🗝️ Beauty & Personal Care | International Product Strategy | Supplier Management | Innovation Leadership

Add Element [E] to your daily formula

At IMCD the Element E is yours to explore and enjoy.

It is the missing element in the Periodic table of Elements, it is our own X-factor.

It allows you to bind your ambitions and skills with emerging markets, innovative solutions, and bold future visions.

Are you ready to shape the future of beauty through innovation, strategy, and global collaboration? Do you thrive on working with world-class suppliers, cross-border teams, and cutting-edge ingredients? Then step into this key international role and help us elevate IMCD’s Beauty & Personal Care business to new heights.

What you’ll do

As our International Product Manager, you will play a pivotal role in expanding and managing our Beauty & Personal Care portfolio across multiple countries. With a commercial scope of approximately €30 million and ambitious growth targets, you will:

• Drive supplier success: Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned suppliers. Lead commercial, technical, and developmental engagement, and conduct regular business reviews.
• Develop strategy & execute plans: Build and implement strategic roadmaps with suppliers and IMCD country teams to drive >10% annual growth.
• Champion innovation: Collaborate with IMCD’s technical and application teams to launch innovative ingredients and formulations aligned with market trends.
• Ensure operational excellence: Oversee supply chain activities for your product range, ensuring optimal inventory levels and customer service.
• Enable growth & insight: Use CRM systems like Salesforce to monitor the pipeline and performance, and identify growth opportunities across markets.
• Lead market engagement: Strengthen customer and supplier relationships while promoting an entrepreneurial mindset across the business.

What you bring

• A university degree in Business, Chemistry, or a related scientific field.
• At least 7 years of experience in the Beauty & Personal Care industry, ideally in a commercial or product management role.
• Proven track record in managing international business and driving sales growth.
• Strong knowledge of the European personal care market and distribution dynamics.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills with the ability to influence internal and external stakeholders.
• A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset and comfort with international travel (30–40%).
• A big plus if you have experience in colour cosmetics.

What we offer

• A competitive total compensation package including base salary and variable bonus.
• The opportunity to collaborate with global suppliers and high-performing teams.
• A dynamic, international environment that fosters innovation and sustainable growth.
• Resources and support to accelerate your personal and professional development.
• The ability to make a real impact in shaping the future of Beauty & Personal Care.

About IMCD

IMCD is a leading global distributor and formulator of specialty chemicals and ingredients. Headquartered in Rotterdam, we operate in more than 60 countries with over 5,100 employees. With 82 application laboratories and a digital-first approach, we co-create formulations that shape a more sustainable and innovative future.

In 2024, IMCD reported revenues of €4.7 billion and is listed on Euronext Amsterdam (AEX). We are driven by entrepreneurship, powered by collaboration, and passionate about enabling progress.

Ready to add Element [E] to your career?

Apply now and help us drive innovation and excellence in the global Beauty & Personal Care industry: send your CV to [email protected]

This role is available in the Netherlands, France, Italy, Spain and other locations across Europe.