Strategic Marketing Manager (m/f/d)

In this role you will be responsible for developing and driving the regional strategy for Budenheim’s Life Science division in the US, with a focus on the clusters Nutrition, Pharma, Savory, and Baking. As a key contributor to our growth ambitions, you will translate this strategy into a targeted, actionable regional marketing plan.

But what truly makes this role special is the team behind it. At Budenheim, you'll be part of a motivated, supportive, and international team that thrives on collaboration, open communication, and shared success. We believe that great ideas are born in a culture of trust and togetherness—and that’s exactly what you’ll find here. Joining us means becoming part of something meaningful, where your voice matters and your contributions are valued.

• Develop impactful strategies for our clusters to successfully capture profitable niche markets in the region by leveraging clear and differentiated value propositions
• Collaborate closely with Cluster Portfolio Managers to ensure strategic alignment and execution, providing targeted market intelligence to support regional product launches
• Gather and analyze market intelligence to create in-depth market analyses for relevant segments, in coordination with the global marketing matrix organization
• Identify new business opportunities and application areas in collaboration with regional sales teams and the Innovation & Application Development team

• Support the creation of high-quality sales tools (e.g., brochures, presentations, sales flyers, digital media, with a focus on application sheets) to drive qualified lead generation across Life Science clusters

• Assist with regional trade show activities, technical seminars, and industry conferences on behalf of the Life Science division

• 5–7 years of relevant experience in marketing specialties, preferably in food ingredients, industrial marketing/strategy, and product portfolio management

• Proven skills in market intelligence, trade show planning, and cross-functional communication

• Fluent in English (written and spoken)
• Proficient with MS Office; experience with SAP and Salesforce is a plus

• Technical knowledge in Food Ingredients and/or Pharma/Life Sciences preferred

• Willingness to travel up to 20% regionally

• Self-motivated, resilient, goal-oriented, and a strong team player comfortable collaborating at all organizational levels

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.