IT - Product Lead - Growth Enablement

Syensqo is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

Job overview and responsibilities

Join us at Syensqo, where our IT team is gearing up to enhance its capabilities. We play a crucial role in the group's transformation—accelerating growth, reshaping progress, and creating sustainable shared value. The IT team is making operational adjustments to supercharge value across the entire organization.

Here at Syensqo, we're one strong team! Our commitment to accountability drives us as we work hard to deliver value for our customers and stakeholders. In our dynamic and collaborative work environment, we add a touch of enjoyment while staying true to our motto: reinvent progress. Come be part of our transformation journey and contribute to the change as a future team member. 

As an IT Product Lead for Growth Enablement at Syensqo, you will spearhead the development and execution of digital solutions that drive business growth and enhance operational efficiency. Your role will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for innovation and implementing technology-driven strategies that align with Syensqo's commitment to sustainability and excellence. By leveraging your expertise in product management and growth enablement, you will play a crucial role in advancing our mission of scientific exploration and creating sustainable solutions that benefit both our customers and the planet. The Product Lead - Growth Enablement reports to the Head of Digital Growth & Innovation and leads an experienced team. His role sits in a center close to our Sales, Marketing teams.

Strategic Planning and Vision:

• Develop and communicate a clear vision for IT products that align with Syensqo's Sales & Marketing strategic objectives.
• Identify opportunities for technological advancements - namely AI - that can enhance the company's product offerings and operational efficiency.

• Build close relationships with the Research & Innovation, Sustainability, Supply Chain and Syensqo.ai teams to accelerate the time and go-to-market of Syensqo’s innovations.

Product Development:

• Oversee the entire product lifecycle from ideation to deployment, ensuring that products or SaaS solutions meet quality standards and user needs.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, data teams and software engineers, to bring digital products/Saas solutions to the company.
• Establish metrics to evaluate the success of IT products and initiatives, continuously seek feedback from users and stakeholders to improve product offerings and address any challenges.

Sustainability, Ethics and Risk Management:

• Ensure that all IT products in scope of the role align with Syensqo's commitment to sustainability and ethical practices.

• Identify potential risks associated with new technologies and develop strategies to mitigate them.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and company policies in all innovation activities.

Team Management and Leadership:

Team Building and Development:

• Recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of IT professionals, fostering an inclusive and collaborative work environment.
• Encourage continuous learning and professional growth by providing opportunities for training and development.

Leadership and Motivation:

• Inspire and motivate the team to achieve innovation goals by setting clear expectations and providing regular feedback.
• Lead by example, embodying Syensqo's core values and promoting a culture of integrity, respect, and excellence.

Stakeholder Management:

• Collaborate with customer facing teams to build relevant business cases.
• Engage with internal stakeholders, including business units and leadership, to gather insights and seek alignment.
• Foster partnerships with external technology providers.

Resource Allocation:

• Efficiently allocate resources, including teams and budget, to ensure that projects are delivered in time, in budget, in value. 

Conflict Resolution:

• Address and resolve any conflicts or challenges within the team, promoting open communication and a "Speak Up" culture where team members feel safe to express concerns.
• Facilitate collaboration and unity within the IT team, valuing diverse perspectives and encouraging constructive dialogue.

Performance Management:

• Set performance objectives and conduct regular evaluations to assess team and individual contributions to innovation projects.
• Recognize and reward outstanding performance, fostering a passion for performance and a commitment to excellence.

Education and experience

Educational Background:

• A degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, or a related field. Equivalent practical experience in growth strategy or business development is equally valued.
• Ongoing education and professional development in areas such as growth hacking, strategic marketing, or leadership are encouraged and recognized.

Experience:

• Proven experience in driving growth initiatives and strategies, with a strong understanding of market dynamics and customer needs.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and collaborate with diverse stakeholders, including sales teams, marketing departments, and external partners, to enable business growth.
• Experience in product positioning, market analysis, and customer engagement, with a track record of supporting growth targets through digital & IT solutions.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and insights to inform strategic decisions and drive business outcomes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence across diverse teams and organizational levels.

Skills and behavioral competencies

• Result orientation, influence & impact
• Empowerment & accountability
• Team spirit, building relationships, collective accountability        
• Strong leadership capability, executing as appropriate in the areas of responsibility
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to explain technology solutions in business terms, establish rapport and persuade others

Language skills

English

What’s in it for the candidate

• Be part of and contribute to a once-in-a-lifetime change journey 
• Join a dynamic team that is going to tackle big bets
• Have fun and work at a high pace

About us

• Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.
• At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.