We are seeking a Group Principal Director (preferably based in France) for our Global Pharmaceuticals division.

About Barentz

Barentz is a global specialty ingredients solutions provider. The company sources branded specialty ingredients from leading manufacturers worldwide, and its ingredient experts provide value-added technical support, including pre-mixing, blending, ingredient formulation, and ingredient testing at its state-of-the-art, customized formulation centers and application laboratories across EMEA, the Americas, and Asia-Pacific.

Established in 1953, Barentz has operations in more than 70 countries with a strong presence in Europe and North America, and a rapidly growing network in Latin America and Asia-Pacific. With a turnover of €2.3 billion, the company employs over 2,800 people worldwide and serves more than 27,000 customers. For more information, visit: www.barentz.com

At Barentz, our core values are the foundation of our success. They unite and inspire us, define our identity, and guide our daily efforts. We are one team with one goal, driven to achieve greatness together. Our core values:

• We are One Team,

• We are Knowledge Driven,

• We are Strong Partners,

• We are Entrepreneurial,

• We embrace Change,

• We live by Integrity.

If you’re passionate about these values and ready to make a difference, we want you on our team! Apply now and be a part of our exciting journey to achieve our purpose.

About this role

Job Purpose

• The GPD coordinates one or more Group Key Principals globally.

• Serves as the enterprise growth architect, shaping the global strategic plan with key principals, aligning divisions and regions, and securing long-term partnerships to accelerate Barentz’s global footprint.

• Ensures achievement of the agreed budget target.

• Gains new territories with the principals.

• Leads the strategic development and overall coordination of the relationship with the Group Key Principal across regions and divisions.

• Establishes strong relationships at the executive level.

Critical results

• Manages and strengthens the relationship with the principal at the global level, across regions and divisions.

• Defines, agrees upon, and implements a global strategic plan with the Principal, covering all relevant regions and divisions.

• Obtains alignment internally and with the Principal on key business ambitions and targets.

• Delivers year-on-year sales and profit growth with the Group Key Principal in line with Barentz’s strategic plan.

• Ensures effective coordination of GPMs, RPMs, and internal stakeholders.

• Implements clear governance mechanisms, both internally and through top-to-top meetings with the Principal.

• Ensures the Group Key Principal’s satisfaction with the partnership and level of investment in the relationship.

Tasks, responsibilities, and deliverables

• Define the global business development plan for the Group Principal in collaboration with regional and divisional teams.

• Lead regular global joint business reviews with the Principal. Organize internal alignment meetings across countries and divisions, including effective coordination of Global Principal Managers (GPMs) and Regional Principal Managers (RPMs).

• Ensure contracts and distribution agreements are aligned across regions and divisions.

• Identify and drive cross-regional growth opportunities, such as new products, markets, or applications.

• Act as the primary escalation contact and coordination lead for key issues, such as supply disruptions and pricing conflicts.

• Support the budget process.

• Utilize the Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) system to ensure material principal agreements are concluded, maintained, and executed correctly. (CPAI)