Sr. Manager Portfolio Optimization - Exton, PA

DSM-Firmenich AG; Exton (PA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Health and welfare benefits

Growth opportunities

Purpose-led culture

Opportunity to work on growing brands

Job summary

DSM-Firmenich AG in Exton, PA is seeking a Sr. Manager Portfolio Optimization to identify, structure, and manage Biomedical Corporate Development contracts including licensing, asset acquisitions, and M&A diligence.

This role requires advanced contracting skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to align long-term priorities with near-term business objectives to maximize value. The candidate will collaborate with the Global Leadership Team and external partners, ensuring compliance with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; MBA or related field preferred.
• 8+ years in business licensing, sales and advanced contracting.
• Demonstrated success in contract drafting, negotiation, and process leadership.
• Ability to analyze information, identify issues and formulate objective conclusions.
• Ability to manage in a fast-changing, multi-stakeholder environment.
• Strong problem solving and conceptual thinking.
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Lead the negotiation, execution, and management of time-bound Biomedical Corporate Development contracts.
• Provide contractual support to draft and negotiate alliance agreements.
• Ensure deal structuring and negotiations comply with contract policies.
• Collaborate with Global Business Heads for complex contracts and supply agreements.
• Structure deal valuations.
• Communicate with Global Leadership Team and project teams regularly.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Advanced contracting

Analytical abilities

Cross-functional collaboration

Oral and written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Exton, PA

In collaboration with Global Business Heads, the

Sr. Manager Portfolio Optimization

Exton, PA

In collaboration with Global Business Heads, the Sr. Manager Portfolio Optimization will identify and lead the negotiation, execution, and management of Biomedical's Corporate Development contracts which are time-bound in nature, including in/out licensing, asset acquisitions, M&A diligence exclusivity agreements, and divestiture or wind-down transactions.

This role will need to communicate and manage across multiple functions of Biomedical including the Global Leadership Team, and all external companies which are party to the contracts under this role's responsibility. This role requires advanced contracting/negotiation skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to balance long range strategic priorities with near term business objectives to drive the highest value for dsm-firmenich.

Key Responsibilities

• Leads the negotiation, execution, and management of Biomedical Corporate Development contracts which are time-bound in nature, including in/out licensing, asset acquisitions, M&A diligence exclusivity agreements, and divestiture or wind-down transactions.
• Provides contractual support to the Director, Strategic Alliances to draft and negotiate alliance agreements including strategic supplier supply agreements.
• Ensures deal structuring and contract negotiations are compliant with dsm-firmenich's contract policies and Biomedical's standard terms and approval procedures.
• In cooperation with Global Business Heads, Next Generation Solutions, Innovation and Commercial, provides consultation and support as needed for complex contracts in those areas of responsibility (i.e. complex Supply Agreements).
• Structures deal valuations.
• Communicates on a regular basis with the Global Leadership Team and applicable project teams and actively seek advice and guidance from senior leaders where appropriate.

We Bring

• A competitive compensation package, with comprehensive health and welfare benefits
• A place to grow and develop
• A company that is purpose-led and performance-driven in a corporate culture that values people and planet
• The opportunity to work on growing brands and build on a strong foundation
• The chance to make improvements and make an impact on the business

You Bring

• Bachelor's degree with preference for master's degree in business administration, legal or related
• Minimum 8+ years' experience in business, licensing, sales and advanced contracting.
• Demonstrated success performing contract drafting, negotiation, and contract process leadership.
• Ability to analyze information, problems, situations, practices or procedures to define the problem or objective, identify relevant concerns or factors, identify patterns, tendencies and relationships, formulate logical and objective conclusions, recognize alternatives and their implications.
• Ability to manage in a fast-changing dynamic environment with many different stakeholders.
• Proven problem solving, conceptual thinking, and analytical abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a cross-functional environment.
• Strong oral and written communications skills.

The salary or hourly wage scale provided reflects the pay range dsm-firmenich expects to pay the successful candidate for the position. Individual pay offered will be based on the applicant's job- related skills, experience, relevant education, or training, and primary work location. Salary: $115,000.00 - $155,000.00.

In addition to base salary, we also Offer a comprehensive total rewards package, inclusive Of annual incentive pay, a retirement savings plan, health care coverage, paid time Off, recognition programs and a broad range Of Other benefits. All benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements

About Dsm-firmenich

At dsm-firmenich, we don't just meet expectations - we go beyond them. Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life. From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions - every single day. Whether it's fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that is better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere. And while you're making a difference, we'll make sure you're growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They're essential to our future. Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work - and that's exactly the kind of culture we're building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong. We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we're serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we're committed to reflecting the world we serve. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds - no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you. And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we're here to help - just let us know what you need, and we'll do everything we can to make it work.

Agency Statement

We're managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you're applying as an individual, we'd love to hear from you. We're not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role.