Motul
Location
Vaires sur Marne, Seine et Marne | France
Job description
The Head of R&D leads the MotulTech R&D and lab team. The position is actively involved in the development of innovative solutions, working with suppliers and other partners to improve existing products and develop new formulations, with a focus on performance, cost and EHS. The Head of R&D is in charge of managing the lab team to resolve customer complaints, ensuring safe work practices in the lab and general administration. The head of R&D works closely with the MotulTech management, PM Teams, Sales teams and internal stake holders to put the global strategy in action.
· R&D Strategy : Develop new & innovative product formulations in house for a sustained and robust portfolio which includes Metal working fluids (Soluble and Neat), Deformation, Heat treatment, Corrosion preventives, Industrial cleaners, Wire drawing, General Industrial.
· Raw Material Strategy : Work closely with the procurement team and identify new raw materials to improve significantly existing product portfolio.
· Work closely with EHS to insure product compliance and improve EHS performance as per the EU guidelines and group strategy
· Coordinate R&D and lab activities with MotulTech worldwide
· Support manufacturing plants from time to time against any product parameters variation during production.
· Identify and work with 3rd labs and research institutes for various OEM/Machine tool approvals for Industrial products.
· Establish systems and procedures for lab equipment's and QC process as per ISO, TS. OSHAS standards and Motul group standards.
· Identify equipment's / consumables and other ancillary equipment's required for required for smooth functioning of the R&D lab. Manage the R&D lab budget within allocation.
· Integration of global manufacturing plants and D Centers with Motul SA, R&D lab to ensure common product formulations and raw materials.
· Working closely with external as well as internal business partners to oversee portfolio requirements Education Background
· Masters Degree / PhD in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry or related discipline desirable
· MBA or equivalent post graduate degree preferred.
Technical skills
· 10 - 20 years of lubricant industry experience working in a R&D lab is must. Managing teams in multiple locations is desirable
· Minimum 5 years of team management, in multicultural environment,
· Experience in developing formulations for Industrial products is essential.
· Knowledge of formulations for product groups like Metal Working oils (Soluble and Neat's), Deformation, Heat Treatment, Corrosion Preventives and Industrial Cleaners portfolio. (Essential)
· Knowledge of quality management systems : TS 16949, ISO, OSHAS, REACH, guidelines
· Trouble Shooting and Conflict resolution
· Market intelligence and competition analysis
· Project Management
· Knowledge of SAP is desirable.
Generic skills
· Strategic and Innovative Mindset
· Business understanding and Customer focus
· Drive for Results
· Presentation and communication skills
· Motul Spirit
· Transparent Communication
· Strong Interpersonal skills
· Willing to travel from 10 to 20% of time on the field. This is a global role and would require to handle queries in different time zones
Languages : English - Desirable : French/Italian or German - Any other language : Optional
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