Director of Health & Beauty (Asia)

ROBERTET ASIA PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global health and beauty firm is seeking a Director of Health & Beauty (Asia) to lead business development and manage operations across Asia. Candidates should have 15+ years of experience in the Nutraceutical industry, strong market development skills, and a degree in a relevant field. This role offers opportunities for strategic growth and collaboration with leading distributors.

Qualifications

• 15 years of relevant experience in the Nutraceutical or Ingredient industry.
• Experience in Health & Wellness industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop new markets and grow existing opportunities.
• Recommend and track annual budgets based on strategy.
• Implement sales policy and promotions in the region.

Skills

Business development

Market analysis

Customer support

Education

Degree or diploma in Chemistry, Food Science and Technology

Job description

Overview

Director of Health & Beauty (Asia) is responsible for developing Robertet’s Health & Beauty (H&B) business in Asia (encompassing APAC, with the exception of Oceania). In this capacity, he/she manages all operational Health & Beauty activities of Robertet, and maintains the good image and reputation of Robertet among customers and partners.

Specifically, the Director of Health & Beauty (Asia) has the primary responsibility to ensure business growth in line with the accepted strategy and ambition.

Main Activities

• Business growth and management:
  • Develop new market and opportunities for H&B and grow existing ones in SEA, India, China, Taiwan, Korea and Japan;
  • Ensure customer support directly or in conjunction with selective distributors;
  • Guide and track technical questions and liaise with adequate supporting teams;
  • Maintain and optimise growth of current established accounts;
  • Follow up of samples and requested information to ensure customer needs are met.
• Tracking activities and budgets:
  • Recommend the annual budget based on the pre-approved strategy and ambition;
  • Track the achievement of sales targets and define corrective action plans if necessary;
  • Monthly report on business activities and results to H&B Division and Robertet Asia’s management.
• Rolling out sales policy in his/her region:
  • Roll out sales policy (rates, targets, etc.) within his/her territory in conjunction with Robertet Asia’s management;
  • Coordinate sales promotions in his/her perimeter;
  • Conduct regular market and competitor monitoring and share this information with the relevant contacts;
  • Share sales policy directions and joint and individual targets with his/her future teams or with selected distributors.

Additional Responsibilities

• Follow all procedures as required and in accordance with quality, safety and CSR requirements;
• Ensure that Company material and intellectual property are securely kept at all times and that Company security and confidentiality agreements are adhered to;
• Attend nominated sales and product training as directed by management (including overseas travel where required);
• Identify emerging opportunities for Robertet product lines within the various nutraceutical markets and formulate a strategic plan to realise business;
• Prepare product costings and quotes for submission to customers;
• Participate in relevant industry associations and their functions where relevant;
• Procurement and organisation of Robertet’s promotional material;
• Other functions as requested by management.

Job Requirements

• Degree or diploma in Chemistry, Food Science and Technology or any equivalent discipline;
• A minimum 15 years of relevant Nutraceutical or Ingredient industry experience, Flavour and Fragrance knowledge is a plus;
• Proven track record of successful business development within the Health & Wellness industry.