Head of Business Unit - Health

Job description

Job Title: Head of Business Unit - Health

Posting Start Date: 8/11/26

As part of Döhler’s continued commitment to people development and business growth, we are seeking a Head of BU Health to lead our global health business from our Innovation Center in Princeton, NJ. This onsite leadership role offers a unique opportunity to partner with the current position holder through a structured handover process, ensuring a seamless transition and effective onboarding experience. You will play a pivotal role in shaping strategy, accelerating innovation, and driving sustainable growth across our health portfolio on a global scale.

Your Responsibilities:

Develop and implement the business strategy for the global health business including the product portfolio, business development, supply chain, pricing, innovation and the overall growth initiatives

Define a sustainable, profitable roadmap to drive the business and revenue growth in line with the customer requirements, while ensuring it is in line with the Doehler business value

Lead and develop a team of product managers

Drive innovation projects and pipelines through to the commercialization stage

Build a strong working relationship with the product organization and the respective internal stakeholders within our global matrix organization

Develop and maintain strong working relationships with our customers to build a deeper understanding of their needs, workflows and business challenges

Support customer visits with the sales team and take over public appearances

Communicate up-to-date and aligned portfolio updates on all media incl. product portfolio displays within and outside of the organization

Ensure in-house trainings to foster a deeper understanding of the product portfolio and the positioning

Salary Range - $250,000 –280,000

The compensation range provided reflects the expected base compensation only and does not include potential bonuses, incentive plans, or benefits. An individual’s final compensation offer will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to education level, relevant experience, training, and geographic location.

Your Profile:

Successful track record in a similar international product management focused on B2B Food & Beverage markets

Minimum five years supervisory or managerial experience in a matrix environment is required

Proven technological knowledge in bioscience with a strong commercial drive

Proven track record creating and executing product roadmaps incrementally and sustainably

Strong customer mind set with demonstrated ability to engage directly and honestly with customers and deliver positive experience by creating a partnership mentality

Must be a strategic thinker with the ability to influence and drive business objectives while maintaining our company and people values

Very good understanding of current talent management practices with a great passion for people development

Excellent organizational and project management skills and ability to meet deadlines

Hands-on mentality and entrepreneurial thinking skills, capable of working well as part of a team as well as independently

Ability to deal with ambiguity, manage change and multiple priorities in a dynamic and ever-changing surrounding

Willingness to travel globally between 20%-30% of the working time

Fluent English will be required. German or other additional languages highly beneficial

We offer:

Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans to support you and your family

Paid Parental Leave –Maternity and Paternity Leave so you can focus on what matters most

401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match – Plan for your future with company-supported retirement savings

Paid Time Off – Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with PTO and 11 Paid Holidays

Employee Engagement – Join our Engagement Team for fun events, volunteer opportunities, and ways to connect with colleagues across the company

Döhler Academy: You have the opportunity to continuously develop your education further through internal and external training programs

Supportive Culture – Friendly and informal atmosphere, family-owned, flat hierarchies, open communication, and helpful colleagues

Meaningful Impact – Be an integral part of our business success and help shape the future of nutrition

Empowerment – Unleash your full potential with opportunities to grow, lead, and make a real difference

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