared trust, mutual respect and support for each other.

We’re on a mission to double our impact. To succeed, we need bright minds and team players. Which is why, from day one, your input, ideas and initiative are not only welcomed but expected. In return, you will enjoy great opportunities for development in a growing global company – and be part of the solution by contributing to our global impact.

At Hempel, we are committed to ensuring everyone feels safe, valued and treated equally, in an environment where each employee can bring their authentic selves to work. We believe that inclusion is key to innovation, and by bringing together the most diverse perspectives and talents, we can achieve great things, together.

We are proud to be majority owned by the Hempel Foundation, a commercial foundation dedicated to making a difference, with our earnings contributing to a multitude of philanthropic activities every year. It means that when working at Hempel, your hard work and dedication contributes to a greater cause, making your career matter twice.

Learn more about Hempel and our commitments on hempel.com/career.

Application due

2024-10-31

Seniority Level

Director

Job Functions

Marketing, Project Management, Sales

Industry

Chemicals

Across the globe, Hempel’s coatings solutions protect surfaces, structures and equipment. They extend asset lifetimes, reduce maintenance costs and make homes and workplaces safer and more colourful. Hempel was founded in Copenhagen, Denmark in 1915 by J.C. Hempel, and is solely owned by the Hempel Foundation, which not only ensures a solid economic base for the company, but is dedicated to making a difference in the world by empowering children to learn, supporting coatings science and sustaining biodiversity.

To apply please click the link: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4039095466