European Portfolio & Commercialization Lead

Solenis LLC; New York (NY); Remote; USD 80,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a European Portfolio & Commercialization Lead to drive innovation and optimize product offerings across the region. This strategic role involves leading a talented team, collaborating with various departments, and implementing effective commercialization processes. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a strategic mindset, and a passion for operational excellence. Join a forward-thinking company that values sustainability and performance, and make a significant impact while shaping the future of the product portfolio in Europe. If you're ready for a challenge in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits

Professional Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in portfolio management and commercialization.
• Strong strategic mindset with cross-functional alignment experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performance team of portfolio managers.
• Drive product lifecycle management and portfolio optimization initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Portfolio Management

Commercialization

Product Lifecycle Management

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Data-Driven Decision-Making

Tools

Commercialization Systems

Project Management Tools

Job description

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European Portfolio & Commercialization Lead

Apply remote type Remote locations Monza, Italy France (Remote) Belgium (Remote) time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R0020855

About Us:

Solenis is a leading global producer of specialty chemicals focused on delivering sustainable solutions for water-intensive industries, including consumer, industrial, institutional, food and beverage, and pool and spa water markets.

Owned by Platinum Equity, the company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, and cleaners and disinfectants, as well as state-of-the-art monitoring and control systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments.

Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 69 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over 16,100 professionals in 130 countries across six continents. Solenis is a US Best Managed Company, recognized three years in a row. For more information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com .

About the Role

The European Portfolio & Commercialization Lead is a strategic leadership role within the Eurasia Product, Pricing and Regional Marketing Team managing Institutional Solutions portfolio. This position is responsible for optimizing the product portfolio across the region by driving simplification, innovation, and profitability. You will lead the Commercialization team and process, ensuring smooth introduction of new products while reducing complexity and improving margin across the portfolio.

You will collaborate closely with Global and European Marketing, Pricing, Finance, Regulatory, IT/IS, Supply Chain, R&D, and Master Data teams to align the portfolio strategy with business goals and market needs.

This is a high-impact opportunity for a results-oriented professional with a passion for innovation, operational excellence, and cross-functional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership

• Lead and develop a team of 4 European Portfolio Managers and 3 European Portfolio Managers & Team Leaders.
• Create a high-performance team culture that values collaboration, ownership, and continuous improvement.

Portfolio Strategy & Execution

• Identify opportunities for product and range simplification, and lead product lifecycle management initiatives.
• Execute SKU rationalization and portfolio optimization projects, aligning with business priorities and market trends.
• Monitor and drive improvements in margin performance, mix management, and portfolio complexity reduction.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Global and European Marketing, R&D, Regulatory, and Supply Chain teams to prioritize and execute strategic projects, including:
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Cost reduction programs
  • Mergers & acquisitions
  • Innovation and new product launches
  • Supply chain optimization
• Partner with Supply Chain to implement aged inventory reduction plans.
• Collaborate with IT/IS on commercialization-related software initiatives, including upgrades and replacements.

Process & System Improvement

• Coordinate with Regulatory, R&D, Master Data, and other departments to develop and implement process improvements and integrated solutions.
• Ensure structured and efficient commercialization processes are in place to support innovation and market readiness.

Reporting & Business Rhythm

• Lead the marketing biorhythm of meetings (e.g., PSR) and manage all associated reporting and dashboards.
• Provide regular updates to regional and global stakeholders, contributing to the S&OP process and other governance forums.
• Track and communicate the progress of key initiatives, including sales results, portfolio health, and complexity KPIs.

Who We’re Looking For

• Proven leadership experience in portfolio management, commercialization, or product lifecycle management in an international setting.
• Strong strategic mindset with a demonstrated ability to drive simplification, margin improvement, and growth through cross-functional alignment.
• Experience managing large-scale product portfolios, ideally with exposure to regulatory and operational constraints.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience in data-driven decision-making and project management.
• Familiarity with commercialization systems or tools, and a background in leading software-related initiatives is a plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence across departments and geographies.
• Fluency in English is required; additional European languages are a plus.

Why Join Us?

This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of Solenis’ product portfolio in Europe, lead a diverse and dynamic team, and contribute directly to the company’s strategic objectives. You will operate at the intersection of innovation, execution, and leadership, helping bring value-added solutions to market while simplifying complexity and enhancing efficiency.

If you're ready to make a real impact in a global organization focused on sustainability and performance, we look forward to hearing from you.

We understand that candidates will not meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you.

At Solenis, we believe that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, consider joining our team.

Solenis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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