Category Manager - Natural Colors (Food & Beverage)

We are a global producer, marketer and provider of technology-driven natural ingredients, ingredient systems and integrated solutions for the global food, beverage and life science & nutrition industry. We are all about mastering sensory experience and nutritional performance. 

We offer exceptional opportunities for passionate people who want to shape the future of nutrition in an entrepreneurial and impact-driven environment. Here, you have the freedom to take ownership and to thrive both professionally and personally. Be part of a highly committed team with a clear purpose: at Döhler, smart ideas have a way of becoming great products. ​

​​Together, we bring ideas to life.

Become the creative and commercial driving force behind Döhler's North American colors portfolio. In this high-visibility position based in Chicago, IL, you will shape how millions of consumers experience the visual appeal of their favorite food and beverage brands.

Your Responsibilities: 

• Shape the Visual Future: Own the end-to-end strategy, lifecycle, and market growth of our vibrant colors and coatings portfolio.
• Fuel Revenue & Profit: Take charge of aggressive P&L, revenue, and profitability targets to expand our market footprint.
• Spot the Next Big Trend: Turn deep market intelligence, consumer behavior, and competitor tracking into winning product breakthroughs.
• Partner with Sales & R&D: Act as the bridge between technical innovation and commercial success, arming the sales team with high-impact value propositions and winning pitches.
• Command the Stage: Deliver compelling product stories and technical capability presentations directly to key client accounts.
• Launch Market Movements: Team up with marketing to build explosive campaigns, training tools, and launch collateral.

Compensation & Rewards

• Base Salary Range: $140,000 – $160,000 (commensurate with experience, plus performance incentives and competitive benefits).

Your Profile: 

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, or a closely related discipline.
•  At least 3 years of hands-on product management, product development, or R&D experience specifically within the natural colors market.
•  Charismatic, strategic, and capable of translating complex chemistry into clear, commercial excitement.
•  Open to travel up to 25% to meet clients and industry partners.

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What We Offer:

• Work with passion: ​We create an environment where passion meets profession. Meaningful work and positive energy inspire people to give their best and make lasting contribution to our shared success.
• Take ownership: ​We empower you to take ownership and share your ideas. Whatever your role, you have the opportunity to show initiative and make an impact.
• Grow your way: ​With flexible development opportunities across departments and a global team, you can broaden your skills, discover new strengths and actively shape your career path. ​ ​
• Thrive in a global environment: ​Join an international team bringing together multiple cultures, languages and perspectives to spark new ideas and inspiration. Through global collaboration, you expand your horizon both professionally and personally.  ​
• The team always wins: ​We build real connections and grow together. By sharing knowledge and valuing each other’s strengths, we create a culture where trust and team play lead to shared success.  ​

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Equal Opportunities for All

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds regardless of age, ancestry, disability, ethnic origin, gender, gender identity or expression, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, social background or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.​
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A good match starts with shared values. Complete our Culture Fit Challenge to find out how well your mindset aligns with the way we work.

Does it feel like a fit? Then apply through our online career portal and attach it to your application. Please note that we are unable to consider or return application documents sent by post.