Assoc Director, Regional Category Management Americas Chemical

Ansell; Santo André; Híbrido; BRL 429.000 - 645.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

A global leader in protection solutions is seeking a Regional Category Leader – Chemical for its Americas portfolio, based in Santo André, Brazil. The successful candidate will have over 8 years in product management, focusing on driving growth through strategic portfolio management and commercial execution. This role requires strong analytical skills and fluency in English, with experience in Chemical PPE preferred. Benefits include competitive pay, hybrid work options, and development programs.

Serviços

Competitive compensation plan

Flexible and hybrid work model

Health benefits

401-k plan with company match

Paid time off

Continuing Education Reimbursement

Qualificações

• 8+ years of experience in product or portfolio management.
• Experience in Chemical PPE or industrial products preferred.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, complex environment.

Responsabilidades

• Own and execute the Americas Chemical portfolio strategy.
• Drive market share, revenue, profit, and volume growth.
• Lead regional product lifecycle management including launches.

Conhecimentos

Product or portfolio management

Strategic portfolio expertise

Strong commercial acumen

Analytical skills

Fluency in English

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Formação académica

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field

MBA

Ferramentas

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Overview

Why Ansell? At Ansell, we stay two steps ahead of workplace risk to deliver innovative safety solutions that enhance people's quality of life. As a global leader in protection solutions, we design and develop a wide range of products including gloves, clothing, and other protective gear to keep workers safe and productive across industrial, medical, and consumer applications. Ansell is looking for a Regional Category Leader – Chemical (Americas) to join our team in Querétaro, Mexico, Santo Andre, Brazil OR any US Hub location (NJ, GA, NV, TX).

Relocation and/or sponsorship to the US will not be provided.

What you will do

In this position you will play a vital role owning and leading the Americas Chemical portfolio, driving profitable growth through strategic portfolio management, pricing leadership, and strong commercial execution. This role partners closely with Global Category, Sales, Marketing, and Supply Chain teams to commercialize innovation, optimize the product lifecycle, and strengthen Ansell’s competitive position across North America and Latin America.

What benefits and opportunities does Ansell offer?

• Competitive compensation plan, including a performance based annual incentive.
• Flexible and hybrid work model.
• A culture of belonging and inclusion, collaboration thrives, and everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered—across our global community.
• Ansell University, LinkedIn Learning and Mentorship programs to develop professional and interpersonal skills.
• Opportunities to advance and grow within the company through LinkedIn Learning and Mentorships.
• Health Benefits: medical, dental, vision, short term and long-term disability and wellness programs.
• 401-k plan with company match.
• Paid time off (vacation, sick and personal days) and 14 paid holidays.
• Continuing Education Reimbursement.
• Summer Fridays.
• Regional Belonging & Inclusion Networks.
• Green office concept and a global mission of sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Own and execute the Americas Chemical portfolio strategy, aligned with global category direction.
• Drive market share, revenue, profit, and volume growth in partnership with Commercial teams.
• Lead regional product lifecycle management including launches, rationalization, transfers, and brand vs. OEM strategies.
• Define and execute regional pricing strategy based on competitive dynamics and customer willingness to pay.
• Partner with Global Category teams to commercialize innovation and activate regional initiatives.
• Lead VOC consolidation to inform portfolio optimization and new product development.
• Support commercial execution through sales enablement, training, tenders, promotions, and pricing actions.
• Facilitate regional NPD launches across marketing, pricing, forecasting, and inventory readiness.
• Partner with S&OP and Supply teams to manage inventory, allocations, and reduce aging or obsolete stock.
• Deliver portfolio reviews, competitive intelligence, and financial performance insights.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of 3 direct reports (4 indirect).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field (required).
• MBA preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in product or portfolio management.
• Experience in Chemical PPE or industrial products strongly preferred.
• Proven strategic portfolio, pricing, and P&L management expertise.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to translate strategy into execution.
• Customer-centric mindset with strong analytical and decision-making skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, complex, and evolving environment.
• Demonstrated people leadership and cross-functional influencing skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Fluency in English required; Spanish and Portuguese a major plus.

Join us to lead the world to a safer future, apply today!

Equal Opportunity Employer: Ansell is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, marital status, parental status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Ansell. Please inform the company\'s personnel representative if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.

Ansell is an EO Employer – M/F/Vets/Disabled and other protected categories.

Our Commitment to Belonging and Inclusion: Ansell\’s vision is about creating safe spaces where all perspectives are valued alongside individual contributions. We want applicants to know that we endeavor to create an inclusive environment that will consider all, regardless of age, gender, background, disability, veteran status, or experience alone. It drives Ansell as an organization towards a workforce that reflects the communities we operate in and serves our customers and stakeholders with pride.