Our customer is a family-owned company with more than 130 years of experience and 450 employees worldwide. The focus is on the production of test devices and reagents for water analysis and color measurement . The products are used for the analysis of swimming pools, industrial, drinking and waste water. The innovative systems enjoy a high level of trust worldwide.
Here's what our clients offer
- Innovative working environment : Work in a dynamic, internationally oriented company with flat hierarchies.
- Further development : Opportunities for personal and professional development through regular training and further education.
- Attractive salary : Competitive salary package
- Global influence : A central role in shaping the future of Lovibond on a global level.
- Strategic management : Development and implementation of the global research and development strategy to strengthen Lovibond's market position as an innovation leader.
- Innovation : Promoting research into new technologies and product developments, particularly in the areas of water analysis and color measurement technology.
- Cooperation : Establishing and maintaining strategic partnerships with external research institutes, universities and technology companies to exploit synergies and promote innovative solutions.
- Research funding : Actively scouting and securing research funding through national and international programs to further increase Lovibond's innovative strength and competitiveness.
- Patent portfolio : Expand and maintain the global patent portfolio by fostering inventiveness within the company and ensuring intellectual property protection.
- Project management : Monitoring and coordination of all R&D projects worldwide, ensuring timely and cost-efficient results.
- Lean Development : Implementation and continuous improvement of lean development methods to maximize efficiency and quality in product development.
- Team leadership : Leading and developing a multidisciplinary, international R&D team, promoting a culture of collaboration and knowledge sharing.
- Market and competitive analysis : Identifying trends and new business opportunities by continuously analyzing market and competitive situations.
- Regulatory requirements : Ensuring that all developed products meet international quality and safety standards.
Your profile
- Academic background : Successfully completed studies in chemistry, engineering, materials science or a related field. A PhD is an advantage.
- Professional experience : At least 5 years of experience in research and development, preferably in a management position in a global company.
- Industry knowledge : Deep understanding of water analysis, chemistry or metrology and experience with regulatory requirements in the industry.
- Leadership skills : Proven experience in leading international teams and interdisciplinary projects.
- Language skills : Business fluent in German and English; other foreign languages are an advantage.
- Willingness to travel : Willingness to undertake regular international business trips