Associate Director, Regional Category Management - Single Use

Why Ansell? At Ansell, we stay two steps ahead of workplace risk to deliver innovative safety solutions that enhance people%27s quality of life. As a global leader in protection solutions, we design and develop a wide range of products including gloves, clothing, and other protective gear to keep workers safe and productive across industrial, medical, and consumer applications. Discover more about our company, our people, and our values by visiting us at Ansell . Ansell is looking for an Associate Director, Regional Category Management – Single Use, Americas to join our team either Iselin, NJ or Alpharetta, GA! In this position, you will play a critical leadership role in shaping and executing the regional portfolio strategy for Ansell’s Single Use Business Unit across North America and Latin America. You will lead a team of Regional Category Managers and drive profitable growth through strategic portfolio management, product commercialization, pricing strategy, market intelligence, and cross-functional collaboration. This is an exciting opportunity to influence business performance, accelerate innovation adoption, and strengthen Ansell’s leadership position in key markets. What benefits and opportunities does Ansell offer? Competitive compensation plan, including a performance based annual incentive. Flexible and hybrid work model. A culture of belonging and inclusion, collaboration thrives, and everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered—across our global community. Ansell University, LinkedIn Learning and Mentorship programs to develop professional and interpersonal skills Opportunities to advance and grow within the company through LinkedIn Learning and Mentorships. Health Benefits: medical, dental, vision, short term and long- term disability and wellness programs 401-k plan with company match Paid time off (vacation, sick and personal days) 14 paid holidays Continuing Education Reimbursement Summer Friday’s Regional Belonging & Inclusion Networks Green office concept and a global mission of sustainability What your role will be? Lead Regional Category Strategy & Portfolio Management: Own and drive the Americas product portfolio strategy for the Single Use Business Unit across North America and Latin America. Lead and develop a team of Regional Category Managers, fostering high performance and collaboration. Partner closely with global category and brand teams to localize and execute global portfolio strategies. Identify market opportunities, competitive threats, and portfolio optimization initiatives that drive sustainable growth. Manage the complete product lifecycle, including new product introductions, product rationalization, portfolio transfers, and brand/OEM strategies. Consolidate and communicate Voice of Customer (VOC) insights to support innovation, new product development, and portfolio decision. Facilitate successful regional product launches through coordination of pricing, forecasting, inventory planning, sales enablement, marketing support, and system readiness. Drive Commercial Excellence: Partner with sales, customer marketing, and channel partners to maximize portfolio performance and market penetration. Support revenue growth through opportunity development, customer conversions, and strategic account initiatives. Provide product expertise and marketing support for tenders, promotional programs, pricing actions, product changes, technical documentation, and customer communications. Deliver product training and onboarding programs for sales teams. Conduct category reviews and present portfolio strategies, new product launches, and growth initiatives to customers and channel partners. Coordinate localization efforts to meet regional customer and market requirements. Serve as a trusted product expert supporting sales teams, customer service, and key customers. Business Performance & Financial Management: Partner with commercial leadership to support portfolio profitability and overall P&L performance. Analyze sales trends, market share, customer segmentation, and portfolio health to identify growth opportunities. Develop and execute regional pricing strategies based on competitive dynamics, customer value perception, and willingness-to-pay analysis. Monitor portfolio financial performance and recommend corrective actions as needed. Gather and leverage competitive intelligence to inform strategic decisions. Deliver portfolio performance reviews and actionable business insights to senior leadership. Collaborate with Supply Chain and Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) teams to optimize inventory management, minimize aging inventory, and improve forecast accuracy. Manage allocation strategies and customer prioritization during supply constraints. What will you bring to Ansell? Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or a related field, MBA preferred. 8+ years of product, portfolio, category, or marketing management experience. Demonstrated success managing complex product portfolios and driving commercial growth. Experience within B2B industrial, manufacturing, PPE, safety products, healthcare products, or related industries preferred. Proven ability to balance strategic thinking with operational execution. Strong financial acumen with experience managing portfolio profitability and pricing strategy. Customer-centric mindset with strong market and industry awareness. Skilled at influencing stakeholders and cross-functional teams, driving alignment across global and regional organizations. Ability to participate in occasional meetings outside standard business hours to support global collaboration. Willingness to travel throughout North America and Latin America as business needs require. Join us to lead the world to a safer future, apply today ! Equal Opportunity Employer: Ansell is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, marital status, parental status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Ansell. Please inform the company%27s personnel representative if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process. Ansell is an EO Employer – M/F/Vets/Disabled and other protected categories. Our Commitment to Belonging and Inclusion: Ansell’s vision is about creating safe spaces where all perspectives are valued alongside individual contributions. When we say that everyone deserves to belong, feel included and empowered at work., it%27s not just words. We want applicants to know that we endeavor to create an inclusive environment that will consider all, regardless of age, gender, background, disability, veteran status, or experience alone! It’s what drives Ansell as an organization towards a workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate, it’s what drives us to serve our customers and stakeholders with pride, and it’s what differentiates Ansell. Follow us on Instagram , Twitter , LinkedIn and