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Job Description
We are seeking a full-time
Chemical Synthesis Marketing Manager (m/f/d)
for our Frankfurt, Langelsheim, Germany (or Budapest, Hungary) location to start as soon as possible.
Albemarle is a global leader in transforming essential resources into critical ingredients for mobility, energy, connectivity and health. Through our Chemical Synthesis business pillar, we leverage a strong heritage in high-purity reagents that enable critical reactions in advanced manufacturing. We support pharmaceutical and agrochemical customers with performance-driven solutions for small-molecule API and advanced intermediate production. Our products are also used in semiconductor and elastomer applications. With manufacturing and technical capabilities in Germany, the United States, and Taiwan, Albemarle combines deep chemistry expertise with global scale and close customer collaboration.
This role is responsible for the development and execution of both short and long-term marketing strategies that align with Albemarle’s business goals, brand positioning, and market opportunities for specific market segments, regions and product portfolios, driving growth and competitive differentiation. This role will report to the Chemical Synthesis Marketing Director.
What You will do
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Market Segmentation & Profiling: Drive advanced market segmentation and customer profiling; assess competitive landscapes; deliver segment briefs to guide strategy
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Strategic Marketing Execution: Design and implement data-driven go-to-market strategies or campaigns, coordinate with stakeholders, and design monitor campaign performance
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Market Intelligence & Value Proposition: Analyze B2B chemical market trends and Voice of Customer (VOC) feedback; develop compelling value propositions and customer-centric content in collaboration with cross-functional teams
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Innovation & Leadership: Support product innovation and portfolio management; facilitate ideation workshops, business case development, and act as a strategic liaison across teams
What You bring
Required:
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Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing and/or Chemistry, Organic Synthesis, or a related field (master’s degree preferred)
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5 + years of experience in Marketing roles, ideally in the Pharma or Pharma Intermediates or deep understanding of the API manufacturing value chain
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Exposure and demonstration of knowledge in the Pharma and/or Specialty Chemical market
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Experience supporting cross-functional teams and managing regional projects in a matrix environment as proven by success in executing strategies-based market research and competitive analysis
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English proficiency is required
Preferred:
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Market Insights & VOC: Skilled in market research, complex data analysis, and delivering insights to shape strategy
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Strategic Segmentation & Analytical Expertise: Experienced in segmentation frameworks, scoring models, and enabling data-driven decisions
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Go-to-Market Strategy Development: Able to use insights and analytics to help build effective, growth-focused go-to-market strategies
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Marketing Campaign Development & Execution: Proven track record designing and managing marketing campaigns with cross-functional teams, using market insights to meet business goals
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Influential Communication & Facilitation: Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills; adept at leading workshops, managing logistics, and providing strategic briefings
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German proficiency is a plus
What You Can Expect from Us:
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Attractive remuneration depending on individual qualifications and professional experience as well as a company pension plan
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We also offer you special annual payments, such as Christmas bonus, 30 days' holiday and much more
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Flexible working time models, company health management, employer-financed additional care insurance, a company bicycle, canteen and free parking
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Systematic training by experienced team members and external courses is a matter of course for us
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With us you can expect a varied and interesting area of responsibility in a large international company as well as a collegial working atmosphere
**Are you interested? **
**Then please apply only via our application portal Workday with your complete application documents (cover letter, current CV and certificates) stating the reference number and the site. **
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Benefits of Joining Albemarle
We are partners to one another in pioneering new ways to be better for ourselves, our teams, and our communities. When you join Albemarle, you become our most essential element and you can anticipate competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and resources that foster your well-being and fuel your personal growth. Help us shape the future, build with purpose and grow together.