R&D Manager

Job Description:

The R&D   Manager   is a key contributor to the successful development and execution of   the Business Unit   growth initiatives by   having a deep understanding of   market trends, assessing emerging technologies and their relevance to   ProAP   products and services .    This role b ring s   best-in-class ideation   and innovation   techniques that deliver a pipeline of creative, new products that address customer pain points and create a sustained , differentiated   portfolio   that will fuel   profitable growth for   the Business

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KEY   RESPONSIBILITIES

Support Business Unit Strategic Planning   process   t o include   market technology trends ,   competitive analysis ,   claims development and   the evaluation and recommendation of business strategies and tactics.

Supervisory responsibility over R&D including   new technology   development and testing, qualification, manufacturing scale-up of product formulas, and continuous product differentiation/process improvement.

Creates a collaborative, learning & accountable culture, working closely with customers, and delivering speed,   quality   & value   consistently.

Formulation Expertise:

Ensures   the R&D team has a deep understanding of   lubricant   chemistries and how these can be applied to create new product performance attributes that bring effective solutions to the automotive market.

Manages product performance testing, qualification/ validation   & competitive   comparisons.

Coordinates on product development   within   Car   Care   division as   appropriate .

New product development, exploring solutions that create a pipeline of differentiated new products.

Leverages partnership with   Marketing   Team   regarding   market knowledge, customer   needs , industry   trends   and advances in technology. Leads team to explore, test, and translate knowledge into tangible solutions.

Directs research and product development efforts and ensures key   milestones,   project timelines and approved budgets are met.

A ligns business case with   Leadership team   to deliver on   KPIs .

Partner with other ITW divisions, supplier   base , universities and other relevant players to help the BU assess opportunities, build   capabilities   and accelerate pace of innovation.

Develop strong understanding of   ITW   80/20 management process and the Enterprise Strategy   to execute o n 80/20 initiatives.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position   oversees   the   R&D function .

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry , MS preferred
• Experience with lubricant materials particularly with oils and industrial fluids used in automotives
• 10+   years experience   leading   Technical   teams
• Proven leader with   demonstrated   success in fostering a collaborative, accountable and solution-oriented environment
• Must be innovative, flexible,   curious   and have   exhibited   success by   identifying   and successfully translating market ideas into tangible business solutions.
• Must have   demonstrated   success in understanding and prioritizing speed and urgency based on changing market conditions.
• Proven and successful new product launch experience, including intimate familiarity with innovation   funnel ,   stage-gate   process ,   strong supplier relationships,   maintaining   ISO standards and effective product lifecycle planning.
• Intellectual curiosity, technical   acumen   and strong analytical / decision making skills.
• An exhibited dedication to Safety
• Must have a desire to travel as   required
• PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT
• P hysical Demands
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee   is constantly required to   stand; walk; climb. The employee must occasionally lift, push/pull, and or move up to 65 pounds .    The employee must   possess   the mandatory ability to react and move quickly in case of emergency .    Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth   perception   and ability to adjust focus/accommodate.
• RISKS
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to the possibility of injury to the hands or feet and collision with moving equipment .    The possibility of fire exists. On rare   occasion , the employee has the possibility of exposure (once a day) to electrical shock and battery explosion.  The employee may also rarely come into contact with toxic / caustic chemicals from damaged   product .
• Wor king Conditions
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is   frequently   exposed to moving mechanical parts and machinery .    A strong citrus odor is present constantly in the work environment .    The noise level in the work environment is moderate .    Work is performed inside with moderate amounts of heat,   cold   and humidity encountered .    Inside work can be dirty, with adequate lighting and ventilation .    Conditions can include the presence of hazards such as flammable liquids, moving   machinery   and working around and with others.
• ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.
• As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.
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