*Please answer the questions below when you apply to this position*

Our client specializing in confectionery and beverage flavors, is seeking a Senior Product Manager. The ideal candidate will innovatively provide trend and market insights to key customers. This position works cross-functionally in the organization and has customer-facing interactions. This employee will strengthen brand awareness in the American markets while managing internal creative R&D projects and samples in these product categories.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Lead development and execution of category vision, ensuring prioritization and proper communication across the organization
• Define the product vision and drive the roadmap for our products
• Continuous portfolio development based on market requirements
• Work on a portfolio, marketing & customer strategy while collaborating with the management
• Customer project management by supporting the SOP process, new item introduction, and managing all aspects of the portfolio

Required Education & Experience:
• 5-10 years’ experience in product/portfolio management or project coordination preferably in the food ingredient or flavor industry
• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Business Administration or Marketing
• Professional marketing background with experience in the food ingredient or flavor industry.
• Dedicated to serve your customers; and committed to support your team
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of graphic design and marketing, using a range of media, methods, techniques, and equipment.

If you or anyone you know is interested, qualified and immediately available please answer the below questions and send an updated resume to us for immediate review and consideration. Candidates are required to answer the below questions when applying:

How many years of food/flavor experience in product/project coordination do you have?
Do you have a bachelor’s in food science, business administration or marketing?
Do you have reliable transportation to Hoffman Estates?
Are you okay working hybrid being 4 days in the office and one day remote?
What minimum annual salary are you seeking for this position?