R&D Manager Industrial Heating (Kanthal Division)

0971 Kanthal AB; Hallstahammars kommun; On-site; SEK 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Strong development opportunities

Job summary

0971 Kanthal AB, part of the Alleima Group in Hallstahammar, Sweden, is seeking a leader for the global R&D function. This strategic role focuses on innovative solutions to support the green transition and requires a strong background in R&D and product management.

Responsibilities include developing a high-performing R&D organization, translating customer needs into viable solutions, and collaborating closely with business units. The ideal candidate will excel in building teams and driving change, with fluency in English.

Qualifications

• Strong track record of driving innovation, strategy, and business growth in a global environment.
• Senior experience in R&D, product management, or product development.
• Fluency in English and willingness to travel internationally.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the global R&D organization.
• Translate customer needs into commercially viable applications.
• Drive and execute the R&D strategy aligned with business unit priorities.
• Collaborate with Business Units to develop technology platforms.
• Strengthen methodologies to increase efficiency and innovation.

Skills

Driving innovation

Building high-performing teams

Excellent communication skills

Technical depth

Commercial understanding

Education

Relevant academic background

Job description

Location

Hallstahammar, Sweden

Overview

Kanthal, part of the Alleima Group, is a leading brand in industrial heating technology. We are looking for a leader to head the global R&D function for Electrical Industrial Heating, shaping innovative solutions that support the green transition.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the global R&D organization, building a high‑performing and collaborative culture
• Translate customer needs into commercially viable applications, materials and solutions
• Drive and execute the R&D strategy aligned with business unit priorities
• Collaborate closely with Business Units and external partners to develop technology platforms and new products
• Strengthen methodologies and ways of working to increase efficiency, speed and innovation
• Build strong partnerships with suppliers, research institutes and key stakeholders

Qualifications

• Strong track record of driving innovation, strategy, and business growth in a global environment
• Relevant academic background with senior experience in R&D, product management, or product development
• Technical depth combined with commercial understanding, able to translate strategy into tangible results
• Proven ability to build high‑performing teams and drive change and transformation
• Excellent communication skills, able to build trust and inspire people across functions and cultures
• Fluency in English
• Willingness to travel internationally as part of the role

What You Can Expect From Us

• A strategic leadership role with significant global impact
• The opportunity to drive innovation and contribute to the green transition
• A collaborative and inclusive culture where your leadership makes a difference
• Strong development opportunities within the Alleima Group, along with competitive benefits