Global Business Director - Sales & Program Management (South Haven, MI, US, 49090) - W. R. Grace
South Haven, MI 49090
About the Job
Requisition ID: 23289
Built on talent, technology, and trust, Grace is a leading global supplier of catalysts and engineered materials. The company’s two industry-leading business segments—Catalysts Technologies and Materials Technologies—provide innovative products, technologies, and services that enhance the products and processes of our customers around the world. Grace employs approximately 4,300 people in over 30 countries.
Job Description
W. R. Grace is seeking an experienced Global Business Director – Sales & Program Management to join our Fine Chemistry Manufacturing Services (FCMS) team. This role is focused on both commercial & program management activities that accelerate the revenue and profitability of the GRACE Fine Chemistry business. The total number of direct reports is seven, five within Sales & Business Development roles & two program managers. Grace FCMS has been developing and supplying high-value custom APIs (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients) for over 40 years and is renowned as one of the market’s consistent, long-standing suppliers. With facilities in South Haven, Michigan and Tyrone, Pennsylvania, all our development and manufacturing is done domestically in the U.S., mitigating supply chain risk and optimizing timelines for our customers.
Responsibilities
- This is a key leadership role within GRACE FCMS Business
- Accelerate revenue and earnings growth by leading commercial activities within an assigned portfolio
- Develops business plans for assigned products, including pricing strategies, sales plans, and implementation strategies to exceed annual operating plan
- Lead sales function (5 direct reports) to build project pipeline including working with R&D to develop quotes for custom pharmaceutical opportunities
- Defines negotiation strategy with sales team and assists with preparation of sales contracts and master service agreements
- Responsible for the usage of the product asset up to the S&OP level including management of the program management team (2 direct reports).
- Responsibilities include manufacturing coordination, product specifications, product line rationalization, product planning coordination and new product manufacturability.
- Works closely with R&D, engineering, quality and manufacturing functions on design, distribution, and product specification / changes as needed
- Develops and improves supply chain strategies to reduce overall cost and improve service levels with customers
- Defines and develops product road map by determining customer needs and understanding industry trends to support capital projects at both sites
- Supports manufacturing strategy include capital investments and drives reduction in working capital
- Build contingency plans to ensure P&L and working capital targets are achieved
- Responsible for understanding competitive landscape, which includes competitor’s pricing, market share, customer, plants, cost positions, etc.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors / or Advanced Degree in Chemistry / Engineering / Business
- Minimum 10+ years’ experience or combined experience in sales, marketing, technical service, program management, and product management
- Strong knowledge of the Pharmaceutical Industry
- Cooperative mindset with peers and other stakeholders in the organization, especially with regulatory, quality, marketing, and other sales managers
- Excellent written and communication skills, fluent in English
- Ability to work independently in a fast-moving environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM software, such as Salesforce
- Exceptional customer service skills
- Strong listening and negotiation skills
- Business Travel up to 25%
- Job location is South Haven, MI.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience leading business teams (direct reports)
- Experience with Regulatory Starting Materials (RSMs) and Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API).
- 20+ years’ experience or combined experience in sales, marketing, technical service, program management, and product management
- Demonstrated history in accelerating revenue and profitability within a business
- Program Management Work Experience
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance and Disability
- Grace Wellness Program
- Flexible Workplace
- Retirement Plans
- 401(k) Company Match – Dollar to dollar up to the first 6%
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- Parental Leave (salaried only)
- Tuition Reimbursement
U.S. Employee Benefits Summary (grace.com)
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