Head of Product Development

Smart4 Chemicals; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemicals company in the United Kingdom is seeking a skilled chemist to lead product innovation in the construction materials industry. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Chemistry or a related discipline and extensive experience in R&D, particularly at senior levels. You will be responsible for designing and developing new products while evaluating market needs to drive revenue through new product development. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the company's growth.

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level or equivalent in a relevant field.
• Experience in R&D within the construction materials industry.
• Proven track record in generating revenue through NPD.

Responsibilities

• Lead innovation, design, and development of new products.
• Evaluate market insights and customer needs.
• Oversee teams to maintain competitive edge.

Skills

Innovation

Market analysis

Team leadership

Education

Degree in Chemistry, Materials Science or related discipline

Job description

Are you a skilled chemist with a strong background in R&D, NPD or product innovation for the construction materials industry? Then this could be the job for you. Our client is looking for a unique, innovative individual who has the passion, talent and experience to create new and expanding existing revenue streams through NPD activity.

What You’ll Be Doing

You will be responsible for leading innovation, design and development of new products as well as helping to evaluate market insights, customer needs and technological advantages to make sure our client maintains their competitive edge and will continue to grow.

What You’ll Bring

• Educated to degree level or equivalent in Chemistry, Materials Science or a related discipline.
• Previous experience in a senior/executive level R&D position within the construction materials industry.
• Previous examples of how you’ve generated revenue streams through your new product development efforts.
• Clear experience overseeing teams of people within a technical setting.

If you're interested in this vacancy, please reach out to Dylan Starling at: [e-mail]