(Senior) Marketing Communications Manager APAC

Corbion; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in sustainable ingredient solutions seeks a Senior Marketing Communications Manager in Singapore. This role involves developing strategies, executing campaigns, and leading a team to drive growth in the APAC region. Ideal candidates will have significant B2B marketing experience, particularly in specialty ingredients or related industries.

Benefits

Hybrid working options

Emphasis on work-life balance

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in B2B marketing communications within a multinational environment.
• Fluency in English and Chinese (Mandarin) required.

Responsibilities

• Set marketing communication strategy and drive lead generation across APAC.
• Lead integrated marketing campaigns tailored to key industry verticals.
• Coach and develop a small team of marketers.

Skills

B2B marketing communications

Project management

Digital marketing

Branding

Media relations

Team leadership

Job description

At Corbion, we exist to champion preservation in all its forms, preserving food and food production, health, and our planet.

As a purpose-driven global leader in sustainable ingredient solutions, we are now seeking a Senior Marketing Communications Manager to lead and elevate our B2Bmarketing communications efforts across the Asia-Pacific region.

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced and strategic B2B communications marketer to help shape the future of an innovative, science-driven company that blends global ambition with local relevance.

Your Purpose

As Senior Marketing Communications Manager APAC, you will be responsible for setting the marketing communication strategy, building brand equity, and driving lead generation across the region. You will lead integrated marketing campaigns tailored to key industry verticals, manage external and internal stakeholders, and drive business impact through targeted, data-driven, and compelling storytelling.

You will play a pivotal role in enabling commercial growth in APAC through:

• Strategic planning and execution of marketing communications
• Team leadership and coaching of regional marketing staff
• Cross-functional collaboration with sales, product management, R&D/applications, global marketing colleagues, and corporate communications teams
• Effective campaign and brand management, both regionally and globally aligned
• Strong performance analysis to continuously optimize ROI

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Marketing Communication Leadership

• Collaborate with the Regional Vice President and global marketing counterparts to develop and align APAC marketing strategies with business strategies and global priorities
• Monitor and integrate regional trends, collaborate with competitive intelligence, and market insights, digital, and sales to shape strategic communication campaigns
• Champion the Corbion brand by delivering consistent, high-quality messaging across all touchpoints

Integrated Marketing Communications

• Develop and implement effective marcom plans for product launches, trade shows, digital campaigns, and thought leadership initiatives
• Drive awareness, customer engagement, and pipeline growth through multi-channel campaigns
• Manage external agencies, content creators, and collaborate with digital marketing to manage digital partners to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of marketing assets

Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as a key liaison between APAC teams and global business units to align communication strategies and messaging
• Foster strong working relationships with business teams, sales, R&D/applications, and other internal stakeholders to ensure marketing contributes directly to business success

Team Development & Leadership

• Coach, mentor, and grow a small, agile team of marketers in Singapore and the broader APAC region
• Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning

Who We’re Looking For

We are seeking a strategic, hands-on leader who brings deep B2B marketing communications experience and thrives in a fast-paced, international environment.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in B2B marketing communications within a multinational environment, preferably in specialty ingredients, life sciences, or food-related industries
• Proven track record of designing and executing integrated marketing campaigns that drive measurable results
• Solid understanding of digital marketing, branding, media relations, and industry event execution
• People leadership experience, with a passion for developing high-performing teams
• Fluency in English and Chinese (Mandarin) to effectively engage with customers and internal stakeholders across Asia
• Excellent project management skills and a collaborative working style

Why Join Corbion in Singapore?

• Impact with Purpose: Be part of a company that is redefining sustainability and food innovation
• Collaborative Culture: Work with global teams in a diverse, inclusive, and empowering environment
• Regional Leadership Role: Influence strategy and decision-making at a high level
• Professional Growth: Build your career in a science-led company where marketing is a business driver
• Flexible Work: Enjoy hybrid working options and an emphasis on work-life balance

About Corbion

Corbion is the global market leader in lactic acid and its derivatives, and a leading supplier of emulsifiers, functional enzyme blends, minerals, vitamins, and algae ingredients. We use our unique expertise in fermentation and other processes to deliver sustainable solutions for the preservation of food and food production, health, and our planet. For over 100 years, we have been uncompromising in our commitment to safety, quality, innovation and performance. Drawing on our deep application and product knowledge, we work side-by-side with customers to make our cutting-edge technologies work for them. Our solutions help differentiate products in markets such as food, home & personal care, animal nutrition, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and bioplastics. In 2023, Corbion generated annual sales of €1,443.8 million and had a workforce of 2,727 FTE. For more information: www.corbion.com

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