Vice President Innovation (m/f/d)
in our Division Life Science

The Vice President of Innovation leads the team who contributes to the identification of market needs, executes the development of innovative solutions, services, and business models for those market needs, and supports its market success through value-selling together with the sales & marketing team, for the food and pharma markets. This role contributes to the Divisional strategy and is crucial for its successful execution to position the company and the Division as a leader in its industry. The Vice President must show presence at least 3 days per week in Budenheim. There is no 100% Home-Office-Option available.

• Contribute to strategy execution of the Division with profitable revenue growth coming from successful market-driven innovation projects execution
• Provide innovation vision and technical leadership to the Innovation & Application Development teams as well as the Research & Development team in the Life Science Clusters of Nutrition, Pharma, Savory Solutions and Baking
• Ensure discipline in innovation project management principles and improve the innovation process when needed due to the market dynamics, while also fostering ideation and teamwork among all the colleagues in the team
• Evaluate and manage risks associated with innovation projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory and market standards
• Forster open collaboration efforts to introduce new and existing products

• Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Food Technology, or related field required.
• Visionary leadership with experience in innovation.
• Strategic thinking and business acumen.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and influence at all levels of the organization.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in managing budgets and innovation portfolios
• German and English (must have)
• Present time in Office at least 3 day per week, no 100% Home-Office-Option

About us

Budenheim is a globally operating specialty chemical company. With its innovative portfolio, the chemical specialist provides sustainable products, services, and application concepts for various markets. In close cooperation with its customers, Budenheim is dedicated to advancing nutrition, health, safety, and the preservation of resources. With sites in Germany, Spain, the Netherlands, the USA, Mexico, China, Singapore, and India, Budenheim generates annual revenue of several hundred million euros and employs more than 1,350 people.

Budenheim is part of the international group Geschwister Oetker Beteiligungen KG. As a partner and member of the group, Budenheim benefits from this affiliation. We at Budenheim are committed to responsible investments. This ensures the best conditions for growth and innovation.

Budenheim stands for diversity, equal opportunities, and prospects. Therefore, we welcome every application, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, origin, religion, disability, or other individual characteristics.