Senior Director Digital Operations & Product Management (m/f/d)

Brenntag is transforming how digital capabilities support our global distribution and supply chain operations. We are looking for an experienced leader to head our Digital Operations & Product Management capability, covering transportation, supply chain planning, fulfilment and emerging digital products. You will combine a strong understanding of distribution and transportation operations with digital product leadership, working across business, technology and Data Science teams to turn operational priorities into scalable solutions and measurable business value.

Your Role

Lead the global Digital Operations & Product Management portfolio and its product roadmaps and priorities. Further develop digital capabilities across transportation, supply chain planning, fulfilment and operational visibility. Lead products from business need through delivery, deployment, adoption and continuous improvement. Partner with global and regional Supply Chain leaders to identify priorities and drive value realisation. Lead an international team of Product Managers and Digital Operations specialists. Orchestrate delivery across Engineering, Data Science, BI, Architecture, ERP teams and strategic technology partners. Develop investment proposals and manage the portfolio against agreed budgets and outcomes. Identify and lead Applied AI opportunities across distribution and supply chain operations. Work with Data Scientists to translate operational challenges into practical AI use cases and scalable digital products.

Your Profile

• 10+ years of relevant experience in distribution, logistics, transportation, supply chain operations or related digital products and technology.
• Strong practical understanding of physical distribution and transportation operations.
• Proven experience leading digital transformation and implementing digital or operational technology in an international organisation.
• Strong product and portfolio management capabilities and experience leading cross-functional teams.
• Experience applying data science, optimisation, machine learning or AI to operational use cases.
• Strong business and financial acumen and the ability to engage effectively across business and technology.
• A pragmatic leadership style with the ability to simplify complexity and move initiatives from concept to adoption.
• Fluent English; additional languages are an advantage.

Our Offer

Exciting professional tasks and challenges in a diverse and secure working environment with the world market leader in the chemical distribution industry and DAX listed company

Arrange your working hours and breaks flexible via your flextime account; Thanks to our company's internal regulation on mobile working, your professional and private life can be combined even better

Our personalized onboarding program, guarantees that you will be off to a quick start

• A competitive remuneration package, including holiday pay and a Christmas bonus, awaits you
• Take advantage of our company-sponsored pension scheme
• Benefit from free employee parking, convenient transport connections
• Our “House of Elements” offers modern and ergonomic workplaces, an award-winning company restaurant, and a selection of complimentary coffee varieties
• Your well-being is very important to us: Take advantage of our preventive health care offers and enjoy 30 relaxing days of holiday per year
• Stay fit and do your bit for the environment at the same time: Lease your dream bike conveniently via Brenntag

Brenntag provides equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees of all backgrounds and identities to create a workplace where difference is valued because it forms a resilient and more innovative organization.

We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, religion or belief, parental and family status, or any other protected characteristic.

We welcome applications from women, men and non-binary candidates of all ethnicities and socio-economic backgrounds.

Brenntag TA Team

Brenntag is the leading global distributor of chemicals and ingredients, committed to connecting customers and suppliers within networks. We add value for our customers and partners every step of the way: through our product knowledge, innovation, and sustainable solutions, combined with our passion for service excellence and commitment to safety. Headquartered in Essen, Germany, and with more than 17,500 experts at about 600 locations in 72 countries, our two global divisions, Brenntag Essentials and Brenntag Specialties, offer a full range of industrial and specialty chemicals and ingredients. Therefore, our clients and partners can count on us for global reach combined with local agility and execution. As an employer, we embrace diversity and foster a sense of community and collaboration in an environment where employees are encouraged to share ideas and work together. We engage our employees in the company’s mission for collective success, by building long-term stability and safety through trust and clarity across the organization. We believe in empowering our employees to reach their full potential and shape the future. For more information, please visit