Global Business Director Bake

Job description:

About Us

AB Enzymes
, as a subsidiary of Associated British Foods, is a leading company in the innovation and production of enzymes worldwide. Operating in the biotechnology industry we are an important partner for customers in the application of 
food, animal feed and industrial enzymes.
 With our expertise in the global enzymes business, we help our customers to make their industrial processes more
sustainable, environmentally friendly and efficient.
Product excellence and innovation are among our key strengths while our passion for science and customer-focused solutions is what drives us.

Our global headquarters are in Darmstadt, Germany with offices and lab spaces. Our manufacturing site is located in Finland (north of Helsinki) where our enzymes are being produced and researched. We are striving to leverage our strong 
growth prospects, state-of-the-art R&D, flat structure, and a thriving and employee-focused culture
to bring on board talents who are motivated to contribute to our collective success, develop themselves, and want to make a real difference. For more information visit our website 

The Role

Your Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership:
• Develop, refine, and execute the long-term global strategy for the Baking Enzymes business
• Define key market segments, customer targets, and competitive positioning
• Build compelling business cases including segment definitions, customer value propositions, and growth opportunities

• Communicate vision and strategy clearly to internal teams and external stakeholders, ensuring alignment across regions and functions.

• Business & Portfolio Management:

• Oversee the global P&L and deliver against established financial and profitability targets
• Own the global product and portfolio strategy, including pricing, lifecycle management, and innovation priorities
• Prioritize and steer R&D activities to ensure alignment with strategic goals and market needs

About You

We are looking for an entrepreneurial and customer focused outgoing individual with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. You bring proven leadership skills and you are a team-player.

Additionally, the candidate:

• Is highly result-oriented, committed, holistic, and entrepreneurial with substantial organizational, analytical, and problem solving skills
• Enjoys collaborating and networking with colleagues from different departments and global regions
• Has extensive experience in the European baking or baking ingredients industry, with a strong understanding of market dynamics, customer needs, and industry trends.
• Brings a strong network across the baking value chain; enzymes, particularly in baking applications, is a significant advantage but not required
• Proven strategic acumen, including the ability to identify, evaluate, and capitalize on technology and market trends
• A track record of business leadership, including P&L responsibility, strategic execution, and successful team leadership in a comparable environment
• Flexibility and willingness to travel internationally up to 30% for customer visits, industry events, and regional team support
• Willingness to be based in or relocate to Darmstadt, our global headquarters, to remain closely connected to our operational and innovation hub
• has the ability to prioritize and effectively manage multiple tasks / projects at the same time and is used to working under pressure within an international environment
• Is vigilant and flexible in order to adapt to changing market dynamics, identify market opportunities and threats and to develop appropriate measures
• Fluency in English (both written and spoken); proficiency in German is a plus.

Why Us

• An opportunity in an exciting and growing industry with business development prospects which are based on a future proof & sustainable technology
• An international working environment with the chance to further develop yourself personally and professionally
• A challenging and multifaceted employment opportunity with long-term perspective in a fast-growing leading company in the enzyme industry
• A progressive, team-oriented management which supports you through open communication and accessibility
• A modern, creative and innovative company that achieves success through its people
• You will find a collaborative and open-minded culture, flat hierarchies and a 'people first' attitude
• Future career opportunities through our ABF network
• The possibility to mobile working

We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications – regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, disability, age as well as sexual orientation and identity.

If you are interested in this position, we look forward to receiving your application together with your salary expectations.