Group Product Manager (m/f/d)

OQEMA Jobs; Korschenbroich; Remote; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent work-life balance

30 days vacation

Family-like work environment

Annual bonuses

Company pension plan

Car leasing

Job summary

OQEMA is recruiting a Group Product Manager (m/f/d) in Korschenbroich for a full-time role (38.5 h/week). You will develop and implement the Group strategy for chemical products, lead supplier relationships across Europe, and drive sourcing, pricing and profitability with cross-functional teams.

You will own market opportunities, coordinate European product strategies, and support demand forecasting and working capital management, while traveling within Europe.

Qualifications

• Several years of professional experience in chemical distribution, chemical manufacturing or the industrial raw materials business.
• Strong background in Product Management, Strategic Purchasing, Category Management or commercial supplier management within the chemical industry.
• In-depth understanding of chemical distribution markets, including supplier structures, sourcing, pricing mechanisms, applications and customer requirements.
• Experience in managing relationships and conducting commercial negotiations with chemical manufacturers and suppliers.
• Experience in international sourcing and Supplier Relationship Management.
• Sound understanding of pricing strategies, margins, profitability and P&L-related KPIs.
• Experience in portfolio management, demand planning, inventory management and working capital optimisation.
• Ability to analyse chemical market trends, raw material developments and competitive dynamics and translate them into commercial actions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the Group strategy for assigned chemical products and product families.
• Take ownership of strategic supplier relationships across Europe and act as a key commercial contact for international chemical producers.
• Lead supplier negotiations, develop sourcing strategies and secure competitive purchasing conditions.
• Manage the commercial performance and profitability of the assigned product portfolio.
• Identify market opportunities and growth potential based on developments in chemical markets, raw materials, applications, customers and competitors.
• Coordinate European sourcing and product strategies across OQEMA’s operating companies and support their consistent implementation.
• Drive multinational customer opportunities and strategic growth initiatives together with Sales, Key Account Management and Business Development.
• Support demand forecasting, inventory optimisation and working capital management in close cooperation with Supply Chain and local Purchasing teams.
• Monitor chemical market developments, pricing trends, supply situations and competitive activities and translate market intelligence into commercial recommendations.
• Define relevant KPIs, business reviews and performance reports and provide strategic recommendations to senior management.
• Collaborate closely with Local Purchasing, Sales, Supply Chain, Key Account Management, Business Development, Logistics, Finance, Regulatory Affairs and Quality Management

Skills

Product Management

Strategic Purchasing

Category Management

Supplier Relationship Management

Negotiation

Market Analysis

International Sourcing

Business Acumen

Education

Degree in Business Administration

Chemistry / Chemical Engineering

Job description

We are looking for people with Qaracter!

Welcome to OQEMA at the historic Schloss Liedberg site! This is where history and modern career opportunities come together. Discover a variety of professions in an inspiring environment and become part of our dynamic team!

With our principle of the strength of our community in combination with the high level of expertise of our versatile employees, we have developed into one of the top 5 companies in European chemical distribution in recent years and continue to grow. Our goals for the coming years are to continue to grow and strengthen our position in the market, and we are looking for people with character.

Do you have Qaracter, are you ready to take on responsibility and make a difference?

Group Product Manager (m/f/d)

full time (38,5 h/week) | permanent Employment | Korschenbroich

Your impact within the OQEMA Group:

• Develop and implement the Group strategy for assigned chemical products and product families, including product positioning, applications and target industries
• Take ownership of strategic supplier relationships across Europe and act as a key commercial contact for international chemical producers
• Lead supplier negotiations, develop sourcing strategies and secure competitive purchasing conditions, availability and long-term supply
• Manage the commercial performance and profitability of the assigned product portfolio, including pricing strategies, margins and profitability targets
• Identify market opportunities and growth potential based on developments in chemical markets, raw materials, applications, customers and competitors
• Coordinate European sourcing and product strategies across OQEMA’s operating companies and support their consistent implementation
• Drive multinational customer opportunities and strategic growth initiatives together with Sales, Key Account Management and Business Development
• Support demand forecasting, inventory optimisation and working capital management in close cooperation with Supply Chain and local Purchasing teams
• Monitor chemical market developments, pricing trends, supply situations and competitive activities and translate market intelligence into commercial recommendations
• Define relevant KPIs, business reviews and performance reports and provide strategic recommendations to senior management
• Collaborate closely with Local Purchasing, Sales, Supply Chain, Key Account Management, Business Development, Logistics, Finance, Regulatory Affairs and Quality Management

What we are looking for:

• Degree in Business Administration, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or a comparable field
• Several years of professional experience in chemical distribution, chemical manufacturing or the industrial raw materials business
• Strong professional background in Product Management, Strategic Purchasing, Category Management or commercial supplier management within the chemical industry
• In-depth understanding of chemical distribution markets, including supplier structures, sourcing, pricing mechanisms, applications and customer requirements
• Established experience in managing relationships and conducting commercial negotiations with chemical manufacturers and suppliers
• Strong expertise in international sourcing and Supplier Relationship Management
• Sound understanding of pricing strategies, margins, profitability and P&L-related KPIs
• Experience in portfolio management, demand planning, inventory management and working capital optimisation
• Ability to analyse chemical market trends, raw material developments and competitive dynamics and translate them into commercial actions
• Strong commercial judgement, analytical capabilities and negotiation skills
• Experience working across international and cross-functional organisations
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a high degree of ownership and result orientation
• Fluent English; German language skills are an advantage
• Willingness to travel within Europe

The #OQEMAfamily Benefits:

• excellent work-life balance thanks to a 38,5-hour workweek and 30 days of vacation per year
• permanent, full time position at a dynamically growing company with long-term prospects
• a family-like work environment with dedicated colleagues, open communication, an open-door policy, and short decision-making processes
• attractive annual bonuses
• Company pension plan as well as capital-forming benefits
• structured onboarding for the best possible and personalized training
• regular development and feedback meetings to support your individual growth
• a wide range of professional development opportunities, e.g., through our OQademy, access to LinkedIn Learning, and much more
• relaxed, casual dress code for office-based roles
• attractive car leasing through our partner Allane BusinessAuto
• subsidy for the Deutschlandticket as a job ticket
• Company bike leasing for sustainable and healthy mobility
• regular team and company events—because great work deserves great moments
• exclusive employee discounts through our corporate benefits portal
• comprehensive workplace health management, including eye exams for computer-based roles, flu shots, and health days
• a variety of sports activities, such as company runs
• free refreshments featuring fresh fruits and vegetables, water, and specialty coffee and tea
• Employee-Referral Bonus of up to €1,000
• authentic insights into our day-to-day work on LinkedIn and Instagram (OQEMA Group or OQEMA_Germany)

At OQEMA, we do not discriminate on the basis of gender, age, religion, political opinion, worldview, nationality, social or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, physical health status, or any other characteristics.

We strive for an environment rich in diversity and openness and offer our employees and applicants a workplace with complete equal opportunity. For us, “WE” comes first.

Therefore, we do not tolerate discrimination, racism, harassment, or bullying.