Job Summary:
Owns cross-regional product management for assigned principals/suppliers operating across multiple countries. Manages supplier programs, portfolio lifecycle, pricing inputs, and inventory health to deliver growth and margin targets, partnering closely with Sales, Procurement, Regulatory and Operations.
Essential Responsibilities and Tasks:
Portfolio & Supplier Management (45%)
· Manage a supplier portfolio on a regional basis; perform gap analysis and scout vendors to fill portfolio gaps.
· Maintain strategic supplier relationships; co-own joint business plans; coordinate contract execution with Sales, Procurement, Technical and Operations functions
Pricing, Margin & Inventory Stewardship (25%)
· Set margin targets and pricing recommendations; implement price updates; monitor margin quality.
· Manage inventory health to achieve turn targets and minimize slow/dead stock across operating companies.
· Undertake forecasting of forward demand for the supplier
Market Intelligence & Activation (20%)
· Analyse trends and competition; translate insights into regional programs and campaigns.
· Organise supplier workshops and provide technical training and field support to the sales team
· Liaise with marketing to create supplier content for training, blogs, exhibitions, LinkedIn
Cross-Regional Ways of Working & Compliance (10%)
· Ensure consistent portfolio and pricing guardrails across countries; maintain data and systems accuracy, including third-party portals.
Additional Required Skills/Abilities
· Stakeholder management across multiple countries; strong presentation, communication and negotiation skills.
· Advanced Excel/PowerPoint; comfortable with specialist systems and portals.
Education and Experience
· Bachelor’s degree (Science or Business).
· Extensive experience in chemical distribution/manufacturing with product management, sales and customer or supplier-facing experience.
Travel
30–40% across assigned sub-regions/regions.
This role can be based anywhere in Europe.
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
European Product Manager/IMM employer: Brenntag
Brenntag is an exceptional employer located in Leeds, offering a dynamic work culture that values diversity and innovation. As a Product Manager, you will benefit from comprehensive employee growth opportunities, competitive compensation, and a supportive environment that encourages collaboration and professional development. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the case and construction industry while enjoying the unique advantages of working in a vibrant city.
