Product Manager, SEA

Airbus; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Brenntag is seeking a Product Manager for the SEA region to shape and execute product strategy across SEA markets. You will manage portfolio, pricing governance, and market intelligence while collaborating with country teams to drive profitable growth.

Responsibilities include lifecycle management, supplier relations, demand planning, and launch execution, with emphasis on value-based selling and cross-functional alignment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or related discipline required.
• 3-8 years in Product Management or related field.
• Experience in Chemical/Industrial sectors is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute product strategy for SEA markets across assigned lines.
• Drive portfolio optimization and lifecycle management.
• Define pricing frameworks and governance across SEA.
• Manage supplier/principal relationships and regional exclusivity terms.
• Collaborate with country teams on forecasts, launches, and sales enablement.

Skills

Product management

Portfolio management

Pricing strategy

Market intelligence

Supplier management

Cross-functional collaboration

Forecasting & demand planning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

Power BI

SAP

CRM

Job description

Position Summary

The Product Manager, SEA is responsible for developing and executing product strategy for assigned product lines across SEA within Brenntag Essentials. This role drives profitable growth through portfolio optimization, supplier management, pricing strategy, market intelligence, and close collaboration with country commercial teams.

Key Responsibilities

• 1. Product & Portfolio Management Manage assigned product portfolio across SEA markets, including lifecycle management. Identify growth opportunities in new applications, segments, and countries. Evaluate portfolio performance and recommend expansion, rationalization, or repositioning strategies. Drive product innovation and commercialization of new offerings.
• 2. Commercial Growth & Profitability Deliver regional revenue, gross profit, and margin targets for assigned product lines. Define pricing frameworks and pricing governance across SEA. Support country sales teams in strategic bids and large commercial opportunities. Analyze revenue growth, margin performance, market share, product profitability, and customer retention. Improve mix toward higher-margin products and strategic customers.
• 3. Supplier & Principal Management Build and manage supplier/principal relationships. Negotiate supply agreements, pricing terms, rebates/incentives, and regional exclusivity arrangements. Ensure supply reliability and business continuity. Conduct regular supplier business reviews. Position Brenntag as preferred channel partner in APAC.
• 4. Market Intelligence & Business Development Monitor market trends, feedstock pricing, competitor activity, and supply-demand dynamics. Conduct market analysis on size, growth trends, customer needs, and industry changes. Identify opportunities from regulatory shifts, raw material disruptions, and emerging customer demands. Share market intelligence with leadership and country teams.
• 5. Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner closely with Country Business Managers, Sales Teams, Supply Chain, Procurement, Regulatory/Compliance, Finance, and Technical/Application teams. Responsibilities include forecast planning, inventory optimization, demand planning, product launch execution, and sales enablement.
• 6. Customer & Technical Support Support customer meetings and regional key accounts. Provide product positioning and value proposition for customer presentations. Assist with technical and commercial problem solving. Drive value-selling instead of price-based selling.
• 7. Reporting & Governance Prepare and present monthly/quarterly business reviews covering sales performance, margin development, pricing changes, supplier performance, market outlook, and pipeline opportunities.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, or related discipline

Experience

3-8 years of relevant experience in Product Management, Commercial/Sales, Category Management, Chemical Distribution, Petrochemicals, or Industrial Chemicals

Technical Competencies

Product pricing models Commodity cycles Supplier negotiations Gross margin management Market analytics Forecasting & demand planning Excel / Power BI / SAP / CRM will be an advantage

Brenntag provides equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees of all backgrounds and identities to create a workplace where difference is valued because it forms a resilient and more innovative organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, religion or belief, parental and family status, or any other protected characteristic. We welcome applications from women, men and non-binary candidates of all ethnicities and socio-economic backgrounds.

Brenntag TA Team

Brenntag is the leading global distributor of chemicals and ingredients, committed to connecting customers and suppliers within networks. We add value for our customers and partners every step of the way: through our product knowledge, innovation, and sustainable solutions, combined with our passion for service excellence and commitment to safety. Headquartered in Essen, Germany, and with more than 17,500 experts at about 600 locations in 72 countries, our two global divisions, Brenntag Essentials and Brenntag Specialties, offer a full range of industrial and specialty chemicals and ingredients. Therefore, our clients and partners can count on us for global reach combined with local agility and execution. As an employer, we embrace diversity and foster a sense of community and collaboration in an environment where employees are encouraged to share ideas and work together. We engage our employees in the company’s mission for collective success, by building long-term stability and safety through trust and clarity across the organization. We believe in empowering our employees to reach their full potential and shape the future.

For more information, please visit www.brenntag.com