(Closed)LANXESS Deutschland GmbH
Head of Application Technology (f/m/d)
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- Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
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- Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
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Job Highlights
#J-18808-Ljbffr- Global responsibility for application technology and development for Business Segment Specialty Industrial Additives (SIA)
- Lead the Global Center of Excellence laboratory for Business Segment SIA at site Mannheim
- Key leadership team member to develop and implement a global growth strategy for Business Segment SIA
- Drive development of new and improved product solutions in alignment with customer needs
- Translate existing product technologies into adjacent market opportunities
- Accountable for global new process development, manufacturing support, and raw material qualification
- Own and manage the IP portfolio for Business Segment SIA
- PhD in tribology, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, or chemistry with at least 10 years of professional experience, preferably in the lubricant industry
- More than 3 years of experience in leading a research & development laboratory team, preferably in an international environment
- Strong track record of delivering new solutions and results via a customer-oriented approach
- Professional experience in project and people management in global projects, preferably with experience in lean management
- Excellent English and German language competency, with executive communication and presentation skills
- Willingness to travel internationally
Work experience
- Electronics Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- General Project Management
Languages
- English