Executive Leader, Advanced Materials Innovation & Manufacturing

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Manchester

On-site

GBP 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

The University of Manchester is seeking a commercially minded Managing Director to unite the Graphene Engineering Innovation Centre in Manchester and the Sustainable Materials and Manufacturing Centre in Rochdale into a single national advanced materials innovation system. You will drive strategy, external propositions and a strong commercial pipeline.

You will leverage UK industry networks to attract partners, grow income and shape propositions that translate research into manufacturing-ready

Qualifications

Commercial leadership experience in advanced materials, manufacturing, engineering, innovation, technology or related field.
Track record of business development, income generation, partnership growth or market-facing service development.
Credibility with industry and strong personal networks to build demand and open doors.

Responsibilities

Lead GEIC and SMMC as a single, integrated advanced materials innovation system with a clear strategy and external proposition.
Grow income, utilisation, partnerships and reputation by selling space, services and capability.
Use industry networks to create demand and build a strong pipeline of opportunities.
Connect research-led innovation with scale-up and manufacturing capability across two sites.
Represent the centres, Unit M and the University at senior levels regionally, nationally and internationally.