Global Marketing Director Pharma (API)

Global Marketing Director (APIs), Pharma HNC at dsm-firmenich

Location: Kaiseraugst, Switzerland

Place of Work: In office, Hybrid options

As the Global Marketing Director at dsm-firmenich, you’ll lead the development and execution of bold, strategic growth plans for the Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) market. You’ll dig into market trends, shape compelling campaigns, and collaborate across teams to drive mutual value creation with our customers. The Global Marketing Director will shape our API portfolio, and turn insights into action to drive meaningful and sustainable growth.

At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work, benefiting to our People, Customers & Communities and driving business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated.

Your key responsibilities

• Develop and implement global strategic marketing plans to drive revenue growth in the API segments, lead regional collaboration and adoption
• Manage the full marketing mix including positioning, messaging, distribution, promotion, and product focus
• Analyze market trends, unmet needs, and competitive landscape to identify growth opportunities and shape innovation strategy
• Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, regulatory, technical development, technical development, and legal teams to support claims development and business goals
• Lead new business development initiatives and innovation projects as it relates to the API portfolio
• Build and maintain a network of industry contacts to strengthen the dsm-firmenich brand and support long-term growth
• Develop and implement alternative business models to ensure mutual value creation with customers based on expert services

We bring

• A company shaping the future based on a strong legacy of breakthrough industrial innovations and technologies
• A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset
• Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected, regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity
• An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future
• Collaboration with experts in health, nutrition, and beauty to drive progress
• Empowerment to make meaningful contributions while upholding ethical standards

You bring

• Minimum 10 years of B2B marketing or business development experience in the science-based pharmaceutical ingredient industry
• Proven success in developing and executing B2B marketing strategies, including positioning, innovation, and competitive differentiation
• Strong understanding of the pharmaceutical ingredient market, including API manufacturing and/or contract manufacturing leadership experience
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and work cross-functionally in a matrix organization
• Project management experience with the ability to manage multiple priorities and travel up to 40%

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably technically oriented; Master’s in Business or Marketing preferred, with strong business and financial acumen. Technical education in chemistry, biochemistry, formulation science, or pharmaceutical science a plus
• Experience working internationally or cross-culturally a plus

This position is eligible for the dsm-firmenich Hybrid Working model, spending 1 - 2 days per week in office and the balance of the work week in a home office.

Candidates throughout Europe can apply, but 1 week working in Kaiseraugst is requested.

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’s 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.

DEI 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.