Global Strategic Marketing Manager Ruminants

Nutreco; Amersfoort; On-site; EUR 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

30 vacation days

Hybrid work

Job summary

Nutreco is seeking a Global Strategic Marketing Manager – Ruminants to own the marketing direction for the ruminant business. You will craft and execute strategies, oversee product lifecycles, and drive innovation in collaboration with R&D, Product Management, and Sales.

The role requires guiding cross-functional teams, translating market insights into GTM plans, and leading initiatives that strengthen Nutreco’s market leadership in ruminant nutrition across Amersfoort and Western Europe.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of leadership experience in marketing within the ruminant nutrition or animal health industry.
• Strong business acumen and ability to align marketing with corporate goals.
• Proven track record in strategic marketing, brand management and product lifecycle strategies.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing stakeholder relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive marketing strategies for the ruminants business.
• Oversee portfolio management and lifecycle strategies for ruminant products and services.
• Drive innovation in marketing, new product development and service offerings.
• Collaborate with R&D, Product Management and Sales to bring scientific advancements to market.
• Translate customer insights and market trends into actionable plans and GTM strategies.
• Implement value-based marketing to position Nutreco as a leader in ruminant nutrition.
• Engage with key customers to tailor solutions and drive loyalty.
• Represent the company at industry events and conferences.
• Coach and mentor team members to enhance marketing capabilities.

Skills

Strategic marketing

Leadership

Brand management

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder management

Executive communication

Education

Master’s degree or MBA

Degree in Animal Science

Degree in Marketing

Degree in Veterinary Medicine

Job description

Location: Amersfoort, Netherlands, or Western Europe

Why join us

Get ready to Own innovation as a Global Strategic Marketing Manager – Ruminants at Trouw Nutrition, a Nutreco company. As global leaders in animal nutrition and aquafeed, our shared purpose of Feeding the Future is making a positive global impact for generations to come. Join us in this influential role and own your direction and success.

What you’ll do

• Develop and execute comprehensive marketing strategies that drive business growth and financial performance for the ruminants business.
• Oversee portfolio management and lifecycle strategies for ruminant products and services.
• Drive innovation in ruminant nutrition through marketing initiatives, new product development, and service offerings.
• Collaborate closely with R&D, Product Management, Sales, and other teams to bring scientific advancements to market.
• Translate customer insights and market trends into actionable marketing strategies and go-to-market plans.
• Implement value-based marketing strategies to position Trouw Nutrition as a leader in ruminant nutrition.
• Engage with key customers to understand their needs and develop tailored solutions that drive customer loyalty.
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and networking forums.
• Coach and mentor team members to enhance their marketing capabilities and professional growth.

Who we’re looking for

• We’re seeking a responsible, accountable leader ready to own this role.
• The ideal candidate will be a proven marketing leader within the ruminant nutrition or animal health industry, possessing strong business acumen, leadership abilities, and a deep understanding of the ruminant sector.
• You’ll also need: Minimum 5 years of leadership experience in a marketing role within the ruminant nutrition or animal health industry (mandatory).
• Degree in Marketing, Animal Science, Veterinary Medicine, or related field (Master’s/MBA preferred).
• Proven expertise in strategic marketing, brand management, and product lifecycle strategies.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to align marketing initiatives with corporate goals.
• Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional teams and managing stakeholder relationships.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, capable of influencing executive-level decision-making.
• Background in managing innovation projects and integrating customer feedback into business strategies.

What you’ll receive

• A competitive salary package
• Generous pension scheme
• 30 vacation days + flexibility
• A flexible work environment with the option to work from home up to 2 days per week

How and why to find out more

We can offer you a rewarding career with real meaning and purpose. Where you’ll feel proud of the impactful role you perform every day and the part you play in Feeding the Future.

Our organisation

Nutreco is a global leader in animal nutrition and fish feed. Our advanced nutritional solutions are at the origin of food for millions of consumers worldwide. Quality, innovation and sustainability are guiding principles, embedded in the Nutreco culture from research and raw material procurement to products and services for agriculture and aquaculture. Experience across 100 years brings Nutreco a rich heritage of knowledge and experience for building its future. Equal Opportunity Employer: Nutreco is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all roles without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental, military status or any other status protected by applicable local law. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation. Nutreco is committed to compliance with all applicable legislation, including providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities. Nutreco is a global leader in animal nutrition and aquafeed. Our advanced nutritional solutions are at the origin of food for millions of consumers worldwide. Its two global company brands Skretting (aqua feed) and Trouw Nutrition (animal nutrition) have sales in over 90 countries. Our purpose Feeding the Future captures a big challenge: feeding 9 billion people in 2050. Our responsibility is twofold: we need to make a significant contribution to meeting the rapid increase in worldwide demand for food; on the other hand, we need to find the right balance in order that we can realize growth while making also responsible choices for people and planet. To know more about us, please visit our website https://www.nutreco.com.