Head of Strategic Marketing (Incotec)

ppJoin Incotec, a Croda brand,and help shape the future of sustainable agriculture. As a global leader inseed enhancement and crop technologies, we enable growers to improve yields,strengthen food security and make farming more sustainable. Guided by Croda'spurpose, Smart science to improve lives™, we combine innovation, collaborationand expertise to create solutions that make a real difference. /ppWe are seeking a passionateand commercially minded Head of Strategic Marketing to drive long-termgrowth through market-led strategy, portfolio direction and innovationprioritisation. Working across Marketing, RD and Commercial teams, youwill identify future opportunities, shape investment decisions and ensure ourinnovation pipeline delivers sustainable growth and competitive advantage. /ppAs a member of the IncotecGlobal Leadership Team, you will play a central role in shaping businessstrategy, influencing investment decisions and ensuring customer, market andportfolio insights are embedded in leadership decision-making. /ppThis is a unique opportunityto influence business strategy, strengthen portfolio performance and createlasting value in a purpose-driven, global organisation. /ph3Who We’re Looking For: /h3pA strategic leaderwho can anticipate where agricultural markets are heading, identify theopportunities that matter most, and turn insight into sustainable businessgrowth. /pulliProven success in strategic marketing, portfolio management or growth strategy within a global B2B agricultural business. /liliDemonstrated ability to shape portfolio and innovation investment decisions that drive growth, differentiation and long-term value creation. /liliStrong commercial acumen, with the ability to translate market insights, customer needs and industry trends into winning business strategies. /liliExperience using data, analytics and market intelligence to influence decision-making and deliver measurable business outcomes. /liliA strategic thinker who can see the bigger picture while turning complex challenges into clear, actionable priorities. /liliSkilled at influencing and aligning senior stakeholders across a global matrix organisation, building trust and momentum behind strategic initiatives. /liliResilient, adaptable and comfortable operating in evolving environments where ambiguity creates opportunity. /liliNaturally curious, with a passion for engaging customers, industry networks and thought leaders to identify emerging trends, uncover new opportunities and challenge customer status quo. /liliDegree qualified in Marketing, Business, Agriculture or a related discipline. /liliProfessional marketing qualification or postgraduate degree is advantageous. /li /ulh3What You’ll Be Doing: /h3pIn this role, youwill shape the future direction of Incotec's portfolio and innovation strategy,ensuring we remain at the forefront of sustainable agriculture. Working acrossthe business, you will turn market insight into strategic action, guide investmentdecisions and build the capabilities needed to drive long-term growth. /pulliLead the strategic marketing agenda, as a member of the Incotec Global Leadership Team, aligning portfolio, innovation and commercial priorities to drive sustainable growth. /liliShape the global portfolio strategy, balancing short and long-term opportunities to maximise business value. /liliTurn customer insights, industry engagement, and market trends into growth opportunities, innovation priorities and differentiated market positioning. /liliGovern and prioritise the innovation pipeline, ensuring investment decisions deliver strong commercial returns. /liliEmbed long-term portfolio planning to identify performance gaps, growth opportunities and future investment needs. /liliChampion the voice of the customer and market, influencing strategic and investment decisions at leadership level. /liliPartner with RD, Sales and regional teams to translate technical capabilities into compelling customer value propositions. /liliBuild and maintain strategic relationships with customers, industry bodies, research partners and external networks, ensuring Incotec remains connected to emerging market needs and future growth opportunities. /liliAnticipate market, competitive and regulatory developments, identifying opportunities, risks and areas for differentiation. /liliAdvance the use of market intelligence, digital tools and AI-enabled insights to strengthen decision-making. /liliBuild, lead and develop a high-performing strategic marketing team. /li /ulh3Additional Information /h3pWe welcome applications from candidatesacross the Netherlands. While the role is ideally based in our Enkhuizenlocation, remote working arrangements may be considered for the rightcandidate. /ppIf you require any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process or experience any issueswith our online application process, please email /ph3Why Croda? /h3pAt Incotec,you'll do more than lead strategy, you'll help shape the future of sustainableagriculture. Backed by Croda's global reach and purpose-driven culture, you'llhave the opportunity to influence business direction, as a member of IncotecGlobal Leadership Team, guide innovation investment and create lasting valuefor customers around the world. Wepride ourselves on bringing together diverse teams and talents from across theglobe and, guided by our values of Responsible, Innovative, and Together, weare passionate about building an inclusive, collaborative, and diverseorganisation with innovation and customer focus underpinning all that we do. /ppCroda is anequal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications fromsuitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability,age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity,religion or belief. #LI-SB1 /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr