Marketing Manager (Animal Nutrition)

Job title – Marketing Manager (Animal Nutrition)

Location – Seoul, South Korea

Develops and strengthens commercial and innovation processes to accelerate speed to market, enhance technical success, and drives market penetration of new product launches.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Leads the execution of the ANH Performance Solutions strategy in the country and provides key customer insights to shape and further develop the overall Performance Solutions strategy.
• Drives early customer engagement and trials to validate and accelerate the adoption of new Performance Solutions.
• Builds and maintains a robust business pipeline and ensures effective pipeline management.
• Analyzes pipeline-to-sales conversion and identifies actions to improve conversion and accelerate revenue growth.
• Works closely with the Head of Sales to deliver financial targets, sales growth, and innovation sales objectives.
• Develops and strengthens Performance Solutions talent and builds a strong succession pipeline with diverse, high-potential, and high-performing talent.
• Leads and oversees country-level marketing activities for Performance Solutions.
• Develops and manages the country KOL network and local technical network.
• Provides technical support for plant activities, including Quality Control (QC), Finished Goods (FG), and sample management.
• Leads the development of new value propositions for Performance Solutions products to create differentiated customer value and drive business growth.
• Drives the successful launch and commercialization of new products while establishing strategic sales directions and providing sales support for existing products.

We offer:

• Unique career paths across animal, nutrition and health - explore what drives you and get the support to make it happen.
• A chance to impact millions of consumers every day – sustainability embedded in all we do.
• A science led company, cutting edge research and creativity everywhere – from biotech breakthroughs to sustainability game-changers, you’ll work on what’s next.
• Growth that keeps up with you – you join an industry leader that will develop your expertise and leadership.
• A culture that lifts you up – with collaborative teams, shared wins, and people who cheer each other on.
• A community where your voice matters – it is essential to serve our customers well.

You Bring:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Animal Science, Animal Nutrition, or a related field. A Ph.D. is preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in the feed or feed additives industry, with significant experience in sales and marketing.
• Strong knowledge of animal nutrition, feed formulation, and nutritional analysis, with practical application experience.
• Solid understanding of the feed and feed additives industry, including technical, commercial, and market aspects.
• Strong practical experience in technical support, marketing support, customer engagement, and application development.
• Ability to develop and execute both marketing and sales activities, including direct customer visits and field activities.
• Excellent presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong problem-solving capabilities with a practical and solution-oriented mindset.
• Proactive “can-do” attitude with a strong sense of ownership and a positive, action-oriented approach.
• Strong team player with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions and divisions.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• A valid driver’s license is mandatory.

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.

Inclusion, belonging 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.