At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage international product strategies and drive sales in the pharmaceutical sector.
- Company: Leading global distributor of specialty chemicals with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Flexible working, competitive salary, and great career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Hybrid role with travel opportunities and collaboration across international teams.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make an impact in the pharmaceutical industry.
- Qualifications: Degree in Life Sciences or Chemistry; experience in sales or product management required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Location: Hybrid Office & Home in Ireland (UK or Eire)
A leading global specialty chemicals and ingredients distributor is seeking an experienced commercial professional to join its pharmaceutical business in Ireland. This hybrid role combines international product management with regional sales responsibility, supporting growth across pharmaceutical and contract manufacturing markets.
Key Tasks
- Reporting to senior leadership, the successful candidate will manage a long-standing strategic supplier relationship while driving sales of specialty materials, solvents, intermediates, and process chemicals.
- Lead the international business and oversee a key Principal (supplier) and top global specialty solvent manufacturer.
- Responsibilities include developing commercial strategies, identifying new business opportunities, managing customer and supplier relationships, forecasting sales, analysing performance data, and delivering sustainable revenue growth.
- Close collaboration with international commercial and operational teams, ensuring alignment on business objectives, pricing strategies, supply chain activities, and market development plans.
- Attend industry events and maintain strong partnerships with key stakeholders.
- Serve as the primary Principal contact for all commercial, technical, operational and developmental requirements.
Candidate Profile
- The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Life Sciences, Chemistry, Business, or a related discipline.
- Proven success in sales, product management, or business development within the chemical, pharmaceutical, agrochemical or related sectors.
- Strong commercial acumen, analytical skills, stakeholder management experience, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, matrix organisation are essential.
- You must have the right to work in UK or Ireland and sponsorship is not available.
Renumeration & Career Progression
The position is based in Ireland, offering flexible working arrangements, regular domestic travel, occasional European travel, and a competitive salary and benefits package. Excellent opportunities for career progression within a global organisation.
International Product Manager - Pharmaceutical chemicals and solvents in Coventry employer: Merritt Recruitment
Join a leading global specialty chemicals distributor that values innovation and collaboration, offering a hybrid work environment in Ireland. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will have access to excellent career progression opportunities while working closely with international teams to drive impactful results in the pharmaceutical sector. Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package, alongside the chance to engage with key industry stakeholders at various events.