Facebook Why Ansell? At Ansell, we stay two steps ahead of workplace risk to deliver innovative safety solutions that enhance people%27s quality of life. As a global leader in protection solutions, we design and develop a wide range of products including gloves, clothing, and other protective gear to keep workers safe and productive across industrial, medical, and consumer applications. Discover more about our company, our people, and our values by visiting us at Ansell . Ansell is looking for an Associate Director, Regional Category Management – Single Use, Americas to join our team either Iselin, NJ or Alpharetta, GA! In this position, you will play a critical leadership role in shaping and executing the regional portfolio strategy for Ansell’s Single Use Business Unit across North America and Latin America. You will lead a team of Regional Category Managers and drive profitable growth through strategic portfolio management, product commercialization, pricing strategy, market intelligence, and cross-functional collaboration. This is an exciting opportunity to influence business performance, accelerate innovation adoption, and strengthen Ansell’s leadership position in key markets. What benefits and opportunities does Ansell offer? Competitive compensation plan, including a performance based annual incentive. Flexible and hybrid work model. A culture of belonging and inclusion, collaboration thrives, and everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered—across our global community. Ansell University, LinkedIn Learning and Mentorship programs to develop professional and interpersonal skills Opportunities to advance and grow within the company through LinkedIn Learning and Mentorships. Health Benefits: medical, dental, vision, short term and long- term disability and wellness programs 401-k plan with company match Paid time off (vacation, sick and personal days) 14 paid holidays Continuing Education Reimbursement Summer Friday’s Regional Belonging & Inclusion Networks Green office concept and a global mission of sustainability What your role will be? Lead Regional Category Strategy & Portfolio Management: Own and drive the Americas product portfolio strategy for the Single Use Business Unit across North America and Latin America. Lead and develop a team of Regional Category Managers, fostering high performance and collaboration. Partner closely with global category and brand teams to localize and execute global portfolio strategies. Identify market opportunities, competitive threats, and portfolio optimization initiatives that drive sustainable growth. Manage the complete product lifecycle, including new product introductions, product rationalization, portfolio transfers, and brand/OEM strategies. Consolidate and communicate Voice of Customer (VOC) insights to support innovation, new product development, and portfolio decision. Facilitate successful regional product launches through coordination of pricing, forecasting, inventory planning, sales enablement, marketing support, and system readiness. Drive Commercial Excellence: Partner with sales, customer marketing, and channel partners to maximize portfolio performance and market penetration. Support revenue growth through opportunity development, customer conversions, and strategic account initiatives. Provide product expertise and marketing support for tenders, promotional programs, pricing actions, product changes, technical documentation, and customer communications. Deliver product training and onboarding programs for sales teams. Conduct category reviews and present portfolio strategies, new product launches, and growth initiatives to customers and channel partners. Coordinate localization efforts to meet regional customer and market requirements. Serve as a trusted product expert supporting sales teams, customer service, and key customers. Business Performance & Financial Management: Partner with commercial leadership to support portfolio profitability and overall P&L performance. Analyze sales trends, market share, customer segmentation, and portfolio health to identify growth opportunities. Develop and execute regional pricing strategies based on competitive dynamics, customer value perception, and willingness-to-pay analysis. Monitor portfolio financial performance and recommend corrective actions as needed. Gather and leverage competitive intelligence to inform strategic decisions. Deliver portfolio performance reviews and actionable business insights to senior leadership. Collaborate with Supply Chain and Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) teams to optimize inventory management, minimize aging inventory, and improve forecast accuracy. Manage allocation strategies and customer prioritization during supply constraints. What will you bring to Ansell? Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or a related field, MBA preferred. 8+ years of product, portfolio, category, or marketing management experience. Demonstrated success managing complex product portfolios and driving commercial growth. Experience within B2B industrial, manufacturing, PPE, safety products, healthcare products, or related industries preferred. Proven ability to balance strategic thinking with operational execution. Strong financial acumen with experience managing portfolio profitability and pricing strategy. Customer-centric mindset with strong market and industry awareness. Skilled at influencing stakeholders and cross-functional teams, driving alignment across global and regional organizations. Ability to participate in occasional meetings outside standard business hours to support global collaboration. Willingness to travel throughout North America and Latin America as business needs require. Join us to lead the world to a safer future, apply today ! Equal Opportunity Employer: Ansell is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, marital status, parental status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Ansell. Please inform the company%27s personnel representative if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process. Ansell is an EO Employer – M/F/Vets/Disabled and other protected categories. Our Commitment to Belonging and Inclusion: Ansell’s vision is about creating safe spaces where all perspectives are valued alongside individual contributions. When we say that everyone deserves to belong, feel included and empowered at work., it%27s not just words. We want applicants to know that we endeavor to create an inclusive environment that will consider all, regardless of age, gender, background, disability, veteran status, or experience alone! It’s what drives Ansell as an organization towards a workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate, it’s what drives us to serve our customers and stakeholders with pride, and it’s what differentiates Ansell. Follow us on Instagram , Twitter , LinkedIn and Facebook

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