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For over 150 years, our client has been the trusted leader in sourcing, transforming, and distributing specialty industrial minerals. Their work powers progress across industries as diverse as glass, ceramics, construction, coatings, polymers, and water purification. Beyond their materials, they are very proud of their commitment to sustainability, innovation, and empowering people from all walks of life to thrive and make a meaningful impact.

We are seeking a Manager for their New Product Development/Application development Department within the Technology & Innovation Function. This role involves leading a team of highly skilled professionals, including Scientists, Chemists, Chemical Engineers, and Laboratory Technicians. You will oversee and drive new product and new application development projects across various stages of maturity, focusing on customer needs and our strategic vision of keeping them competitive in the marketplace. Additionally, you will manage their Application Laboratory infrastructure as well as maintain a close connection with colleagues from the (technical) sales department as well as our High Purity Quartz customers.

Product and Application Development

Develop and communicate a clear product vision and strategy.

Align product goals with the overall business objectives.

Analyses competitive products and market conditions.

Evaluate and prioritize ideas based on feasibility and market potential.

Plan and manage the product development lifecycle from conception to launch.

Oversee the design and development of new products.

Train sales teams and provide them with necessary product information.

Monitor product performance and gather customer feedback.

Analyze post-launch data to assess success and identify areas for improvement.

Technical Requirements

In depth understanding of industrial mineral and chemical industry processes and products, with at least some exposure to PV and semiconductor industry. Experience in quartz crucible manufacturing, Silicon ingot pulling, semiconductor and photovoltaic cell manufacturing is preferred. We require significant experience in new product development/application development domain. Broad and in-depth knowledge of PV and semiconductor markets and products

In depth knowledge of majority of relevant analytical techniques and methodologies such as SEM, XRD, XRF, glass melting, quartz fusion etc. Ability to work with a basic set of software packages (e.g. LIMS).

People Management

Motivate and evaluate the team members to enhance team collaboration and support their individual development and growth.

Liaise with HR and internal customers to coordinate staff welfare, team working and legislative issues.

Educational Background and Prior Professional Experience

At least 5 years of management experience

Substantial experience in New Product Development and Application Development as well as customer exposure

Seniority level

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionInformation Technology
• IndustriesMining

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