Director / Head of Global Research and Innovation Management (m/f/d)

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REACH) • Lead, develop and coach the team, including resource, capacity and priority management • Foster effective collaboration with internal stakeholders and build strong partnerships with external partners, universities and research institutes • Represent the company in relevant technical committees, industry forums and regulatory working groups • Continuously improve innovation processes and align laboratory and testing capabilities with strategic business needs • Support product development, production and quality functions through technical expertise, testing and material evaluation • Build and maintain a strong innovation ecosystem by leveraging technology scouting, market intelligence and strategic partnerships Your profile: • Master's degree or PhD in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Engineering or a related field • Several years of experience in Research & Development, Innovation Management or Material Development within an industrial environment • Proven leadership experience with the ability to build, motivate and develop high-performing teams • Strong expertise in materials, surface technologies and manufacturing processes • Solid knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements and industry standards (e.g.

REACH) • Experience in managing innovation projects from concept through implementation • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a hands-on and solution-oriented mindset • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills across international and cross-functional environments • Experience collaborating with external partners, universities, research institutes and industry networks • Fluent in English; additional language skills are considered an advantage We are looking for a Director / Head of Global Research and Innovation Management (m/f/d) for theGlobal Research and Innovation Management department in Oberderdingen Key responsibilities: • Develop and implement the innovation roadmap for materials, surfaces and technologies in alignment with company strategy, market trends and regulatory requirements • Identify, develop and validate new materials, surfaces and functionalities to strengthen competitive advantage and support sustainability targets • Drive the continuous improvement of existing materials and manufacturing processes with regard to quality, performance and efficiency • Ensure compliance with technical standards, guidelines and regulatory requirements (e.g.